Discover how a Rutgers–Camden MPA or EMPA degree will help you stand out among your peers and reach your leadership potential.

The session below is designed for prospective students interested in applying for the Rutgers University–Camden Masters of Public Administration (MPA) as a COVERDELL Student starting in Spring 2025 or Fall 2025. 

The session below is designed for prospective students interested in applying for the Rutgers University–Camden Masters of Public Administration (MPA) or Executive Masters of Public Administration (EMPA) programs starting in Spring or Fall 2025. 


Designed with working professionals in mind, the Rutgers-Camden MPA and EMPA programs offer affordable tuition rates, small classes, attentive faculty, expert advising and mentoring, convenient class times, community partnerships, and a robust alumni network.

By attending an information session, you’ll walk away with:

  • A glimpse into the curriculum and the best format to fit your lifestyle and career goals
  • Information on our unlimited job/internship opportunities and resources
  • Insights into the admissions process and everything you need to get started

We look forward to meeting you!


Our curriculum is designed to help working professionals advance in their careers and make a difference in their communities and organizations.

The Master in Public Administration (MPA) at Rutgers–Camden allows students to expand their understanding of the world while preparing them for careers close to home or abroad. Through engaged civic learning, students learn how to make positive changes in the world in which we live. The MPA degree is designed to prepare students for managerial and leadership roles in government, education, and the non-profit and private sectors and provides you with the credentials and skills to advance your career. MPA evening classes are offered online and on-campus in Camden, New Jersey

The Executive Master in Public Administration (EMPA) is a selective, 30-credit program ideal for mid-to upper-level managers with at least five years of administrative and/or managerial experience for executive leadership positions. EMPA classes are offered with hybrid online coursework and Saturday mornings in West Windsor, New Jersey.

Ready to take the next step?

Fall 2024 Application Deadlines:

  • Applications are due by July 1st. To be considered for merit scholarships, please apply by March 1st.

For more information, please email Dr. Michael S. Hayes (michael.hayes@rutgers.edu) about the MPA program, or email Dr. Angie McGuire (angie.mcguire@rutgers.edu) to request more information about EMPA program.