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Do you want to advance your career?
The economy is tough and jobs in the private sector are being eliminated to reduce the bottom line. One thing that won't change is the challenges that face our society.
With a Master's in Public Service Administration, you will receive the training to not only secure job in the public sector, but advance in a job in the public sector.
You can choose from a number of fields
With your Master’s Degree in Public Service Administration, you will receive the training to work in public administration and advance in fields such as programs for the aging, hospital administration and community planning and development.
Now it’s affordable, convenient and practical for you to obtain the training need to secure a job in the public sector.
Three reasons our Master’s program is right for you
We know there are other Master’s Degree programs out there. But none offer you all these advantages:
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Affordable Pricing:
$9,900 to get your Master’s Degree.
Plus, you pay-as-you-learn so it’s even
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Professional Friendly Scheduling: Other programs make you attend classes an hour or two on school nights for months at a time. Our programs are designed for the working professional. Classes are offered on Saturdays or Sundays.
You can receive your Master’s in Public Service Administration in just 15 months! |
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Convenient Locations: Our courses are available in Brooklyn near mass transportation. |
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Public Service Administration program leads to a Master's of Professional Studies (MPS) degree. This program is designed for persons interested in management, administration, design and implementation of services in public, quasi-public, and private agencies in law enforcement, probation, youth corrections, community planning and development, programs for the aging, housing, public health, hospital administration, county administration, social counseling and other social services. The focus of the program is on developing an understanding of social policy issues, an appreciation for organizational behavior and an ability to utilize effective management techniques.
The Public Service Administration program is designed to be a part-time program for working adults. The students are often employed in community service agencies, law enforcement, and education. All classes meet for full days on weekends, with each course consisting of five class sessions. Students will join cohorts that meet on either Saturdays or Sundays, and remain with their cohort for the duration of the program.
The Public Service Administration program requires either 30 or 33 credits, depending on whether or not a student has agency or educational administrative experience. Students who have experience complete the 30-credit program; students who do not have experience are required to complete a fieldwork course, which adds an additional 3 credits to their program. The curriculum consists of six core courses that are required and four elective courses which allow the student to choose an area of specialization. Core courses are designed to relate to the needs of those intending to serve in administrative and managerial roles in human services oriented agencies. Elective courses include policy analysis, counseling, management, aging, and social research. Students who follow the sequence outlined below can expect to complete the program in one full year, including two summers of academic work.
MASTER’S IN PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATION DETAILS
Getting Started
Applicants to the Alfred University Downstate (off-campus) program go through the same admissions screening as applicants to the on-campus literacy program. All admissions decisions are made by full-time Alfred University faculty who are members of the admissions committee.
Application
Requirements
The following items are required as part of the application
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A completed Alfred University graduate school application |
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Send a $60 application fee (Make checks out to Alfred University) |
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Two letters of recommendation from individuals (supervisors,
previous professors) who can attest to your qualifications for
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Official undergraduate transcripts |
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Official graduate transcripts (if applicable) |
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Immunization records |
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Interview with a faculty member |
Application Deadline
The Master’s Degree in Public Service Administration is a cohort program which starts each summer on-campus at Alfred University. The Application deadline for summer 2010 admission is May 15th, 2010.
Application Procedures
Students interested in applying should contact the Alfred University Downstate degree program office for further information, 1-877-922-2483 or visit the Apply Now section of this website.
Financial Information
The fee for each three-credit course is $900. The complete cost for the 33-credit Master’s Degree is $9,900. Tuition is due on the first day of each class. Tuition can be paid by cash, check, credit card or money order. Please note: You may pay for each course as you take it or pay per semester. Financial aid is available through Alfred University.
Convenient Schedule
Courses are offered on Saturdays and Sundays during the school year and Monday - Friday during school vacations and summers. Course location and dates are subject to change
Credit Transfers
Alfred University may accept up to six graduate credits for transfer. Students who are interested in transferring credits into the program should submit a request, along with official transcripts and course descriptions, to Alfred University. Course credentials and relevance are subject to review by Alfred University faculty. Please see the Apply Now section of this website for more information.
Please Note:
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Grades are expected from the instructor two
weeks after the last day of class. Grades will not
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If you have any outstanding financial obligations,
you will not be permitted to enroll in future classes. Once
your account it current, you may enroll. |
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CITE cannot issue transcripts. You must obtain a transcript directly from Alfred University. |
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Immunizations
In accordance with NY State Department of Health Law (section 2165)
students are required to provide a copy of their MMR (measles, mumps,
rubella) immunization record. Students can obtain their record from
their physician or undergraduate school. Credit and transcripts will
not be released until these records are submitted. Please use the
following Alfred
Downstate Immunization form. Fax your records to 607-871-2631.
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