Program Overview

Program Overview

The Public Administration DPA program is a doctoral-level degree that requires a comprehensive portfolio submission, including:

• Educational and professional goals statement (minimum 600 words)
• Three Letters of recommendation
• A professional writing sample for which the applicant was sole author
• Evidence of significant work experience in public affairs field

Admission Requirements

Applicants are encouraged, but not required, to submit GRE scores as part of their portfolios. An interview may be required. The minimum requirements for admission include:

• Completed master's degree
• Minimum cumulative graduate GPA of 3.25
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Fit between applicant's educational aspirations and faculty expertise
• Quality of previous graduate performance
• Ability to do doctoral-level work
• Significant professional achievement in public affairs field

Application Process

Application materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis. A new cohort will begin their core course work every fall semester. Students who wish to start working on elective course work early should note that the application process involves:

• Screening for minimum requirements by DPA Director
• Review of qualifying applications by DPA faculty

Program Timeline

The program has a rolling review process for application materials, with a new cohort starting every fall semester.