Program Overview

Qualified undergraduates may be admitted to the program and obtain a bachelor's degree in public and nonprofit administration and a master's degree in public administration within an accelerated time frame. Students admitted to this program may take graduate courses after completing 90 undergraduate credits, and up to 12 credits of graduate work may be used in partial satisfaction of the requirements for the undergraduate degree.

Undergraduates may apply to the program after reaching junior standing or 75 credit hours, with at least 30 hours completed at GVSU; a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or above; completion of required coursework with a B or better; and completion of PNH 520 - Foundations of Public Service taken during the fifth or sixth semester with a B or better. See advisor for details.

Students must meet with the MPA graduate program director prior to applying to the program. Application requirements:

• 3.3 GPA
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• Three letters of recommendation

Why Pursue a Combined Degree at Grand Valley?

• The curriculum is supportive of our students' diverse career goals and provides concentrations to help achieve those goals.
• Participate in research opportunities that have local and regional impact.
• Respond to emerging job markets with in-demand skills.
• Accelerate your career trajectory and complete your degrees one step ahead of the competition.
• Accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration for more than 20 years.