The nation and the world require scholars & students ready to face the pressing policy & governance issues of our time.

SPIA prepares undergraduate and graduate students for good citizenship and careers in public life and trains future generations of teachers and scholars in the fields of international affairs, political science, and public administration and policy.

Our commitment to experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engagement ensures that graduates are well-prepared to tackle the challenges of a rapidly changing world and make a meaningful impact in their chosen fields.

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Find the right path for you career trajectory. From undergraduate degrees to study away programs, SPIA offers countless opportunities to bolster your student experience at the University of Georgia.

SPIA students are awarded the most prestigious scholarships and fellowships in the field.

The students at the UGA School of Public and International Affairs are a dynamic and driven group, united by their passion for understanding and shaping the world around them. They are leaders, critical thinkers, and change-makers, dedicated to making a difference in their communities and beyond. With a commitment to excellence and a strong sense of civic responsibility, the students at SPIA embody the values of public service and global citizenship.

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SPIA students are awarded the most prestigious scholarships and fellowships in the field.

The students at the UGA School of Public and International Affairs are a dynamic and driven group, united by their passion for understanding and shaping the world around them. They are leaders, critical thinkers, and change-makers, dedicated to making a difference in their communities and beyond. With a commitment to excellence and a strong sense of civic responsibility, the students at SPIA embody the values of public service and global citizenship.

Become a SPIA Student

U.S. News and World Report named SPIA the #4 Public Affairs Graduate Program in the nation.

UGA is a leader in educating and inspiring students for managerial and analytical careers in public service. Through instruction by leading scholars, engagement with policy and management problems in the field, and service opportunities within the community, MPA students are prepared for professional careers in government and the non-profit sector, advancing the values of ethics, accountability, and inclusion in democratic governance.

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U.S. News and World Report named SPIA the #4 Public Affairs Graduate Program in the nation.

UGA is a leader in educating and inspiring students for managerial and analytical careers in public service. Through instruction by leading scholars, engagement with policy and management problems in the field, and service opportunities within the community, MPA students are prepared for professional careers in government and the non-profit sector, advancing the values of ethics, accountability, and inclusion in democratic governance.

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Our faculty are world-renowned scholars, winning research and teaching award across campus and their disciplines, as well as external grants and serving in editorial positions at top peer-reviewed journals.

SPIA’s faculty are leaders in their fields, consistently publishing groundbreaking research in every major journal of political science, international affairs, and public administration. They have earned prestigious research and teaching awards from institutions across the globe, reflecting their commitment to academic excellence and impactful scholarship. By bringing their cutting-edge insights and real-world experience into the classroom, they provide students with an unparalleled education that prepares them to excel in their careers and contribute meaningfully to the world.

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Our faculty are world-renowned scholars, winning research and teaching award across campus and their disciplines, as well as external grants and serving in editorial positions at top peer-reviewed journals.

SPIA’s faculty are leaders in their fields, consistently publishing groundbreaking research in every major journal of political science, international affairs, and public administration. They have earned prestigious research and teaching awards from institutions across the globe, reflecting their commitment to academic excellence and impactful scholarship. By bringing their cutting-edge insights and real-world experience into the classroom, they provide students with an unparalleled education that prepares them to excel in their careers and contribute meaningfully to the world.

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