How to Apply
Admission Criteria
1. For students with a bachelor's degree: A competitive applicant to our program will have an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 (the graduate school requires a minimum of 2.5 to be considered for admission to the grad school), three strong letters of recommendation, and a strong statement of purpose.
2. For students with a prior master's degree: A competitive applicant to our program will have a graduate GPA of at least 3.0, three strong letters of recommendation, and a strong statement of purpose.
There is no GRE requirement for the Master of Public Administration.
Questions?
Steven Mumford, Ph.D.
Email: gradmpa@uno.edu
Application Deadlines
Fall
August 1
Spring
December 1
Summer
May 1
Application Tips
Application is considered to be completed only if all required materials such as application fee payment and official transcripts are received by the deadline.
1. Attach the necessary documents
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
- Enter the names and contact information for the three persons who will submit letters of recommendation for you - these can be professional and/or academic references
2. Submit official transcripts from each institution that you have attended. International students may also need to submit certified English translations and evaluations of your transcripts. Learn more
After your application packet is reviewed, you will receive an email with your UNO student number.