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The UConn School of Public Policy welcomes applicants to our programs for the 2024-2025 academic year.


In keeping with our commitment to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, cultural background, religion, or beliefs.

Application Deadlines

Fall Admissions


Priority decision: Feb. 15
Final deadline: May 15

Spring Admissions


Final deadline: Nov. 1
(MPP applications not accepted for spring)

Fast-Track Program


Rolling admissions

Application Instructions

Graduate Degree Programs

Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Master of Public Policy (MPP)

MPA and MPP applications are completed through the Graduate School’s Online Application.


Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit the following materials:

  • Unofficial transcripts for all college-level studies regardless of if a degree was awarded.
    • If the applicant is admitted, they must send official transcripts.
    • Email official transcripts to gradadmissions@uconn.edu or mail them to: University of Connecticut, Whetten Graduate School, 438 Whitney Road Extension, Unit 1152, Storrs, CT 06269-1152.
  • A current resume.
  • A 2-3 page double-spaced personal statement explaining your interest in your intended program, why you are pursuing said program, and how this program can help you reach your career goals.
  • Two letters of recommendation. For current and recent undergraduates, it is recommended that your letters are from recent professors. Letters can be uploaded directly to the application or emailed to publicpolicy@uconn.edu by the recommender only.
  • A one-time online application fee of $75. Some applicants may qualify for a fee waiver, which they should secure prior to paying the application fee.
  • Students whose primary language is not English must also show evidence of proficiency in the English language. For more information and waiver options, please visit the Graduate School's website.

The GRE is not required; however, the admissions committee will be looking for evidence that the applicant can successfully complete all necessary coursework, which requires strong writing and analytic/quantitative skills. If an applicant’s record of prior coursework does not demonstrate these abilities, the applicant might benefit from submitting GRE scores or having recommendation writers specifically address such skills in their letters. For questions about the GRE please email us at publicpolicy@uconn.edu.

Note: If you are applying by February 15 and wish to be considered for a graduate assistantship (GA), please select “Yes” for the question “Are you applying for a GA/Fellowship” in the survey section of the application.

MPA Executive Track (Fellows)

MPA Fellows applications are completed through the Graduate School’s Online Application. In the "Enrollment Cohort" section of the application, please indicate that you are applying to the Executive Track (Fellows) program.


Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit the following materials:

  • Unofficial transcripts for all college-level studies regardless of if a degree was awarded.
    • If the applicant is admitted, they must send official transcripts.
    • Email official transcripts to gradadmissions@uconn.edu or mail them to: University of Connecticut, Whetten Graduate School, 438 Whitney Road Extension, Unit 1152, Storrs, CT 06269-1152.
  • A current resume.
    • Applicants need to have at least five years of relevant professional experience, three of which are in some sort of leadership or management capacity. Please contact publicpolicy@uconn.edu with eligibility questions.
  • A 2-3 page double-spaced personal statement explaining your interest in your intended program, why you are pursuing said program, and how this program can help you reach your career goals.
  • Students whose primary language is not English must also show evidence of proficiency in the English language. For more information and waiver options, please visit the Graduate School's website.
  • One letter of recommendation is required, though applicants can submit more than one. The recommendation can be uploaded directly to the application or emailed to publicpolicy@uconn.edu by the recommender only. Be sure to select "Executive Track" in the enrollment cohort section. To have another letter of recommendation added, please email publicpolicy@uconn.edu.
  • A one-time online application fee of $75. Some applicants may qualify for a fee waiver, which they should secure prior to paying the application fee.

The GRE is not required.

    Master of Arts in Survey Research and Data Analysis (SRDA)

    Applications are no longer being accepted effective fall 2024.

    MA applications are completed through the Graduate School’s Online Application.


    Application Requirements

    Applicants are required to submit the following materials:

    • Unofficial transcripts for all college-level studies regardless of if a degree was awarded.
      • If the applicant is admitted, they must send official transcripts.
      • Email official transcripts to gradadmissions@uconn.edu or mail them to: University of Connecticut, Whetten Graduate School, 438 Whitney Road Extension, Unit 1152, Storrs, CT 06269-1152.
    • A current resume.
    • A 2-3 page double-spaced personal statement explaining your interest in your intended program, why you are pursuing said program, and how this program can help you reach your career goals.
    • Three letters of recommendation are required. For current and recent undergraduates it is recommended that two letters of recommendation are from recent professors. Letters can be uploaded directly to the application or emailed to publicpolicy@uconn.edu by the recommender only.
    • A one-time online application fee of $75. Some applicants may qualify for a fee waiver, which they should secure prior to paying the application fee.
    • The GRE is not required.
    • Students whose primary language is not English must also show evidence of proficiency in the English language. For more information and waiver options, please visit the Graduate School's website.

    Graduate Certificates

    Graduate certificate applications are completed through the Graduate School’s Online Application.


    Application Requirements
    • Unofficial transcripts for all college-level studies regardless of if a degree was awarded.
      • If the applicant is admitted, they must send official transcripts.
      • Email official transcripts to gradadmissions@uconn.edu or mail them to: University of Connecticut, Whetten Graduate School, 438 Whitney Road Extension, Unit 1152, Storrs, CT 06269-1152.
    • A current resume.
    • A 2-3 page double-spaced personal statement explaining your interest in your intended program, why you are pursuing said program, and how this program can help you reach your career goals.
    • Two letters of recommendation are required for the Graduate Certificates Public Financial Management, Leadership and Public Management, Nonprofit Management, and Survey Research. Recommendations can be uploaded directly to the application or emailed to publicpolicy@uconn.edu by the recommender only.
    • A one-time online application fee of $75. Some applicants may qualify for a fee waiver, which they should secure prior to paying the application fee.
    • The GRE is not required.
    • Students whose primary language is not English must also show evidence of proficiency in the English language. For more information and waiver options, please visit the Graduate School's website.

    Undergraduate Programs

    Fast-Track Program (for current UConn undergraduate students)

    UConn undergraduate fast-track applications are available through the Graduate School’s Online Application. The Public Policy Fast-Track application is available under "UConn Accelerated UG to Grad." This application does not require a fee or test scores.


    Application Requirements
    • Unofficial transcripts for all college-level studies regardless of if a degree was awarded. If the applicant transferred from another institution prior to attending UConn they need to submit those transcripts.
    • A current resume.
    • A 2-3 page double-spaced personal statement explaining your interest in your intended program, why you are pursuing said program, and how this program can help you reach your career goals.

    Fast-Track applications are accepted on a rolling basis with students beginning coursework in either fall or spring.

    Information for Additional Audiences

    Current UConn Graduate Students Applying to a Public Policy Graduate Program

    Current UConn graduate students do not pay the application fee. The fee is automatically waived. If you applied to UConn as a graduate student for the fall 2019 semester or later, please email publicpolicy@uconn.edu for further instructions to reduce the number of components you need to resubmit.

    Individuals Interested in Non-Degree Registration

    Prior to formally applying, students can take up to six credits (equivalent to two courses) as a non-degree student. If they earn a B- or better, this coursework can be applied toward a degree program if the course was taken within six years of degree application. Non-degree students must complete a bachelor’s degree prior to registration. Please take the following steps to register: