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What was the application process like? If you don't mind sharing, what did yours look like (GPA, GRE score, experience, etc)? How is the affordability in DC?

Has anyone heard much about Arizona State's School of Public Affairs? Are admissions tough? What is the school like, etc? Any help would be greatly appreciated!! :mrgreen:

Hey all - I am going to start the process of applying for some MPP programs to attend in Fall of 2010. As a part of this, I have started to study for the GRE. Standardized tests aren't really my strong point, especially when there will be words on the test I have never heard of before - AKA, I am scared to death of not doing well and not being accepted into a program I want to be. Perhaps answers to these questions will help ease my tension: 1. Is the GRE mainly used to compensate for someone whose application may not be strong? 2. If the application is strong aside from the GRE score, will admission be denied? 3. I found this statistic from the NASPAA website (direct link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/sr.aspx?sm=cwOmCniQQCR_2bkI1C50dEG9OqAMjcXjukcg5F5zz4Mbo_3d) It ranks how much importance admissions places on different aspects. 1 (most) 2 3 4 5 (least) GRE Score 16.2% (21) 23.8% (31) 20.0% (26) 11.5% (15) 28.5% (37) Have you found this to be true? That most schools don't place much emphasis on the GRE score? If so, what constitutes a high GRE score for an MPP program?

There is a list on the AmeriCorps website that has which schools double the AmeriCorps educational award.

Hahaha, yes that's what I mean. Sorry, I wrote that late last night.

Hey all- After a lot of thought, and suffering through an LSAT exam, I have decided that based on my interests and passions, getting a MMP would help satisfy what I want to do for my career. A little about me: I graduate this spring (on Friday!) from a USNWR ranked Jesuit college. I received a 3.66 GPA with majors in Economics and International Business. I also received a certificate in Service Leadership, which requires students to complete 300 hours of community service, attend 24 leadership workshop and take 5 social science classes. I served/volunteered as a tutoring coordinator for 1.5 years and interned at an on campus position for a year. I am currently looking for some type of employment. I plan to take the GRE in the fall. With this being said, I was wondering what else is needed to get into a reputable MMP school. Should I wait a little longer and get my work experience. If so, where should I look for employment that will help in admissions? I am new to the searching of schools and any advice on this matter would be awesome!