MPA Admission
Apply to the
MPA Program
Take your next step toward your MPA.
Ready to lead, serve and spark change in your community? Applying to the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at UW-Green Bay is your next step—and this page will help you rise with confidence.
Choose Your Start Term
Because UW-Green Bay is transitioning to a new graduate application system, your application process depends on the term you plan to start. Choose your entry term below to find the right path forward. Application fees are non-refundable.
Fall 2026 Application
If you plan to begin the MPA program in Fall 2026, you’ll apply using the Universities of Wisconsin application.
- Applications close: Late August 2026
- Classes Begin: September 2, 2026
Spring 2027 Application
If you plan to start in Spring 2027 or any future term, you’ll apply through GradCas, UW-Green Bay’s new graduate application system.
- Applications open: April 20, 2026
- Classes Begin: January 25, 2027
Admission Requirements
To apply to the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program, you must meet the minimum requirements below.
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- A minimum of 3.0 GPA (grade point average) based on a 4.0 scale.
If you show strong potential but don't meet every requirement, you may still be considered for provisional admission. Your academic background and professional experience are reviewed as part of the admission decision. The GRE isn't required.
Applying to a Track
Some MPA students apply through a specific pathway based on their academic progress or professional experience.
Accelerated Track
If you're a UW-Green Bay undergraduate student, you may be eligible for the accelerated MPA track. To prepare for admission, you should have:
- PUB ADM 215: Introduction to Public and Nonprofit Service (a 3-credit undergraduate course)
- at least 53 undergraduate credits
Executive Track
Applicants for the MPA executive track should have 10 or more years of progressively responsible experience in the public or nonprofit sector.
International Students
This program is 100% online. International students are welcome to apply and enroll. However, you are unable to apply for an F-1 or J-1 visa based on enrollment in the program. In addition to the application materials, you will need to provide further documentation.
Have Questions?
Get guidance from program leadership. Professor David Helpap, MPA Chair, can help you understand admission requirements, choose the right pathway and move forward with confidence.