MPM Application

Participants are admitted to the Executive MPM on a rolling basis, and
early application is strongly encouraged for the limited number of places available.

Application deadlines for the MPM program:

For Fall consideration: March 1 for international and May 1 for domestic applications

For Spring consideration: September 1 for international and November 1 for domestic applications

For Summer consideration: February 1 for international and April 1 for domestic applications

Admission to the MPM Program is highly selective, and is based on a combination of relevant work experience, academic ability, and personal characteristics. MPM applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the MPM office when beginning the application process.

Criteria

The MPM Admissions Committee reviews each application for evidence of superior scholastic performance and extensive professional experience. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university is required. Applicants must possess a minimum of five years of work experience in a senior track position in the field of policy management. Strong communication skills, leadership ability, and expertise in one or more policy fields are considered important personal attributes in gaining admission to the Program. The Admissions Committee might lift part of the five-year senior-track experience requirement for those who have obtained an advanced profession credential such as a Ph.D., MBA or JD. Applications are not reviewed until all required materials are received. A complete admission file must contain the following:

• A completed Application Form, duly signed and dated. Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line. The on-line application may be found at http://grad.georgetown.edu/pages/apply_online.cfm or in pdf format.
• A current Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
• A list of Professional Affiliations, Memberships, and Community Activities.
• A Personal Statement explaining what unique abilities you would bring to the MPM Program and how obtaining this degree will contribute to the attainment of your personal and professional goals.
• Official Transcripts of all academic coursework (including any transfer coursework completed while enrolled in a study abroad program) submitted in sealed envelopes and signed by the appropriate university official.
• Three Letters of Evaluation, at least one of which should be a professional evaluation from a supervisor or colleague who is familiar with your policy management abilities and potential. The Admissions office may contact the evaluators as part of the admissions review.
• A Letter of Support from your current employer on your organization's letterhead indicating that your employer is aware of your intention to undertake this program of study and that your organization will provide you with release time from your work responsibilities; and, if applicable, financial support. At a minimum, the letter must indicate your employer's awareness that you will be absent from work to attend classes and fulfill other obligations as may be required.
• A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required to be completed by certain international applicants, to demonstrate a level of competence in English sufficient to meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School. All non-US applicants are required to submit a current TOEFL result unless they have obtained an academic degree from a college or university in a country where English is the native language. The minimum required score is 600. Information and registration forms for the TOEFL can be obtained at many colleges or international education organizations or directly from the Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ 08541. (www.toefl.org)
• Non-refundable $70 Application Fee (check or money order made payable to Georgetown University).

Candidates for admission must fill in the on-line application at http://grad.georgetown.edu/pages/apply_online.cfm.  Applicants must send the additional material mentioned above to the Georgetown Public Policy Institute c/o MPM Admissions, 3520 Prospect Street, NW, 4th Floor, Washington, DC 20007.