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Texas A&M University - Bush School of Government and Public Service

Continue your education with a degree from Texas A&M University - Bush School of Government and Public Service.

Texas A&M University - Bush School of Government and Public Service

Online Programs at Texas A&M University

George Bush School of Government and Public Service

The Bush School offers a comprehensive educational experience designed to cultivate professionalism and principle in public service. The programs integrate three components a carefully-designed curriculum, experiential learning and self-study each of which reinforce and contribute to the others.

The Bush School takes a broad view of public service, stressing the opportunities for service at the local, state, regional, national and international levels as well as in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. Indeed some of the most important tasks in public service are inventing ways to form cross-sector partnerships serving the common good. The Bush School strives to equip its students to undertake such challenges.

The Bush School Online

The Bush School welcomes working professionals and students who need flexibility in order to extend their education. Offering online certificates in advanced international affairs and in homeland security, we appreciate the varied backgrounds and depth of experience that professionals in all disciplines as well as the military bring to our online programs. Designed completely for online (web-based) delivery with no residency requirements, our online education courses are within reach from any computer, any time during the semester. Once enrolled, online students can look forward to:

  • Official Texas A&M University Graduate Course Credit;
  • Nationally Acclaimed Faculty;
  • Highly Interactive Courses;
  • Flexible Scheduling;
  • A Bush School staff dedicated to online education programs;
  • The Texas A&M live computer helpdesk, also available 24/7 through a toll-free number or via email; and
  • Access to the tens-of-thousands of electronic books and publications available in the Texas A&M University e-library.
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Accreditation

The Bush School is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

School Facts

Institutional Accrediting Agency Agency that determines the quality of education and training for an institution of higher education.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

Address Physical location of institution's main/corporate office or headquarters.
4220 TAMU
College Station TX 77843-4220

Calendar Type When you can enroll in/take classes.
Courses are offered during the regular 15 week academic semesters - Spring & Fall, several can be taken during the 5 week summer sessions. Access to online courses is available 24/7, anytime/anywhere.

Credit-earning Options Does the school accept transfer credits or other approved credits?
Bush School Online Students receive Official Texas A&M University Graduate Course Credit and transcript. If you have questions regarding transfer credit please contact the Bush School Online.

Delivery Format Is learning completed entirely online, and are there any special teaching methods?
Online course are delivered via WebCT/Vista, a password protected course management environment. Course are asynchronous and can be accessed anytime-anywhere with an Internet connection.

Technical Requirements Required hardware/software that you'll need in order to run the course software.
Windows 98, 2000, NT, or XP; MacOS 9 or MacOS X; 64 MB of RAM, 1G of free disk space; Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat Reader; 56K, DSL or Cable Modem; Internet Explorer 5.5, Netscape 4.78 or better; JavaScript & cookies enabled; Flash player.

Geographic Restrictions Can you take the programs anywhere?
Students may take Bush School Online courses online from anywhere - anytime.

Loans Offered The types of loans can you make use of to help fund your education.
Contact us and let a helpful Financial Services Representative guide you through your Financial Aid options and help determine the best program for you. Programs include: Federal Stafford Loan, Federal PLUS Loan, Federal Pell Grant.