{"id":4,"date":"2022-05-04T23:05:55","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T23:05:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/?page_id=4"},"modified":"2026-01-21T16:33:21","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T16:33:21","slug":"politics-policy-public-administration","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/","title":{"rendered":"Politics, Policy &#038; Public Administration"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:350px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-40 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"800\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-9\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/files\/2022\/05\/pppa_hero.jpg\" style=\"object-position:50% 49%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 49%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/files\/2022\/05\/pppa_hero.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/files\/2022\/05\/pppa_hero-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/files\/2022\/05\/pppa_hero-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/files\/2022\/05\/pppa_hero-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/files\/2022\/05\/pppa_hero-1536x768.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-huge-font-size wp-elements-afa81aeaec0c29465b7e9b1850f97d2b\">Politics, Policy &amp; Public Administration<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"lead\">Delivered 100% online, the bachelor&#8217;s in politics, policy and public administration program offers unique rural-informed global curriculum and hands-on learning opportunities, such as field placements and internships.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Earn an Online B.S.\/B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration from EOU<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gain essential public service knowledge, skills and connections through Eastern Oregon University&#8217;s online B.S.\/B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration. You&#8217;ll learn to respond effectively and fairly to issues that affect global communities. Our transfer-friendly program accepts up to 135 credit hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unique rural-informed curriculum with a global perspective<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional hands-on learning opportunities, such as field placements and internships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes Us Unique<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our program is for individuals looking to gain a broad understanding of working in the public sector. Unlike other programs that focus on public policy and administration in urban settings, EOU\u2019s degree offers a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students to work anywhere.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/catalog.eou.edu\/\">View the program checksheet<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/catalog.eou.edu\/content.php?catoid=7&amp;navoid=499\">Program Learning Outcomes<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-red-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/admissions\/apply\/\">Apply to EOU<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/online.eou.edu\/programs\/bachelors-politics-policy-public-administration\/\">Online Site<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/master-of-public-administration\/\">Master of Public Administration Program<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Benefits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comprehensive overview of the three dimensions of public service: politics, policy, and administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible online coursework allows you to complete your degree at your own pace<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make a Difference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>The online bachelor&#8217;s in politics, policy and public administration will help you prepare for a variety of impactful roles that are growing quickly. Our program provides you with the knowledge, skills and connections necessary for navigating a successful career in the public arena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rural-informed curriculum allows you to fill a need for well-rounded public administrators across the country<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Broad-based public service curriculum covers the political issues, policy processes and administrative aspects of public service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hands-on learning opportunities, such as internships and field placements, that will help you build your resume and make connections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pursue Diverse Public Administration Jobs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legal Assistant <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research Analyst <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional Planner <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental Specialist <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Outcomes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Upon graduation, you&#8217;ll be able to:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lead and manage in public governance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participate and contribute to the policy process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze, synthesize, think critically, solve problems and make decisions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Articulate and apply a public service perspective.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate and interact productively with a diverse and changing workforce and citizenry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skills You&#8217;ll Gain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Policy creation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analytics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Critical thinking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/politics-policy-public-administration\/program-faqs\/\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Curriculum &amp; Tuition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>180 total credits required<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 23 courses in the bachelor&#8217;s in politics, policy and public administration program, you&#8217;ll learn to respond effectively and fairly to issues that affect global communities. In addition to the online coursework, you can gain hands-on experience with a practicum elective or take part in optional in-person components of the program. Field placement and internships can take place in various settings, like government organizations or non-profits, so you can build relationships with professionals in the field you envision yourself working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through EOU\u2019s Fast Track Transfer Pathways, students can seamlessly accelerate their pathway to a high-quality bachelor\u2019s degree program. Our transfer-friendly program accepts up to 135 credit hours. 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