Applying: Master of Public Policy REQUEST MORE INFO PROGRAM FAQS Admissions & Aid Applying to Batten Applying to Graduate Programs Applying to the Master of Public Policy Application Information The Master of Public Policy is a two-year, full-time graduate program. Students must complete 49 credits, as well as a summer internship between the first and second year. The curriculum consists of ten three-credit core courses: analysis, leadership, foundations and contexts, and experiential. All application materials for admission must be submitted by the corresponding deadline by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. We know the global pandemic has presented students with a unique set of challenges as they contemplate their future academic path. In this particular moment, ethical, resilient, solutions-oriented policy leaders are needed more than ever. Batten is committed to fostering an intellectual community that is innovative, inclusive, and equitable. In this spirit, the application fee has been waived for all applicants to Batten programs for the 2020-21 academic year. Applications for Fall 2021 entry open September 1. Join the Charge APPLY NOW ROUND 1 Application Deadline: January 15, 2021 Decisions Released: March 5, 2021 Admitted Students Weekend: March 26-27, 2021 Deposit Deadline: April 15, 2021 ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS Students with an undergraduate degree ROUND 2 Application Deadline: March 26, 2021 Round 2 decisions/deposits will be on rolling basis Admissions contact Jeff Chidester Executive Director of External Affairsjchidester@virginia.edu Application Materials Resume or Curriculum Vitae You will be prompted to upload this document in the online application. A Word or PDF document is recommended. Four Mandatory Essays What is the motivation behind your decision to pursue the Batten MPP? Please indicate your interest in addressing one or more policy areas or societal issues. What work, activity, or educational experiences have best equipped you for graduate studies in leadership and public policy? (Please limit your answer to 500 words) What do you see as your greatest personal strengths? What are your biggest personal limitations or opportunities for personal growth? (Please limit your answer to 250 words) Describe a time when you faced a significant failure or setback in something you were trying to accomplish and how you dealt with it. (Please limit your answer to 250 words) One of our aims is to enhance students’ abilities to lead in a diverse and divided world. Tell us about a time you had to work across lines of difference to improve some outcome. (Please limit your answer to 250 words) Two Letters of Recommendation You are required to submit two letters of recommendation. Your recommenders must submit their letters of recommendation via the online application module. There will be more instructions regarding letters of recommendation within the application itself. Optional Test Scores For the 2020-2021 application cycle, the Batten School has removed the standardized test requirement. If you have already taken the GRE (or, for dual degree applicants, the GMAT or LSAT), you are welcome to submit your scores if you believe they provide another useful data point for your application. Unofficial Transcripts Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded directly to your online application. Should you gain acceptance to the MPP program, a required official transcript will be requested at that time. Optional Application Addendum There is no penalty for not submitting an application addendum! However, some applicants may have additional information that would be useful for the admissions committee to consider. Feel free to amplify the positive dimensions of your background that are not covered in other parts of this application. Similarly, you may wish to put some seemingly negative information in your application into context. Please format this application addendum as a letter to the admissions committee, not to exceed one page. In-State Tuition Status If you believe you qualify for in-state Virginian status, you must apply directly with UVA’s Provost Office using the following link. Go to the Applications tab and choose Batten School of Leadership & Public Policy and follow the submission guidelines on the form. If you have any questions, please direct them to the contact listed on the form. The Provost’s Office will be in communication with the Batten School once they have reviewed your residency application. Dual Degree Applicants If you are applying for any of the five dual degrees that we offer, remember that you must apply to and gain admission to both schools separately. LEARN MORE International Applicants International applicants are required to provide additional information when applying to the Batten School. LEARN MORE