University of Georgia

The Department of Public Administration and Policy is a world leader in preparing students for managerial and policy analyst careers in public service and in nonprofit organizations, as well as for careers in academia, while emphasizing the values of ethics and accountability. The department is ranked among the top five masters programs in public affairs in the nation according to US News & World Report.

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Degree Programs

Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
AB / MPA Joint Degree
AB / MPA Joint Degree
MPA / JD Joint Degree
MPA / JD Joint Degree
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration & Policy
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration & Policy
MPA / MUPD Joint Degree
MPA / MUPD Joint Degree
Double Dawgs
Double Dawgs

Department Contact

J. Edward Kellough
J. Edward Kellough

Department Head, Public Administration and Policy
Thomas P. Lauth and M. Jean Lauth Public Affairs Professor

204 Baldwin Hall

Office Hours:

By appointment

Kristin Lawrence
Kristin Lawrence

Department of Public Administration & Policy
Graduate Program Administrator

207 Baldwin Hall

Office: 706-542-3510

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College of Engineering, School of Public and International Affairs partner on unique Double Dawgs pathway

Oct 2024

College of Engineering, School of Public and International Affairs partner on unique Double Dawgs pathway

by Lillian Balance originally posted on UGA Today New Double Dawgs program offers students a path toward leadership positions in various fields Engineering majors with an interest in energy policy

Jan 2025

Southern Political Science Conference 2025

The UGA School of Public and International Affairs is proud to attend this year’s SPSA Conference. With over 30 faculty members and students presenting their research and sharing their expertise,

January 2025 MPA Student of the Month: Caleb Bagley

Jan 2025

January 2025 MPA Student of the Month: Caleb Bagley

Congratulations to Caleb Bagley for being selected as January MPA Student of the Month! Caleb J. Bagley is in his final semester of the MPA program at the University of

Dec 2024

2025 Bulldog 100

The Bulldog 100 embody the best of what the University of Georgia stands for. These alumni are leading the way in business and building better communities. They demonstrate the value

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Jan 15
PADP January Networking Coffee Hour

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

Jan 22
2025 Georgia Legislative Outlook

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Jan 24
MPA Program Information Webinar

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM