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Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Maxwell School

Consistently ranked the #1 MPA program in the United States by U.S. News, preparing leaders in public policy, public budgeting, nonprofit governance, and international development.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree with 3.2+ GPA from an accredited institution
English language proficiency: TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.0
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): GRE optional
Thesis / Research statement: Public service career essay
Recommendation letters: Three letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Maxwell Graduate Fellowships and Robertson Foundation Government Fellowships covering full tuition
Application fee: $75
Tuition / joining costs: $1,910/credit hour

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Facts reflect official Syracuse University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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