The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program is guided by our mission, and a set of core values that reflect the heart of our program and discipline. Our mission and values include a dedication continuously improving our program through the use of assessment and evaluation.
The MPA program enhances the performance of public and nonprofit organizations in our region, state, and the nation by preparing public service leaders to competently and ethically lead public and nonprofit organizations.
As an interdisciplinary professional degree program, we seek to:
About Our Program
MPA
Summerville Campus
Suite N312
Mailing Address:
1120 15th Street AH-N312 Augusta, GA 30912
Dr. Emily Boykin
We seek to have a program that represents our five core values:
Emphasizes integrity—accountability, honesty, fairness and ethical behavior in personal and professional relationships and activities
Inspires faculty and students to public service that reflects the highest ideals of citizenship and service to the community, the nation, and the world
Emphasizes democratic values so students observe and respect the Constitution and the rule of law in service to the public
Develops professionalism by emphasizing competence, excellence, efficiency, objectivity, and impartiality
Focuses on equity and diversity through emphasizing that public administration professionals’ exercise of authority and responsibility must always be tempered by a respect for human dignity, fairness, and social equity
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Augusta University was recently ranked among the top institutions in the nation in a number of categories, including jumping 36 spots on the U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges list. The jump moves AU into the top 20% in the nation, one of the most improved rankings in the country. AU was also […]
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“We have always been intentional with what programs we add to our portfolio, and MAISS and the MPA program were the next two logical choices for us,” said Marc Austin, PhD.
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Augusta University professor Mary-Kate Lizotte weighed in on what might be ahead for Trump and the nation. Read the story on the Augusta Chronicle.
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Dr. Meares interviewed by the Augusta Chronicle on cybersecurity attacks in local government and implementing the next steps to the cybersecurity policies. https://www.augustachronicle.com/story/news/education/campus/2023/11/03/augusta-university-professors-look-at-improvements-in-cybersecurity/71425783007/
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“I think it does help the students get that perspective from some different experts. We don’t always bring in academics, sometimes we bring in service people, but to get those perspectives is important and can have a lasting impact," said Wesley Meares, PhD, MPA director.
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“Local government is increasingly being more digitally connected, with vital infrastructure, data and services connected which creates more opportunities for cyber-attacks. Additionally, local governments tend to lag in updating critical technology due to limited resources (both human and financial resources),” said Wesley Meares, PhD.
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