Program Overview

Introduction to NYU Wagner

New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service is a premier institution for public service education. The school offers a range of degree programs, including the Master of Public Administration (MPA), Executive MPA, Master of Urban Planning, and PhD in Public Administration.

Degree Programs

• MPA in Public & Nonprofit Management & Policy
• MPA in Health Policy & Management
• Master of Urban Planning
• Online Master of Health Administration
• Master of Science in Health Law and Strategy (with NYU School of Law)
• Master of Science in Public Policy
• Executive MPA
• PhD
• Dual Degrees

Dual Degree Programs

• Bachelor's–Master's Track
• MPA-MBA
• MPA-MA in Hebrew and Judaic Studies
• MPA-MA in International Relations
• MPA-Global MPH
• MPA-JD or MUP-JD
• MPA-MD
• Executive MPA-MSW
• MPA-MS, Applied Statistics

Admissions

Application Deadlines & Process

The application process for NYU Wagner involves submitting an admissions application, which includes providing transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.

Application Checklists

• MPA
• MUP
• Online MHA
• MSPP
• EMPA
• PhD
• Dual Degrees
• Advanced Certificate/Non-Degree
• Reapplicant Instructions
• International Applicant Instructions
• Transfer Applicant Information

Admissions Criteria

The admissions criteria for NYU Wagner include a strong academic record, leadership experience, and a demonstrated commitment to public service.

Cost, Aid & Assistance

Merit-Based Scholarships

NYU Wagner offers merit-based scholarships to eligible students.

Fellowships

• Georgina and Charlotte Bloomberg Public Service Fellows Program
• David Bohnett Public Service Fellowship
• Lisa Ellen Goldberg Fellowship
• Henry Hart Rice Urban Studies Fellowship
• Lateefah Simon Social Justice Leadership Fellowship

Lateefah Simon Social Justice Leadership Fellowship

Overview

The Lateefah Simon Social Justice Leadership Fellowship awards a full-tuition scholarship for full-time study for Executive Master of Public Administration candidates or a partial-tuition scholarship for Master of Public Administration candidates, living stipend, and summer internship stipend.

Fellowship Criteria

• Demonstrated commitment to social change and social justice
• Leadership experience, potential, and aspiration
• Ability to collaborate with a range of actors and stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging
• Strong academic record
• Thoughtful and articulate communicator, both written and verbal
• Experience in at least one policy area

How to Apply

• Submit your admissions application to NYU Wagner.
• Recipients will be chosen based on meeting the Fellowship criteria outlined above.
• Selected fellowship semi-finalists will be invited to submit a brief personal profile.
• Those selected as fellowship finalists will be invited for a virtual interview.

Research Areas

NYU Wagner faculty and students engage in research in a variety of areas, including:

• Cities
• Communication Skills
• Data Science and Data Management
• Education
• Environment, Climate Change, and Sustainability
• Health Policy and Management
• Inequality, Race, and Poverty
• International Development and Humanitarian Action
• Nonprofits and Government
• Philanthropy and Fundraising
• Program Evaluation
• Social Justice and Democracy
• Transportation

Centers & Institutes

NYU Wagner is home to several centers and institutes, including:

• Financial Access Initiative
• The Furman Center for Real Estate & Urban Policy
• Health and Evaluation Analytics Lab
• Institute for Civil Infrastructure Systems
• John Brademas Center of New York University
• Rudin Center for Transportation Policy & Management
• Institute of Human Development and Social Change

Initiatives & Special Projects

NYU Wagner is involved in several initiatives and special projects, including:

• Democracy Scholars
• Labor Initiative
• Leadership in Action
• The NYU Democracy Project
• Social Innovation & Investment Initiative