Academic Eligibility:

• An undergraduate major in political science, other social science or business, or substantial background in relevant disciplines
• GPA of 2.75+/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 Class 11 and 12.
• GPA of 2.75+/4.0 [B Grade].

English Language proficiency:

• For non-native speakers of English, a TOEFL score of 20 for each section of the iBT;
• An IELTS score of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0, or a previous degree earned from an accredited U.S. institution subject to departmental standards.

Murray State MPA graduates are employed in federal, state and local government offices as well as non-profit organizations and for-profit firms. Our graduates are making a difference every day in the following careers:  

• City manager
• Human resource director
• Public works director
• Economic developer or manager 
• Government administrator 
• Healthcare administrator 
• Police chief
• City Planner
• University administrator
• CEO of a charitable organization
• Military officer