McCourt School of Public Policy
McCourt School of Public Policy

MPM How to Apply

To make applying as simple and straightforward as possible, here is everything you need to complete your application to the Master of Policy Management (MPM) program. The Office of Admissions can help during the application process should you have additional questions. 

RoundApplication DeadlineSupporting Materials Due*Estimated Decision ReleaseStudent Reply Deadline
Early Action DeadlineDecember 1December 6Mid-JanuaryApril 15
Priority DeadlineJanuary 15January 24Mid-MarchApril 20
Final DeadlineMarch 1March 1Mid-AprilMay 1

*Supporting materials are all documents included with your application that demonstrate your qualifications for admission such as academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, test scores, etc. 

Program Prerequisites

To be considered for admission, you must have at least five years of full-time professional work experience. There are no course prerequisites for this program. 

MPM-NUF Applicant Prerequisites

Applicants applying through the National Urban Fellows Program need to meet these prerequisites. 

MPM-NUF applicants must apply via the National Urban Fellows website no later than January 15, 2025.

Application Materials 

To be considered for admission to our program, you must submit all required materials. 

Required Materials

Optional Materials

Application Form

Applications are submitted through our online application portal.

Resume or CV

You must upload a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to your online application. Your resume should describe your work experience, extracurricular or volunteer activities, academic institutions attended, list of published work and any academic honors or awards. There is no page limit, though we recommend a one to two-page resume.

Academic Statement of Purpose

In no more than 500 words, explain what unique abilities you would bring to the program and how obtaining this degree will contribute to the attainment of your personal and professional goals. In addition, the statement should specify why you want to pursue your degree at the McCourt School and how that relates to your career. 

Diversity, Personal Background and Contributions Statement

Optional

As Georgetown is a diverse, global community, we encourage you to upload a brief statement of approximately 500 words to help the Admissions Committee understand the contribution your personal background would make to our community. As appropriate, you may wish to address any obstacles or challenges you have overcome; any educational, familial, cultural, economic and social experiences that have helped to shape your educational and professional goals; or how your background (e.g., first-generation student, resident outside the U.S.) or activities (e.g., community service and leadership) will contribute to the Georgetown community.

Academic Transcripts

Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended are required. Review the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences Transcript FAQs for more information.

Academic Transcript Submissions

An acceptable transcript is a copy of an official transcript produced by the institution, including:

We do not accept screenshots, photos or downloads of the “student’s view” from your institution’s website.

Non-U.S. College or University Academic Transcripts 

Applicants who have attended institutions outside of the United States are strongly encouraged to upload their transcripts in the form of World Education Services Credential Evaluations or to utilize other credential evaluation services that are members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. If the evaluation does not include a copy of the evaluated transcripts, you must upload both the transcripts from the institution and the credential evaluation as one document to the application.

Admitted Students 

If you receive an offer of admission, you are required to submit official transcripts, which are transcripts submitted directly to Georgetown University by the institution you attended, for verification before enrolling. Do not send electronic or paper copies of your official transcripts before receiving an offer of admission. Georgetown reserves the right to request any missing transcripts or an official copy of a transcript at any point during the application and/or admission process. Georgetown also reserves the right to withdraw any offer of admission already made if there is any discrepancy between a transcript uploaded in the application and the final official transcript received.

Letters of Recommendation

Three letters of recommendation are required. Typically, applicants submit at least one from an academic source and one from a professional, work-related source. Individual circumstances vary, so use your best judgment when choosing references. Each letter of recommendation should be submitted from your recommender’s professional email address and be on official letterhead.

The online application utilizes a secure online recommendation system which will:

If your reference cannot access the online recommendation, please contact mccourtadmissions@georgetown.edu for instructions.

Demonstration of English Language Proficiency 

All applicants to the McCourt School are required to demonstrate a level of proficiency in the English language sufficient to meet the admission requirement of the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Proficiency can be demonstrated by:

The TOEFL Special Home Edition and the IELTS Online version may be accepted for Fall 2025 admissions.

Submitting Your TOEFL or IELTS Scores 

Official TOEFL and/or IELTS scores must be received directly from the appropriate testing organization. Photocopied or faxed documents will not fulfill this requirement. 

Please contact mccourtadmissions@georgetown.edu if you have questions.

Non-Refundable Application Fee

Applicants must submit a $90.00 non-refundable fee payable by credit card at the time of application submission. You may be eligible for an application fee waiver.