Skip to content

Online Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.): Admission Requirements

Admissions Estimator Tool

Take the First Step Toward Success

Accurate Results

Easy to Use

Wondering what your odds are for admission? Whether you’re applying to college for the first time or haven’t been a student in years, college admissions anxiety can be overwhelming. We’re on a mission to remove the guesswork from the application process so you can make key decisions about your future with confidence. Start by picking a program of interest to see your likelihood of acceptance.

Enrollment counselors are available to support you through the admissions process so you can reach your potential, achieve your educational goals and accelerate your career. If you have questions or prefer to apply over the phone, give us a call at 855-805-5399.

Calculate Your Chances For Admission

Get Your Results in 3 Easy Steps

Use our Admissions Estimator to see how you measure up against our general admissions criteria for your program of interest.*

Step 1 of 3

Calculate Your Chances For Admission

Share Your Academic Experience

Choose from the available selections to complete the admissions criteria questions.

Step 2 of 3

Are you a transfer Student?

Yo

Based on your responses to the previous questions, here is how you measure up to the admissions requirements.

Admission Requirements

Online Application Form:Apply Now
Online Application Fee:$50
Degree and Minimum GPA:A four-year baccalaureate degree, a professional degree or an appropriate alternative degree from a regionally or internationally accredited college or university and a 3.0 GPA
Transcripts:Provide official transcripts from all accredited educational institutions attended
Other Requirements:Three letters of recommendation and a statement of purpose

Get in Touch

We are here to answer any questions you may have. Contact an enrollment counselor at 855-805-5399 or complete the request for information form and we will be in touch.

Transfer Credit

The online M.P.A. program allows up to 15 credit hours from previous graduate coursework to be transferred into EOU. We offer a free transfer credit review. To learn more, contact an enrollment counselor at 855-805-5399.

Enrollment Level by Student’s Credit Hours

Student LevelFull timeHalf timeLess than half time
Undergraduate12 or more6-81-5
Post-baccalaureate12 or more6-81-5
Graduate9 or more5-61-4

Full time enrollment is defined as 12 credit hours per term for undergraduates, and 9 or more credit hours per term for graduate students.

Students who plan to attend half time should contact the financial aid office before the beginning of their term to have their aid revised.

When to Apply

Applying to Eastern Oregon University is simple — you will create an EOU Online account and submit your application online. Then, watch for email updates about your application status and keep in touch with support teams ready to answer your questions.

Upcoming Application Deadlines

Winter 2025

December 1

Spring 2025

March 1

The Office of Admissions is happy to help if you have questions. Simply call 855-805-5399 or email.