Master of Public Administration in Public Policy in Kalamazoo United States | 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 optional

The following must be submitted in order to be considered for admission

The completed University online application for Graduate admission with paid application fee
An official transcript from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended except Western Michigan University
A 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 careers
A current resume including all academic professional and volunteer experience and
Three letters of recommendation at least one academic and at least one professional
Admission 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

Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL 80 iBT graduate.
TOEFL Essential 8 Graduate.
International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic - 6.5 graduate.
Pearson Test of English Academic Module PTE - 54 graduate.