The Graduate College requires a minimum “B” average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale), in a program of study resulting in the award of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the U.S., OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a pre-determined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission.
The minimum TOEFL requirement is 563, 85 internet-based, 6.5 IELTS, or 53 PTE.
The general prerequisite for admission to the program is a four-year bachelors' degree with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA of the junior-senior year (last 50-60 credit hours).
Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
Applicants to the UNO School of Public Administration (MPA) program may be granted a waiver from the GRE requirement, under one of the following circumstances:
The applicant is enrolled in the UNO Grace Abbott School of Social Work (MSW) program and has completed at least four courses with a minimum GPA of 3.2 and no less than a B in any course.
The applicant is enrolled in the UNO College of Information Science and Technology MS in MIS program and has completed at least four courses with a minimum GPA of 3.2 and no less than a B in any course.
GRE Waiver Application
Two (2) letters of recommendation
Statement of Purpose
Writing Sample
From work or previous academic experiences. Alternatively, if you do not have a writing sample, please submit a two -page double-spaced word processed essay that addresses the following two topics:
Two accomplishments that demonstrate your potential for success in the graduate program
Your unique personal qualities and life experiences that distinguish you from other applicants to our graduate program
Resume indicating your work experience and background