Master of Public Administration in Public Policy

Western Michigan University

Applications to the MPA program must meet the Graduate College requirements of waiving an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with an overall grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Students with an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5 who demonstrate a record of relevant work experience and professional advancement may also be considered for conditional admission While standardized language tests TOEFL or IELTS apply to international applicants submitting scores from GRE or GMAT tests is optionalThe following must be submitted in order to be considered for admissionThe completed University online application for Graduate admission with paid application feeAn official transcript from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended except Western Michigan UniversityA written statement of how the MPA degree will help you meet your personal and career goals Also address how your experiences align with the strengths of the MPA program and faculty your creative or scholarly interests and your professional goals including future jobs or careersA current resume including all academic professional and volunteer experience andThree letters of recommendation at least one academic and at least one professionalAdmission decisions are based on the undergraduate grade point average any prior graduate course work work experience standardized test scores letters of recommendation and statement of career goals