密苏里大学哥伦比亚分校公共事务专业

Transcript: Transcripts of all previous college or university education:Upload unofficial transcripts in your online application.If you are accepted by the department, you will be asked to provide official transcripts to the MU Office of Graduate Studies. Curriculum Vitae: Resume is required. Personal Statement: Statement of Interest Include:why you wish to pursue an MPA;a brief biographical statement;a description of volunteer and leadership experiences;an explanation of lapses in employment or schooling;any other information you feel might support your application. Recommendation Letter: Three Letters of Recommendation:You can send requests for recommendations to your letter writers through the online application system.At least two letters should come from academic sources for applicants interested in an assistantship or fellowship. Statement of Career Eligibility: Statement of Career Eligibility (required for professionals applying for the mid-career and mid-career online options):Describe your professional experience as it is related to public affairs and how you have progressed in the field (250-350 words). Examples of topics to address include:positions you’ve held and for how long (include full-time and part-time work and internships); duties you performed and responsibilities held in each position;how you’ve progressed in terms of promotion or increased responsibilities so far in your career;a reflection on how your work experience relates to the field of public affairs;what each experience taught you about public service. Applicants are only eligible for the mid-career and mid-career online option if they have more than three years of progressively responsible experience related to public affairs.