Current Student Information
Student Handbook
2008-09
(Word Document)
Information in the Student Handbook includes:
- General University Information
Mission Statement: Public Policy & Administration Program
Mission Statement: Department of Political Science
Mission Statement: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mission Statement: Iowa State University
Diversity Policy: Public Policy & Administration Program
General University Information
Library Services for Remote Users
- Guidelines for Pursuing an MPA Degree
Overview of the General Requirements
Orientation
Registration for Classes
Procedures for Earning a Master’s Degree
- MPA Program Curriculum Requirements
Portfolio Approach
Program of Study (POS)
Transfer Credits
Required Core Courses
Other Required Courses
Transfer Credits
Elective Design
Elective Courses for Broad Advanced Training
Public Management
Elective Courses for Specialization
eGovernment
Internships
Options for Internships
Creative Component
Orals
MPA Graduation Check List
- MPA Double Degrees
MPA/MCRP Double Degree Program
MPA/MCRP Graduation Check List
MSIA-MPA Double Degree Program
MSIA-MPA Graduation Check List
- The Graduate Certificate of Public Management (GCPM)
The GCPM Graduation Check List
- Financial Aid, Graduate Assistants and Scholarships
Financial Aid
Graduate Assistantships
The Dwight Ink in Graduate Scholarship Award
- Contact Information
General University
Political Science Department Directory
2007-08 Department of Political Science Faculty
- Forms
Guided Personal Self Assessment
Self Assessment Inventory
Course Planning Guide
Program of Study Working Plan for MPA
Program of Study Working Plan for MPA/MCRP
Program of Study Working Plan for GCPM
Course Competency Evaluation
Competencies Matrix
Courses Offered
Courses Offered (with descriptions)
Pol S 610G (PDF)
Summer 2008
Schedule
Degrees
Degrees Offered
Department
of Political Science Graduate Programs
Distance Education
Accomodations for working professionals
Our program accommodates for working professionals. We offer four
types of classes that fit well with working professionals: night classes
(from 6-9pm one day a week); Saturday classes (one Saturday a month
from 8am to 5pm); intensive classes (one week classes offered over
Christmas break and the summer); and distance education. We have numerous
students that take one to three classes a semester while working full-time.
You can design your course schedule to fit your needs.
Streaming video and poly com
You don't even have to leave your home! Our program provides streaming
video and polycom options to students within the state of Iowa so
that graduate studies can better fit into your life. These options
allow you to take courses from your own home.
Additional Information
Graduation Flowchart
Your path to a degree. PDF
Creative Component Preparation. PowerPoint
Human Subject Research. PowerPoint
Student Portfolio
Students earn an MPA degree with a competencies-based curriculum.
The framework for choosing one's coursework is a personal portfolio
that includes an initial assessment of a student's levels of competencies
in specific management skills and knowledge areas. Working with a
faculty advisor, students choose courses that build on existing strengths
and enhance areas where students need improvement. View the Course
Competency Matrix (PDF).
Scholarships
Dwight Ink Graduate Scholarship
This award is given to a graduate student in the the Department to
Political Science to support their applied research in Public Administration.
The 2006 recipient is Derek White, a graduate in Public Administration,
who conducted research on youth and community involvement.
Submit application by March 1 to:
James M. McCormick
Department of Political Science
Scholarship Committee
503 Ross Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
The Bob Wessel Honorary MPA Scholarship
The Bob Wessel Honorary MPA Scholarship is awarded to an incoming
student in the Public Policy and Administration Program who shows
promise for an outstanding career in public service. The faculty admissions
committee reviews the applications of new MPA students to select the
annual winner. The committee reviews the GPA, GRE scores, the transcript
analysis, the statement of goals and purpose for the MPA degree and
other materials that may be relevant to the scholarship selection.
Application Deadline: March 1
Amount: $1,000
Inquiries:
Alex Tuckness
Public Policy & Administration Program
Scholarship Committee
503 Ross Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
Tuition & Fees
Current Iowa State University fees are available at the Office
of the Registrar.
