Dec 05, 2025  
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

PSPA 699 - Public Service Capstone Project


Research and writing to complete the capstone paper requirements for the M.P.A. degree, normally taken in the semester of graduation. The capstone paper must demonstrate the connection of theory and practice to a relevant public service issue or problem. The final group project will be a presentation for the oral comprehensive examination. May be repeated once.

Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department. Students enrolled in the Public Service Law and Management specialization may substitute 3 semester hours of NIU LAW 795 - Directed Research, or NIU LAW 900 - Seminar, for three semester hours of PSPA 699.

Credits: 3

Community Engaged Designation
Yes