Politics, Policy & Public Administration

Politics, Policy & Public Administration

Delivered 100% online, the bachelor’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.

Earn an Online B.S./B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration from EOU

Gain essential public service knowledge, skills and connections through Eastern Oregon University’s online B.S./B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration. You’ll learn to respond effectively and fairly to issues that affect global communities. Our transfer-friendly program accepts up to 135 credit hours.

  • Unique rural-informed curriculum with a global perspective
  • Optional hands-on learning opportunities, such as field placements and internships

What Makes Us Unique

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’s degree offers a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students to work anywhere.

Program Benefits

  • Comprehensive overview of the three dimensions of public service: politics, policy, and administration
  • Flexible online coursework allows you to complete your degree at your own pace

*Price reflects tuition for Oregon residents. Non-resident tuition is $305/credit hour. Speak to an enrollment counselor for more information.

Make a Difference


政治、政策和公共管理的在线学士学位将帮助你为各种快速成长的有影响力的角色做好准备。我们的课程为您提供在公共领域获得成功的职业生涯所需的知识、技能和关系。

  • Rural-informed curriculum allows you to fill a need for well-rounded public administrators across the country
  • Broad-based public service curriculum covers the political issues, policy processes and administrative aspects of public service
  • Hands-on learning opportunities, such as internships and field placements, that will help you build your resume and make connections

Pursue Diverse Public Administration Jobs

  • Legal Assistant
  • Research Analyst
  • Regional Planner
  • Environmental Specialist

Program Outcomes


Upon graduation, you’ll be able to:

  • Lead and manage in public governance.
  • Participate and contribute to the policy process.
  • Analyze, synthesize, think critically, solve problems and make decisions.
  • Articulate and apply a public service perspective.
  • Communicate and interact productively with a diverse and changing workforce and citizenry.

Skills You’ll Gain

  • Leadership
  • Policy creation
  • Analytics
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication