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Create bold leadership solutions
Make a difference by helping solve the problems of our communities and our world. DePaul’s Master of Public Service Management (MPS) is designed to teach you broad-based management skills that lead to a variety of careers in the public and private sectors.
This innovative Public Service master’s degree program offers a blend of in-person and online courses, giving you flexibility to balance your studies with your life. As part of the program, you'll participate in two in-person immersion weeks at our Loop Campus—one at the beginning and one at the end of the academic year. These immersion weeks provide valuable networking opportunities and hands-on learning experiences. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with a diverse group of leaders, including those in federal, state, and local positions, professionals from higher education, and key figures from nonprofit organizations.
To accelerate degree completion, you can earn credit for prior college-level learning based on your work, volunteer and life experiences. Professionals can apply for Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) credit for up to two courses (8 credit hours). All other courses are offered online, either in the evening or asynchronously. Students will have the option to attend in-person classes in Chicago’s Loop. This cohort-based program begins each fall and can be completed in as little as 12 months.
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Connect to public service jobs in Chicago
DePaul’s connection to Chicago and the region gives you firsthand knowledge that prepares you to create real-world, urban solutions. With nonprofit organizations, as well as city, state and federal government offices just steps from our Loop Campus, you’ll find opportunities to work for public and private sector organizations of any size.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is July 31. For more information, contact the Office of Graduate Admission (LASgrad@depaul.edu).
Admission Requirements
Submit an online application, professional statement, résumé and official transcripts.
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Required Courses
You’ll complete eight core courses, two of which are in-person immersion week courses (MPS 505, MPS 605), and four other courses from a list of electives.
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Study with faculty devoted to public service
Professor Lisa Dietlin, a leading expert in philanthropy and transformational change, is dedicated to shaping future leaders in the nonprofit world and inspiring diverse audiences with actionable tools for personal growth, goal achievement, and balancing a fulfilling, service-driven life. With her extensive experience in fundraising and groundbreaking research on giving patterns, she has become one of the nation's most trusted philanthropic advisors, frequently appearing on TV and radio. In 2023, she was named a Fulbright Specialist, and her course, The Business of Philanthropy, was featured at the UN Global Compact's Global Forum for its alignment with SDG8 and SDG12.
Alumni Network
You’ll benefit from extensive networking opportunities with DePaul’s strong alumni network, including more than 3,460 School of Public Service alumni. Connect with fellow Public Service Management grads, who typically pursue careers in government, non-profit association management and within various nonprofit organizations.
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Scholarships & Aid
The School of Public Service offers several quarterly scholarship, graduate assistantship and fellowship opportunities. Learn more about the scholarships and opportunities available to you.
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Contact Information
For more information about applying, contact The Office of Graduate Admission at
(773) 325-7315 or
LASgrad@depaul.edu.
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