Program application through CalStateApply
ONE set of official transcripts (must be submitted to California State University, Fresno - Graduate Admissions)
Statement of Purpose: No more than 500 words explaining your reasons for wanting to pursue the MPA degree and what benefits you expect to derive from your studies.
Two letters of recommendation from professional or academic references
The GRE is no longer required for application starting with Fall 2024
An acceptable baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association.
Good standing at the last college attended.
Submission to the university of the following materials: on-line university application
form , fee for on-line university application form, transcripts of college work, and scores from the Graduate Record Examination general test (GRE).
Submission to the MPA program of the following materials: MPA program application form, a written statement indicating why the applicant wishes to pursue an MPA, and two letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation evaluate both the motivation and intellectual ability of the applicant.
Recommendation for admission by the Admissions Committee of the Master of Public Administration Program: Candidates will be recommended on the promise they show for successfully completing the program and achieving a successful career in public or nonprofit administration. In order to receive classified standing, applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements. Applicants that meet some, but not all, of the listed standards may receive conditionally classified standing. Candidates will be evaluated using a combination of criteria:
Grade point average: Applicants must possess a minimum of a 2.70 cumulative grade point average to be considered for admission. Applicants need
a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average to be eligible for classified standing.
Statement of Purpose: Applicants must address the issue of why they have chosen to pursue the MPA degree. As part of this statement of purpose, applicants may list their professional experience and goals. They may also list relevant personal experiences. The statement of purpose should be limited to 500 words.
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