Official GRE scores (Graduate Records Examination) or the GRE Waiver Request Form. The criteria to apply for the GRE Waiver is contingent upon successful completion of a Master’s degree or possession of a competitive undergraduate academic record. Applicants seeking to be considered for Graduate Assistantships should plan to attend full-time and are strongly encouraged to submit GRE scores. To expedite the score reporting process, ETS has assigned the School of Public Affairs the code 2027 as a unique identifier to be used by test takers to ensure the prompt reporting of official GRE scores directly to our Admissions office. For that purpose, test takers should choose this code or simply select the School of Public Affairs from the list of institutions provided. Remember, GRE scores are only valid for five years. In addition, we will accept either the GMAT or the LSAT as substitutes for the GRE. We encourage all applicants to adhere to the GRE requirement to remain competitive.
www.gre.org
For GRE testing, registration information and preparation materials click the link above or call 1-800-GRE-CALL (1-800-473-2255).
www.ets.org
ETS is the official administrator of the GRE and the world's largest private educational measurement organization. To learn more about ETS click the link above or call 1-609-921-9000.
Applicants to the Executive MPA Program must have a minimum of 3-5 years professional management experience. Applicants must complete the Work Experience Form, found on page 21 of the Graduate Application. In addition, please note the GRE is not required for admission into the Executive MPA Program.
The following items may be required of international applicants in addition to the application. Please read the following descriptions carefully to determine whether these additional items are applicable.
1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
If English is not your first language and your undergraduate and/or graduate degree was obtained in a country where English is not the official language, you will be required to submit an official TOEFL score. TOEFL scores are only valid for 2 years. You may request that your score be sent directly to Baruch College by using the code 2027, or selecting Baruch College from the list of institutions provided. For more information visit www.toefl.org or e-mail toefl@ets.org.
2. Transcripts & Translations
We require that you submit your original official transcripts and letters of recommendation. If your letters of recommendation are written in a language other than English, a Certified Translation should accompany them. Your undergraduate/graduate degree must be recognized as equal to a regionally accredited U.S. Bachelor's or Master's Degree. This is especially significant when applying for the GRE waiver, where obtaining an equivalent gpa or Master's degree is critical.
3. Financial Documentation for F-1 and J-1 Visa
In order to obtain a F-1 Student Visa or a J-1 Exchange Student Visa, please complete the International Student Supplement and submit all required documentation. These include a Declaration and Certification of Finances and an Affidavit of Support, among other items.
In addition to the overall Admissions requirements, each applicant must have earned a Master's Degree since this is a post-Masters program. A 3.0 minimum gpa earned on in the graduate degree and 3 or more years of full-time teaching and/or school-based work experience is mandatory. Applicants without a Master's degree must complete the MSEd before being recommended for SBL or SDL certification.
