Public Administration Admitted Students Hub | Admitted Graduate Student Hub

Welcome to the Public Administration program! Below is information important for all new students.

Letter from the chair

Dear DPAP Students:

Welcome to the Department of Public Administration and Policy (DPAP)! Starting a new graduate program is exciting and I’m sure you have many questions. We have a community of faculty, staff, and students who are here to support you.

I encourage you to reach out to our expert faculty and staff. DPAP faculty are always happy to address questions about their research, and our staff can share important insight on course selection. We look forward to helping you navigate campus resources and explore career pathways.

As Department Chair, I’m also available to address any questions. I will have weekly office hours announced at the start of the semester, and I’m always available via e-mail. As a faculty member, I appreciate the opportunity to teach and continue learning from current and future practitioners. Please feel free to stop by during office hours and chat!

To that point, I invite you to share your perspectives and experiences. Whether you are new to public service or have years of experience, you are welcomed, respected, and valued. Public service is forever changing, but our commitment to you as a DPAP student is unwavering.

Sincerely,

Dr. Vincent Reitano, Chair
Department of Public Administration and Policy

MPA New Student Orientation Fall 2025

Orientation: Monday 8/18 9:30am-12pm, UDC 120

Preview orientation materials

Please take some time before orientation to preview the materials below:

Course registration for Summer/Fall 2025

Please contact Brianna King Richetti (bking@binghamton.edu) to set up your zoom advising session about course registration.

View the schedule of courses

Meet the MPA department

We're always happy to connect with students. View our department staff and contact information.

Email

We are in the process of transitioning to using your Binghamton University Bmail account only. That's where we send all official university information, so be sure to check it every day, or have it forwarded to an email you check everyday!

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International students

New International Graduate Student Orientation (fall and spring)

The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) hosts New International Graduate Student Orientation prior to the fall and spring semesters. It is required for all new international graduate students to attend this program.

International Student Orientation for fall 2024 will include pre-recorded videos and synchronous virtual programs. You will receive a communication from ISSS with more details as they become available.