How to Submit a Successful Application

You need to complete all the elements of the application and submit all the required documentation before you can be considered for admission.

• 1. START YOUR APPLICATION

  Go to our online application.

• 2. UPLOAD YOUR DOCUMENTS TO YOUR APPLICATION

  1. Unofficial transcript: Submit a copy of your transcript from all academic institutions attended.

  2. GRE: The GRE score may be waived at the discretion of the MPA Director for students who have completed at least 18 credits of graduate course work, or who have significant work experience (at administrative analyst or higher level) in the public, nonprofit sector or government-related private sector (e.g., government contractor, government consultant). Please speak to an enrollment advisor for more information.

  3. Résumé: Submit your most recent résumé that appropriately illustrates your professional experience.

  4. Personal statement: Submit a one-page personal statement addressing your interest in the program in relation to your professional background and career aspirations.

  5. Language Proficiency: International students who do not hold an undergraduate U.S degree must submit Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores. For more information, please see the Student Handbook.

• 3. REQUEST YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

  Request your transcripts electronically (preferred) or by regular mail:

  Electronically: etranscripts@miami.edu 

  By mail:
  Online Enrollment – Admissions Office
  PO Box 284272
  Coral Gables, FL 33146

  Please note: All graduate applicants who have attended a college or university outside the United States must submit official transcripts and diplomas (if available) from all colleges and universities attended to one of the three approved evaluation services.

• 4. OBTAIN TWO PROFESSIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

  Enter names and contact information for two (2) people who can comment on your professional ability in the online application.

  Your references automatically receive an email to fill out your recommendation online. You can then track the status of each recommendation in the system. Recommendations must be received by the application deadline to be considered for admissions.

• 5. APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID

  Click here for more info about financial aid and the scholarships available to our students. Our enrollment advisors are also available to help you every step of the way.

*Eligible applicants may not be required to submit GRE and GMAT test results. To learn more, please call 1-800-411-2290 to speak with an enrollment advisor.

²The computer-based GRE is offered Monday through Saturday in various locations. Contact the Educational Testing Service to schedule an appointment by visiting their website or calling (800) GRE-CALL.

University of Miami School Codes: FAFSA: 001536, GRE: 5815