Executive Public Administration (MPA)
Cornell University · Ithaca, United States
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Cornell University · Ithaca, United States
Executive Public Administration (MPA)
Postgraduate · Social
About this programme
The Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) program at the Cornell Brooks School offers a comprehensive and dynamic learning experience designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of public administration. Spanning 36 credits over 18 months, this program combines online coursework with residential experiences to provide a well-rounded education. Students learn through asynchronous and synchronous online coursework, with two different week-long in person sessions available on Cornell University’s campus in Ithaca, NY. The program’s structure is designed to accommodate busy professionals, with an average study commitment of 18-20 hours per week.
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Social
- English
- IELTS 7
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- Fall
Entry requirements
Each application is reviewed holistically and in the context of the overall applicant pool for that admission cycle. To be considered for admission, applicants must submit a complete application package as outlined below. Transcripts from all colleges or universities attended Two letters of recommendation Resume Statement of purpose TOEFL or IELTS scores, if applicable Visit the Graduate School Admissions site for details on the English language proficiency requirement, including standing exemptions. Office of the University Registrar Address Cornell University 245 Day Hall, Ithaca, NY 14850 Email univreg@cornell.edu Phone Number Phone: 607.255.4232 Fax Number Fax: 607.255.6262 Enrollment Admissions Bursar <a href="https://fi
Visa
- Visa required
- F-1 Academic Student
- Application fee
- USD 185 (MRV application fee)
- Processing time
- 4 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (6)
- AAUW International FellowshipsFully funded · Deadline November each year
- Fulbright Foreign Student ProgramFully funded · Varies by country, typically February-October
- Hubert Humphrey Fellowship ProgramFully funded · Varies by country, typically May-August
- Smithsonian Institution FellowshipsFully funded · Varies: most November
- Boren FellowshipsPartial funding · Deadline 2027-01-20
- P.E.O. International Peace ScholarshipPartial funding · Deadline 2026-12-15