BA/BS in Public Administration

The Public Affairs major at Seattle University gives students an integrated grounding in leadership, economics, policy, management and finance. It is aimed at people who want to work on public and social problems through local, state or federal government, or in the nonprofit sector. Students are encouraged to look at problems from several perspectives and to practise problem-solving through internships tied to real community issues. The curriculum is flexible, so a student can choose a concentration that matches a particular career interest. The major is run by the public affairs and nonprofit leadership department and is taught in person. Prospective students can review the degree at a glance, the required courses and the schedule of study on the program page, and can request information or start an application from there. Seattle University is a Jesuit, Catholic institution in Seattle, and its programs weave ethics, service and community engagement into the academic work. Students also receive support from faculty advisers who help them plan coursework, practical experience and next steps after graduation.