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  • There is no typical Milano School student. The Master of Science in Urban Policy Analysis and Management is designed for people seeking to advance careers in the field and career changers, but applicants of all ages from all walks of life are welcome. The only prerequisite to apply is a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. You can take the program full-time or part-time. You may be able to transfer up to nine credits to the Milano School master's program for relevant graduate-level courses taken at this or another college or university.

    Applications are evaluated based on stated academic and career goals, moral commitment and civic engagement, and academic achievement. Your statement of purpose and letters of recommendation are carefully reviewed for evidence of interpersonal skills, maturity, and leadership potential, among other qualities. A decision to admit will reflect the committee's belief in your potential to successfully complete an advanced degree.

    We want to get to know you. You are invited to set an informal, informational one-on-one session with one of our admission counselors. It is an opportunity for you to share your passions and goals and learn more about the fit of our program.

    Priority Application Deadlines

    All application materials must be received in the Office of Admission by the deadline date for priority consideration.

    • February 15 for the following fall semester
    • November 1 for the following spring semester

    Final fall semester application deadline is May 5. There is rolling case-by-case evaluation of applications received after the final deadline.

    Plan ahead to meet the application deadline. It takes time for supporting documents such as official transcripts and reference letters to reach The New School. Your application will not be reviewed until all the required documents have been received by the Office of Admission.

    How to Apply

    Admission liaison, Sharon Greenidge, is available to assist you during the application process. Email your questions to her at greenids@newschool.edu.

    All applicants (except readmit, nondegree, and visiting) are required to use the online application. The application fee and most supporting documents can be submitted online with the application form. The online application form includes detailed instructions. For your convenience, you can also download the instructions in PDF format. Please read the instructions carefully before you fill out the application.

    Note: Former students seeking readmission, nondegree, or visiting students must contact the Office of Admission for instructions before proceeding.

    A complete MS in Urban Policy Analysis and Management application includes:

    • Application Fee: $50 nonrefundable
    • Official transcripts from every college or university previously attended, including documentation of undergraduate degree completion or U.S. equivalent
    • Statement of Purpose: a 1000-word explanation of your interest in and preparation for graduate study in urban policy analysis and management
    • A résumé or curriculum vitae
    • Two academic and/or professional letters of recommendation
    • Optional: An academic writing sample and Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are welcome but not required

    Any supporting documents not submitted online can be mailed to the Office of Admission accompanied by a Materials Cover Sheet.

    International Applicants and Others with Foreign Credentials

    See special requirements for English language proficiency and transcript evaluation.

    Cost and Financial Aid

    Go to Registrar for tuition and fees and Student Financial Services for estimated other costs of attendance. Speak to an admission counselor if you are concerned about costs. The New School will work with you to help you finance your graduate program. All accepted students are automatically considered for New School merit-based scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships.

    All U.S. citizens and permanent residents who file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are considered for loans and grants based on need. The New School's federal school code is 002780. You do not have to wait for an admission decision to file the FAFSA. You can file for the coming year beginning January 1.

    Additional Application Information

    Successful applicants will receive a letter of acceptance, which includes detailed information and instructions about financial aid, housing, tuition and fees, student visas (for nonresidents of the United States), and other matters.

    A decision to admit is always contingent upon the student's successful completion of any current studies and the receipt of a final transcript by the Admission Committee. An official final transcript must be on record before a student begins classes.

    All materials submitted in association with the application for admission become the property of The New School and cannot be returned to you or transmitted to a third party.

    Students who wish to apply to more than one graduate degree program at The New School must call the office of admission for instructions: 212.229.5150 or toll free at 800.292.3040.

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