Harvard Kennedy School

Admission standards and prerequisites for international applicants vary based on the chosen degree program:

• Master in Public Policy (MPP): Strong academic record and quantitative background; professional work experience preferred.
• Master in Public Administration (MPA): A bachelor's degree with a strong academic record alongside a minimum of three years of professional work experience.
• Master in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID): Rigorous coursework prerequisites including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and multivariable calculus.
• Application Documentation: Completed online application form, official academic transcripts, professional resume, application essays, and letters of recommendation.