Students without prior work experience in an administrative capacity will be required to satisfy this condition through an internship. All applicants to the MPA program must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. Before making a decision about admission to the program, further information may be requested, which might include additional documentation or an interview in person or by telephone. Non-matriculated students may take up to nine credits of MPA coursework, after which they must meet the requirements for matriculation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for the Fall, Spring and Summer semester.
Early application is encouraged.
Online cohorts start two times per year, in the fall and the spring. Marist College 3399 North Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-1387 Complete application files with all supporting materials will be forwarded to the MPA admission's committee for review. Candidates will be contacted for an interview with the Director of the program and informed in writing of an acceptance decision shortly thereafter. All Rights Reserved.