Evening Student Tuition
The MPA Program abides by The University's standard tuition schedule (see link below) and requires an $80 differential tuition amount per credit on all core course, equates to $240 per 3-credit course, (this is for MPA students and students from other majors). Concentration/elective courses charge the standard rate (see link below) with no differential tuition.
Executive Student Tuition
A fixed fee is charged for the program. Tuition and fees cover the costs of in-state tuition, text books, parking, as well as airfare and lodging during the Washington, D.C. component. Total tuition and fees for resident students beginning Fall Semester 2008 is $23,551.14 (six equal payments of $3,925.19) beginning Fall Semester 2008 and continuing each semester through Summer Semester 2010. Program staff register Executive MPA students, order and deliver texts to class, and provide other services.
University Financial Aid and Scholarships
Please visit the link below to find out more information regarding financial aid and scholarships from the U.
University of Utah Financial Aid & Scholarships
MPA Scholarships
Scholarships Word Document
SCHOLARSHIPS
**All applicants must include a completed application with their scholarship materials--incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Please fill out the application, and list all scholarships for which you are applying. Transcripts do not need to be official (from registrar's office)--they can be printed from your Campus Information System log in. Scholarship recipients will be notified March 27 and announced at the Pi Alpha Alpha banquet on April 24.**
MPA Graduate Assistantship
The MPA program will hire one graduate assistant for the 2009-10 year. Applications will be posted in March on the MPA website: www.mpa.utah.edu. The GA'ship will include an $11,000 stipend spread out over the nine months of fall and spring semester. It will also include a full-tuition waiver for students registered for 9 credit hours. The GA'ship will require the student to work 20 hours/week in the MPA office completing research, analysis and other projects.
Thomas H. and Chiyo H. Morita Scholarship
This award is for current MPA Students only. This Scholarship is named in honor of the donor's parents, who were forcibly removed from their homes and relocated to concentration camps in Delta, Utah and Minidoka, Idaho. The internment precluded them from obtaining a college education. This injustice did not make them bitter, but inspired them to educate their child that justice and freedom are protected by the Constitution. In appreciation for the extraordinary commitment and efforts of her parents, Renee Morita has endowed this scholarship in their name and memory.
The Morita scholarship awards a minimum of $1,000 and is available for Evening and Executive MPA students. This year the scholarship will range between $3,500-5,500. Any MPA student who is fully admitted to the MPA Program is eligible to apply. "Demonstrated academic excellence" is the primary criterion for selecting a recipient. Asian-American or other underrepresented ethnic student applicants may be given preference in the selection proces. The funds will be awarded in December 2009, conditional upon successful completion of Fall Semester 2009 coursework. Applicants should submit a letter stating why they should be awarded the scholarship, focusing on academic success and financial need. Along with the letter, applicants should submit a resume and transcripts. Letters of reference are optional, but welcome. All materials are due to the MPA Office by March 6, 2009.
Homer Durham Scholarship
This award is for current MPA Students only. G. Homer Durham was a distinguished teacher, scholar, and administrator in higher education. He was an administrative pioneer to an extraordinary extent. Among other things, he was first Chair of the Political Science Department and first Academic Vice President at The University of Utah; President of Arizona State University, soon after its transition from a college to a university; and first commissioner of Higher Education for the State of Utah. He also served a term as President of the American Society of Public Administration (ASPA).
The Durham Scholarship awards a minimum of $1,000 and is available to all students fully admitted to the MPA program and enrolled in at least 12 units over the full academic year. This year the fund provides for two awards at $1000 each. Eligibility applies to both Evening and Executive MPA students. The selection process will be based on academic achievement, capability and professional potential. The recipient will be selected and notified by March 27, 2009 and announced publicly at the Pi Alpha Alpha Spring Banquet in April. Students should submit a letter of intent which summarizes their academic and professional qualifications for the scholarship, graduate transcripts and three letters of reference (at least one from a graduate instructor) to the MPA Office by March 6, 2009.
Utah City Managers Association Scholarship
This award is for current MPA Students only. The Utah City Managers Association awards two scholarships to U of U MPA students and two more to BYU students. The winners of the UCMA Scholarship are expected to attend the UCMA annual Conference in April (April 13-15 this year), where they will participate in a contest involving case analyses. The contest winners are recognized at the UCMA Conference and again at the spring Pi Alpha Alpha Banquet. This contest began in 2006, with U of U students winning the Challenge Cup the first two years. A stipend for travel expenses will be provided. Conditions for the scholarship are as follows:
The MPA Director will send a letter to the UCMA recommending two students for the scholarship. Applicants must write a letter to the MPA Director expressing their interest in the scholarship, and describing their interest in city management. Evidence of such commitment may include any prior work experience, extra-curricular/association activities related to local government, and academic study of local government processes and issues. Students must have completed a minimum of nine semester hours of MPA coursework to be eligible for the scholarship. Each applicant's undergraduate and graduate academic record will also be used as a factor in the Scholarship Committee's determination of a suitable candidate. The letter of application and resume are due to the MPA Office by February 24, 2009.
Dalmas Nelson Best Paper Award
The Dalmas Nelson Paper Award is available to current students or recent graduates of the MPA program at the University of Utah. This award recognizes the importance of clear written communication by public administrators. The major criteria for judging submissions are: the clarity of expression, relevance to Public Administration, innovativeness, originality, and academic quality. The papers may be term papers, research projects (including MRPs), memoranda, policy papers, and theses. The award includes a small grant of money and the inclusion of the winner's name on a memorial plaque displayed in the Center for Public Policy and Administration. Each student may submit one paper for consideration and should forward it by April 1, 2009 to the MPA office.
Hiatt Graduate Student Scholarship
The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences awards four Hiatt graduate scholarships of approximately $5500. Selection factors include: past and current academic performance, need, community service activities and future career plans. Preference in awarding the Hiatt Scholarship is given to "traditionally underrepresented graduate students, to the greatest extent possible." Scholarship recipients must register for at least 9 semester hours for both Fall and Spring semesters 2008-09. Hiatt Scholarships may be renewed for a second year under the same terms. Students must be nominated; applications are not accepted
If you would like to be considered for nomination, submit a letter and resume to the MPA Office by Feb. 13, 2008 that:
- Explains how the scholarship will enhance the career potential and professional development of the applicant
- Explains how it will enhance the ethnic and/or cultural diversity of the graduate student body
- Describes community service activities and future career plans
- Explains his/her need for the scholarship
The CPPA Nonprofit Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship is in recognition of the large number of nonprofit students enrolled in the MPA Program, and of the growing significance of our nonprofit curriculum. Applicants must provide a letter explaining their interest and experience (if any) in nonprofit administration, along with their need for the scholarship. Applicants should also include graduate transcripts and a resume. The scholarship will be awarded based on the quality of the letter, graduate academic performance and any other evidence of academic achievement (such as a letter of reference from a professor), and need. Submit all application materials to the MPA Office by March 6, 2009.
The J. Steven Ott Nonprofit Scholarship
The scholarship is given in honor of Dean Ott for his scholarly contributions and leadership in the nonprofit field. The scholarship is in recognition of the large number of nonprofit students enrolled in the MPA Program, and of the growing significance of nonprofits in public affairs generally. This year, the scholarship will be awarded to two students in the amount of $1,750 each. Applicants must provide a letter explaining their interest and experience (if any) in nonprofit administration, along with graduate transcripts and a resume. The scholarship will be awarded based on the quality of the letter and explanation of career goals, along with graduate academic performance and any other evidence of academic achievement (such as a letter of reference from a professor). Submit all application materials to the MPA Office by March 6, 2009.
The MPA Program Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes students who have made significant contributions to the program in terms of academic achievement, classroom participation and citizenship in terms of out of class involvement with the MPA program (e.g., MPPASA participation, ethics conference attendance, ASPA attendance, etc.). This year, the scholarship will be awarded to one student in the amount of $1,750. Applicants must submit a letter providing evidence of their academic merit and their participation in MPA program activities, graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), a resume, and a letter from a graduate professor discussing classroom contribution. Submit all application materials to the MPA Office by March 6, 2009.
The Garth Jones MPA Joint Programs Scholarship
This scholarship is given in honor of Garth Jones, a graduate of the University of Utah and Professor Emeritus of the University of Alaska. Dr. Jones has been a long-time supporter of the U of U MPA Program. Dr. Jones helped raise significant funding for the G. Homer Durham scholarship and other scholarships. This scholarship is awarded to students who have enrolled in one of our many joint degree programs (JD, MSW, MHA, ELP, MPH-starts Fall 2009). The scholarship is based on a combination of academic merit, need, and professional potential. This year, the scholarship will be awarded to one student in the amount of $1,750. Applicants must submit a letter providing evidence of their academic merit, need, and professional goals, along with graduate transcripts, a resume, and any other relevant evidence (such as a letter of reference from a professor). Submit all application materials to the MPA Office by March 6, 2009.
The Hinckley Institute of Politics offers two scholarships annually for graduate students who seek careers or professional involvement in government or politics. The 2009-10 awards will be for one academic year of graduate study at the University of Utah. Applications, information files, and letters of recommendation must be submitted to the Hinckley Institute by March 6, 2009. Application materials are available at the Institute (OSH 253). For more information, please call the Hinckley Institute at 581-8501 or visit: http://www.hinckley.utah.edu/scholarships/index.html
GFOA Scholarships ($2,500-$5,000) -Five national scholarships are available to graduate students in Public Administration with an emphasis in government finance. For applications and more information, go to: http://www.gfoa.org/services/scholarships.shtml