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Bachelor of Public and Nonprofit Administration
- Mount Pleasant, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
The major prepares students to lead in government and nonprofit organisations that serve communities.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Public and Nonprofit Administration. Analyze discipline-specific problems and communicate findings clearly. Apply relevant research or professional methods in academic or practical contexts.
Career outcomes
- City manager
- policy analyst
- fundraiser
- nonprofit executive
- contract specialist
- executive director
- planning director
- government and nonprofit sectors
Curriculum
- The 33-credit major covers policy creation
- team leadership and budget management with flexible electives such as grant writing and IT management. Optional certificates cover international NGO administration
- public policy analysis and public and social entrepreneurship. Internship options are available.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent (transcripts for grades 9-11 accepted for an early decision
- Graduation required before enrolment) or college transcripts for transfer
- Proof of English proficiency
- Proof of funds for the I-20.
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or equivalent (grades 9-11 transcripts for a decision, Graduation required before enrolment), Transfer applicants with college credit follow transfer rules
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 79
- IELTS 6.5
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 100
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence If Required
- Proof of Financial Support
- Supporting Immigration Documents If Applicable
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $22,050 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $55 USD |
| Deposit | $2,000 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences |
| Department | Political Science and Public Administration |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
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No deadline listed
Program starts
January 2028
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $22,050 USD per year. The application fee is $55 USD. The deposit is $2,000 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,622 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 100.