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Public Administration

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Minor

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John Charles Meditz College of Arts & Sciences
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Public Administration is the on-the-ground implementation of governmental policies and programs, as well as an academic discipline. 

What You'll Learn and Do

Be prepared for your future

The public administration minor consists of a curated set of multidisciplinary courses that prepare students for internships, public sector jobs, and graduate programs in public administration.

Supplement your studies

This minor pairs with majors or minors, such as accounting, American studies, business, economics, management, philosophy, politics, public health, sociology, and more.

Learn from experts across diverse disciplines

The program includes faculty with expertise in various disciplines including politics, public administration, economics, sociology, English, anthropology, public health, business, management, and communications. Many of our faculty also have years of practical experience in their respective fields providing students with invaluable instruction.

Access professional opportunities

Public Administration students have increased access to Fairfield University’s annual Masters in Public Administration (MPA) Summit. It brings citizens, students, public administrators, community leaders, and state and local officials together to participate in constructive dialogue on matters that directly affect our community.

Job Fields

As you embark on a career path after graduation, the direction and distinction you gain as a Public Administration minor at Fairfield will enhance your professional opportunities over the long and short term. Over the years, graduates of the PA minor program have been candidates for employment in:

  • City Government
  • Criminal justice
  • Local economic development
  • Environmental policy
  • Disaster and emergency management
  • Non-profit management
  • Public health policy
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Course Requirements

Public Administration Minor

18-19 credits

Contact Us

Undergraduate Admission
admis@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-4100

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The University Career Center serves Fairfield University students with comprehensive career support services, programming, and resources.

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Fairfield supports our students' scholarly success and intellectual growth by providing various resources on campus including the Science Center, Writing Center, DiMenna-Nyselius Library, and more.

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