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MPA Application Procedures
The MPA program is concerned with the interest, aptitute, and capacity
of a prospective student as indicated by the applicant's previous academic
record, professional achievement and growth and achievement on the Graduate
Records Examination (GRE). The merits of each student's application are
evaluated on an individual basis.
Application Deadlines
The campus-based MPA program begins once per year in September.
Online MPA cohort schedules begin in September and January. Complete
application files containing all required documents are reviewed
according to the following deadlines:
August 1 - Fall online and campus based
December 1 - Spring online
To apply for admission to the Marist MPA program, please submit the following:
- A completed Graduate Admissions Application
- A $50.00 non-refundable application fee (checks/money orders made payable to Marist
College)
- Official transcripts from all prior undergraduate and/or graduate institutions attended.
- A current resume with work credentials demonstrating a proficiency in planning and
organizing activities; an ability to work collaboratively; and experience in, or the
potential to assume, a management position in a public/nonprofit organization.
