Focus on the core mechanics of public service, exploring how policies are made, how public and nonprofit organizations are managed, and how data drives effective governance. Designed specifically for future leaders in the public and nonprofit sectors, this specialized program is 100% online.
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"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."Alex WilcoxonMarketing | Junior
The online M.A. in Political Science with an option in Public Administration and Public Policy prepares you for employment in government agencies, nonprofits, city and urban planning, economic development policy, public policy research, private sector government relations, protective services and law enforcement administration, and education.
View in CatalogFederal graduate lending changed on July 1, 2026 - Grad PLUS loans ended for new borrowers and new federal borrowing caps now apply to graduate students. Here's why the math still works at EIU:
Estimated total for this degree: ~$15,147 (tuition and fees)
Estimates use 2026-2027 Illinois-resident tuition and fees and typical full-time enrollment. Your actual costs and aid depend on your program, enrollment, FAFSA, and prior borrowing.
Talk to EIU Financial Aid →$15,147 total, just 15% of your $100,000 federal graduate borrowing limit
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