Admission to the MPA Program is open to all individuals with a BA or a BS degree from a recognized college or university who meet the admissions requirements of Binghamton University's Graduate School. Contact the Graduate School via its webpageor by e-mail. The mailing address is: Graduate School, Binghamton University, PO Box 6000, Binghamton, New York 13902-6000, (607)777-2151. All official Graduate School application materials are available through their website or by calling/writing the Graduate School.
Before beginning the application process please review the Graduate School Checklist and follow all the instructions for applying.
Forward all application materials directly to the Graduate School. Do not send any application materials to the MPA Program.
The MPA Admissions Committee will make admissions decisions based upon the cumulative record of the applicant. Successful applicants will demonstrate a positive public service orientation and the requisite skills to complete the graduate program. Undergraduate grade point averages, extra-curricular activities, community or professional service, demonstrated strong writing and/or quantitative skills, and strongly supportive letters of recommendation are factors that may influence the committee's decision.
Students may be admitted conditionally if deficiencies in writing, computer skills or knowledge of American government are present. Conditionally admitted students are required to successfully complete one or more of our basic skills classes before moving to regular status. Once any conditions of admission have been completed, the Director of Graduate Studies will inform the Graduate School, and the student’s status will be changed to regular admission.
For information on the minimum required score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), international students should refer to the Graduate School's Frequently Asked Questions page.
Note: The Graduate Requisite Examination (GRE) is not required for MPA program applicants.
Students seeking to take courses on a non-matriculated basis should apply to the Graduate School. Upon acceptance, students should complete the Non-Matriculated Admissionsform (.pdf, 43.5kb) and return it to the Department of Public Administration.
