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Transcript: Transcripts from each college or university that you have attended Curriculum Vitae: Résumé or curriculum vitae Personal Statement: Personal statement The personal statement should be no more than 500 words or 2 double-spaced pages and should answer the question,"Why do you want an MPA?" You may wish to describe your reasons for pursuing graduate studies in public administration, your career aspirations, your special interests within your field, and any unusual features of your background that might need explanation or be of interest to your program's admissions committee. When evaluating the personal statement, the graduate admissions committee assesses commitment to public and/or nonprofit administration as well as ability to communicate in writing. Recommendation Letter: Two letters of recommendation The letters should be from individuals who know you in a professional capacity, such as professors, work supervisors, and professionals from organizations where you have serviced as a volunteer or in another capacity. When evaluating the letters of recommendation, the graduate admissions committee looks for evidence of academic achievement, community involvement, and personal characteristics that suggests the capacity to foster an institutional culture that advances democratic administration and governance. Other Documents for International Students: International Student Financial Statement (ISFS) form Supporting financial documentation (such as bank statements, scholarship or sponsor letters, etc.)