Program Description

The Capital Campus's graduate programs in Public Policy and Administration prepare future leaders to address the complex issues that face California. We serve the State and the region by developing leaders with strong analytical tools and a deep commitment to public service. Graduates of our graduate programs are expected to have the ability to: 1) synthesize, analyze, and offer solutions to public policy and administration problems; 2) apply knowledge and skills in a professional setting; and 3) recognize the role of the profession in society.

Admission Requirements

Admission to classified standing in the program requires:

• the baccalaureate degree;
• a GPA of 2.75 for all undergraduate coursework or in the last 60 units;
• results of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test; the department chair may waive this requirement for an applicant with at least five years of professional experience in the area of public policy and administration;
• a written statement of purpose from one to two pages in length (typewritten), addressing the applicant's purpose in pursuing the Master of Public Policy and Administration;
• three letters of recommendation from individuals with knowledge of the applicant's academic and professional potential.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5

Remarks:

• Score reporting required.
• Total 30 Credit course(Yearly fee given)
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $29,300.