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School of Urban and Public Affairs

School of Urban and Public Affairs

How to Apply

Application Deadlines

PhD Programs
Application deadline is April 1 for the following Fall (fall admission only)

Master’s Degree Programs
Students may begin Fall, Spring or Summer (see Application Deadlines).

Application Procedures

Along with all Graduate School Application Requirements, a complete application includes:

  1. Official transcripts
  2. GRE scores (and TOEFL scores for international students)
  3. Letters of recommendation
  4. Essay

Detailed procedures for PhD programs
Detailed procedures for master’s degree programs

Admission Requirements

  • Factors considered include GPA, GRE scores, letters of recommendation, essay, field of study, community service, multilingual proficiency, and community service.
  • Applicants may be admitted unconditionally or on probation.
  • Applicants may also be denied admission or admitted on a provisional or deferred basis.

Detailed requirements for PhD programs
Detailed requirements for master’s degree programs

Financial Aid

In addition to Graduate Research Assistantships (GRAs), internships, employment, and loans, the School has financial aid available specifically for students of regional planning, urban studies, public service, and public administration. Please see:

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Making a Difference
2008 Distinguished Alumna, Dr. Shirley Burchfield, serves as vice president of World Education, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of the poor.