Harvard University Master Public Administration Fees, Eligibility, Admission & Deadlines

Cambridge, MassachusettsUniversity Private (Not for Profit) College

The two-year Master in Public Administration (MPA) from Harvard Kennedy School is that vital next step when students aim to pursue specialized skills, informed perspectives, and nuanced understanding to be an even more effective leader in solving public problems.
The MPA curriculum is flexible. Students create a study plan that reflects their academic interests, focuses on their personal and professional aspirations, and integrates across disciplines. Students may also get the opportunity to pursue a concurrent degree in business, law, medicine, or other professional fields.

Important Dates

Event	End Date
Application Deadline Round 1	Sep 6, 2023
Application Deadline Round 2	Jan 3, 2024

Fees & Funding

Tution & Application Fees

Year	Year 3	Year 4	Year 1	Year 2
Tuition Fees	₹1130454	₹1130454	₹4348078	₹4348078
Health Insurance	₹108089	₹108089	₹108089	₹108089
Books and supply	₹74601	₹74601	₹74601	₹74601
Miscellaneous expenses	₹572770	₹572770	₹572770	₹572770
Total Fees	₹1885913	₹1885913	₹5103537	₹5103537

Living Costs

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Room and Board	₹1762075.62
Personal expenses and travel	₹398369.34

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Candidates must have an equivalent bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
GPA of 3.0/4.0 [B+ Grade].

Indian Student Eligibility:

The minimum requirements are an overall average of 60% in each year, as well as in all prerequisite subjects.
Subjects must include mathematics, chemistry, and physics in Classes 11 and 12.
GPA of 3.0/4.0 [B Grade].

English Language proficiency:

Applicants from India, China, Vietnam, Philippines, and Pakistan should note that IELTS is the only proficiency score accepted by the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program.
Meeting the minimum English requirements does not guarantee admission. Students with higher English proficiency scores will receive priority in the admission assessment process.
Not all students will qualify for EAP-3106 in place of the required IELTS or TOEFL test scores.

Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 292 score for a better chance of admission.

The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide.

Scores Required

100 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

7 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

3 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

Required Document List

The Documents required are:

Online application form, including SEAS Supplemental form
College Transcripts - The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
Resume/CV - This provides a summary of the experience and skills of the student.

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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Amount	International Students Eligible	Application Deadline
VueVille Future Technology Scholarship	₹82890	Yes	N/A
Aga khan Foundation Scholarships	Variable	Yes	Mar 17, 2023
Axol Science Scholarship	₹165780	Yes	N/A
Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship	₹82890	No	N/A