University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

What you'll study

The curriculum focuses on core management and analytic skills applicable across public and nonprofit settings, training students to integrate theory and evidence into practice and to participate responsively in diverse decision-making groups. The program supports focused study in areas such as local government management and nonprofit management. A regularly updated program fact sheet summarizes enrollment, learning outcomes and alumni employment.

Entry requirements

Specific admissions criteria are provided through the program’s admissions materials and website. Prospective students are invited to consult the MPA admissions pages or contact the department directly for application details and guidance.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in public agencies and nonprofit organizations, including management, program analysis and leadership positions. The program explicitly aims to serve the region by preparing students for local government management and nonprofit management careers; alumni highlights reflect employment in nonprofit leadership and development roles.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program page does not list specific scholarships. Prospective applicants should review the MPA fact sheet and departmental admissions information and contact the department to inquire about funding, assistantships or external scholarship opportunities.