Admission Requirements
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The MPA program has a fall and spring entry.
The following documents must be submitted and will be considered when applying:
- Online Application
- Non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor's degree from any field from an accredited institution
- Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended.
- Personal statement: A one-page statement describing career goals and reasons for interest in the program
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Professional resume
Most application materials can be uploaded in the application portal once the initial application is submitted. Transcripts can be sent to Graduate Admissions either electronically (preferred method) to gradstudies@sacredheart.edu or by mail to:
Sacred Heart University
Graduate Admissions
5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825
For further information regarding admission requirements, contact:
Associate Director of Graduate Admissions & Recruitment