To be eligible for the Public Administration (MPA) program, students must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. In addition, successful applicants must demonstrate, through past academic or professional work, a capacity for achievement.

Official transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended
Two-page personal statement describing your educational and career goals, relevant work or volunteer experience, and any special circumstances affecting past or prospective academic performance
Current resume or curriculum vitae

Students educated outside of the United States where English is not the official native language must present evidence of English proficiency. A minimum TOEFL score of 96 (ibt), or a minimum 7.5 on the IELTS