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Bachelor of Public and Nonprofit Administration

University of Illinois Springfield

Springfield, 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 year): 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

Completed secondary school with GPA about 2.75 (transfer students 2.5)
250-650 word statement
Official transcripts evaluated if required
English proficiency (https://www.uis.edu/international-applicants/english-proficiency-requirements).

Minimum GPA

2.75

Accepted academic background

Completed secondary school (first-year) with evaluated transcripts, Or university coursework with 2.5+ GPA (transfer), Credential evaluation required unless exempt, Official transcripts, Passport, English proficiency, Financial documents for the I-20

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 75
Duolingo 105
PTE Academic 60
Cambridge B2 First

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Academic Statement

How to apply

Check requirements and the Fall May 15 / Spring Nov 15 international deadlines. Apply online at UIS and pay the 60 USD international undergraduate fee. Send official transcripts (credential evaluation if required)
A 250-650 word statement
Passport and English test scores. Receive admission decision
Then submit financial documents for the I-20. Apply for the F-1 student visa with the I-20.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$24,150 USD
Application fee	$60 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Springfield Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Public Affairs and Education
Department	Public Administration
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Eligible international undergraduate students may be considered for institutional merit scholarships. UIS Global pathway students may be excluded from some merit awards; availability and eligibility should be checked for the specific applicant.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.