Regis University School of Management
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration
Regis University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Administration degree prepares career-oriented adults and professionals for positions in city/county management, policy analysis, program direction, direction of development, budget consulting and analysis, human resource management, occupational safety coordination, lobbying, information specialization, and grant writing.
Class Format
Online 
Classroom- Available in accelerated 5- and 8-week terms
Tuition
Classroom-based courses: $365 /credit hour
Online-based courses: $460 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
Bachelor's Dergee: 128 Credit Hours
Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees: 152 Credit Hours
Related Certificates
- High Performance Management
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Public Administration
- All Undergraduate Certificates
Want to learn more about Regis University and the Bachelor of Science in Public Administration degree program? We are here to help you get started.
- Request an information packet on your degree.
- Reach an Enrollment Counselor by phone at 1-800-944-7667. Enrollment Counselors are available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (MST)
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Congratulations on pursuing your degree! We look forward to helping you.
The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Public Administration degree is a comprehensive program that includes general education, public sector and technology courses. Classes are taught by professionals, working in the fields they teach, who provide a practical link between classroom theory and the realities of the public world.
Regis CPS Bachelor of Science in Public Administration curriculum focuses on the practical solutions to the issues of today and tomorrow through these foundational and advanced degree courses:
- Leadership Through Service to Others
- Management of Human Resources
- Project Management
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Ethical Decision Making
- Community Influences on Government
As a graduate with a Public Administration degree from Regis CPS, you’ll be equipped with the essential knowledge and skills for evaluating, planning, and implementing public sector programs. You’ll be prepared to address our country’s challenges and have a positive impact on organizations—from local, county, and state, to federal government, nonprofit organizations and private sector businesses—effectively addressing business issues with an eye toward local and global diversity.
Who should enroll the Regis University CPS Bachelor of Science in Public Administration program?
The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Public Administration degree program suits you, the busy professional, offering flexibility and convenience. It’s designed for adult students like you who want to pursue leadership positions in government agencies, play a part in reshaping how they’re run, and who have a higher calling to work on behalf of U.S. taxpayers.
In this program, you will learn to think critically and analytically about the development and implementation of public policy issues. You’ll be prepared to understand the political dynamics in your own community; to excel as an effective public official by understanding how to achieve goals through collaboration and consensus-building. An optional minor is offered in Health Care Administration.
The Bachelor of Science in Public Administration lays the foundation for you to continue your adult student education in our Regis MBA program or through other graduate degrees from our Regis CPS School of Management.
A Faster Path to Success Through Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees
Regis University's School of Management offers Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees, enabling you to complete both degree programs in only 152-credit hours by:
- Planning early for the Master’s portion of your education
- Allowing two Graduate courses to be counted toward your Undergraduate degree
- Making more efficient use of your credit requirements and tuition dollars
- Learn more about program requirements and additional admissions information
Flexible Learning Formats That Fit Your Lifestyle
Regis University CPS offers courses in the classroom, online, and as Guided Independent Study (GIS). Our accelerated 5- and 8-week course formats will put you on the fast track to earning your degree.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | March 7 | January 7 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | March 8 | May 2 | March 4 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | July 4 | May 5 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | July 5 | August 29 | June 30 |
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | February 14 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | February 15 | March 21 |
| Spring 3 - 2010 | March 22 | April 25 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | June 13 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | June 14 | July 18 |
| Summer 3 - 2010 | July 19 | August 22 |
Required Courses
Total Degree Requirements (128 Credit Hours)
Core Studies Requirements (45 Credit Hours)
- Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- English Composition (3 Credit Hours)
- Advanced Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- Literature/Humanities (6 Credit Hours)
- Global Issues (6 Credit Hours)
- Social Sciences (6 Credit Hours)
- Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
- Natural Sciences (3 Credit Hours)
- Philosophy (6 Credit Hours)
- Religious Studies (6 Credit Hours)
Foundational Courses (24 Credit Hours)
- BA 300 Business Systems in a Sustainable Society (3 Credit Hours)
- BA/EC 335 Global Business Issues (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 366 Management Essentials (3 Credit Hours)
- EC 320 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 Credit Hours)
- EC 330 Principles of Microeconomics (3 Credit Hours)
- MT 270 Introduction to Statistics(3 Credit Hours)
- PA 300 Government Role in Society (3 Credit Hours)
- PA 400 Public Policy (3 Credit Hours)
Upper Division Requirements (30 Credit Hours)
- BA 452 Management of Human Resources (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 454 Organizational Behavior (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 458 Project Management (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 479/CIS 480 Managing Technology for Business Strategies (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 493A Business Research (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 493B Senior Capstone (3 Credit Hours)
- PA 410 Public Finance (3 Credit Hours)
- PA 420 Foundation of Business in Government (3 Credit Hours) OR
PA 430 Community Influences on Governments (3 Credit Hours) - PA 450E-W Topics in Public Management (3 Credit Hours)
- PA 495F Ethics in Government (3 Credit Hours)
Minor (Optional) (0 or 12 Credit Hours)
General Electives (17 or 29 Credit Hours)
Twenty-nine elective hours of general academic courses are required if a minor is not chosen. Technical credits may be used to meet this requirement.
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of an undergraduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $365 | $50 | $11,000 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr.hr.) | $18,300 |
| Colorado Christian University | 128 | $697 avg. ($10,450 per semester/12-17 credit hrs.) | $180 | $21,080 (2 semesters) |
| Colorado State University 1 | 120 | $3,431/15 hrs. appx. $228/hr. | $2,578/15 hrs. | $12,098 |
| DeVry University | 124 (BSBA) | $550 (1-11 cr./$330 for 12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,790 |
| Metro State College of Denver | 120 | $2,445/15 hrs (appx. $163/hr.) | $1,182 | $5,678 |
| University of Colorado-Colorado Springs | 120 (BS in Business) | $2902 | $893 | $8700 appx. + appl. fees. |
| University of Phoenix3 | 120 | $375 | $3,400 | $12,100 |
1Does not include COF Stipend
2Varies by student classification. College opportunity fund stipend ($68/cr.) may be deducted if received.
3Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $460 | $50 | $13,850 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr. hr.) | $18,300 |
| Capella University1 | 121 | $485 | $325 | $14,875 |
| CSU (Colorado State University) Global Campus | 120 | $299 | $25 | $8,995 |
| Colorado Technical University | 121 | $490 | $50 | $14,750 |
| DeVry University | 124 | $525 (1-11cr.); $330 (12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,130 |
| Jones International University | 120 | $475 | $2760 | $14,960 |
| Kaplan University1 | 121 | $523 | $795 | $15,940 |
| Nova Southeastern University | 120 | $540 | $1,800 | $16,200 |
| University of Maryland- University College |
120 | $499 | $1,060 | $15,610 |
| University of Phoenix2 | 120 | $5302 | $3,4002 | $16,7502 |
| Walden University1 | 121 | $380 | $480 | $11,540 |
1Quarter-hours converted to semester hours
2Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
Admission Requirements
Submitting an application is the first step toward achieving your personal and professional goal of earning a Bachelor's degree. Students with prior college credit, military credit, professional licenses or certificates, or several years of work experience may be able to translate this experience directly into college credit.
An enrollment counselor will help evaluate your prior learning credit, provide valuable information regarding financial aid and tuition assistance, recommend programs and classes, and help you get started with the application process.
Materials Needed for Application and Admission
- Completed Online Undergraduate Application Form.
- $50.00 nonrefundable application fee (waived for previous Regis University students).
- Writing Skills Placement Essay.
- If you have never attended college, request official high school or GED transcripts, to be sent directly to the CPS Undergraduate Office of Admissions.
- Document you have at least 3 years of full-time work experience after high school. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may submit a letter of appeal to the Dean of Undergraduate Programs.
- Provide prior college official transcripts within 30 days from the start of first class (or official high school or GED transcripts).
- Additional admission requirements apply to international students who are non-U.S. citizens.
Luka Powanga, Ph.D.
Faculty, School of Management
"Since our student body consists of mature, working adults who want to acquire skills that they can immediately apply to their work situations, the atmosphere in the classroom is so civil and stimulating. It almost feels like a group of friends discussing the latest news in their favorite living room. "