Online Public Administration and Public Health Programs

In these high-value online programs, you will learn from experienced faculty dedicated to your success and prepare for leading roles in the public sector.

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Broaden your impact as a changemaker

Increase your ability to improve your community – and beyond – with an SIU Carbondale online master’s program in public health or public administration. Make a long-lasting impact on the world when you gain advanced expertise from the same experienced faculty who teach on campus.

Why choose an online MPA or MPH from SIU Carbondale?

  • 100 percent online coursework: Access your courses 24/7 with a convenient online learning format
  • Budget-friendly tuition: Gain a career-advancing MPA or MPH with affordable tuition
  • Multiple start dates: Start your online program when it suits your schedule
  • Fast completion times: Accelerated 8-week courses help you quickly achieve your academic goals

Which online program is right for you?

GRADUATE DEGREE

Master of Public Administration

As few as 14 months Duration
36 Credit Hours
$19,440* Total Tuition

The Master of Public Administration online program empowers you to become a leader in sectors such as education, infrastructure, environmental protection and emergency management. Through innovative coursework, you will explore public policy analysis, negotiation strategy, budgeting, financial management, organizational leadership and human resources.

Whether you’re already in public administration or want to enter the field, this policy-oriented and management-focused SIU MPA program prepares you to utilize data to inform policy and aid decision-making.

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GRADUATE DEGREE

Master of Public Health

As few as 16 months Duration
42 Credit Hours
$19,719* Total Tuition

The community-minded MPH online program develops your ability to help prolong and improve the quality of health for entire populations by exploring disease prevention, health promotion and healthcare systems management.

As a graduate of this affordable public health master’s degree program, you will be prepared to lead the response to disasters and foster recovery, spearhead health and wellness education, tackle challenges that affect communities, boost the quality and accessibility of public services, and collaborate with professionals across sectors.

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The Network of Schools of Public Affairs, Policy, and Administration (NASPAA) accredits MPA degree programs. Our MPA program was re-accredited in 2015.

The Master of Public Health at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

Master of Public Health

Duration: 16 months Credit Hours: 42 Tuition: $469.50 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 12/23/24 Start class: 1/13/25

The community-minded MPH online program develops your ability to help prolong and improve the quality of health for entire populations by exploring disease prevention, health promotion and healthcare systems management.

As a graduate of this affordable public health master’s degree program, you will be prepared to lead the response to disasters and foster recovery, spearhead health and wellness education, tackle challenges that affect communities, boost the quality and accessibility of public services, and collaborate with professionals across sectors.

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Master of Public Administration

Duration: 14 months Credit Hours: 36 Tuition: $540 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 12/23/24 Start class: 1/13/25

The Master of Public Administration online program empowers you to become a leader in sectors such as education, infrastructure, environmental protection and emergency management. Through innovative coursework, you will explore public policy analysis, negotiation strategy, budgeting, financial management, organizational leadership and human resources.

Whether you’re already in public administration or want to enter the field, this policy-oriented and management-focused SIU MPA program prepares you to utilize data to inform policy and aid decision-making.

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