rcarvano

Yeah I had all materials in by January 15th. I updated my resume and transcript before it was sent over. Could not convey how nervous I am.

For anyone who applied to GW for MPA or MPP when are you expecting to hear back? I think I made a good case for myself (2nd post is my criteria) just getting nervous!

I really appreciate that! Thanks for the direction.

Anyone applying to GWU MPA/Trachtenberg in general? Just wanted thoughts on your experience with applying so far! Also was wondering if anyone knew the general GPA range I should be in for MPA programs in general. Very new to this process and really could not find the info online.

Program Applied To (MPA, MPP, IR, etc.): MPASchools Applied To: GWU TRACHTENBERG, LIU POSTSchools Admitted To: LIU POSTSchools Rejected From: N/AStill Waiting: GWUUndergraduate Institution: University of DelawareUndergraduate GPA: 3.64Undergraduate Major: Public Policy and Administration GRE Quantitative/Verbal/AW Scores: None Submitted/None Required Years Out of Undergrad (if applicable): N/AYears of Work Experience: 3Describe Relevant Work Experience: Held a Senate internship with the office of Senator Cruz for 4 months as a legislative intern. Worked on government contracts with a consulting firm for 4 months. Current teacher's assistant at the University of Delaware for an undergrad law class. Volunteered for a congressional campaign while in High School. Strength of SOP (be honest, describe the process, etc): Strong, described my merits. Went into detail about how growing up during Hurricane Sandy and having financial struggles has created a deep connection that reflects in my research and work. I also highlight my public service background and how I have set myself up, through networks, to work on the hill if accepted and enrolled. Strength of LOR's (be honest, describe the process, etc): Very Strong. Received one from the woman who works for my current institution's MPA program as well as the director of economic development for Chuck Schumer. Other: Was just curious about my gpa and other considerations. Unlike undergrad I feel like there is no clear bar to reach or pass other than some info GW lists. For example, GW states that it generally accepts those with a 3.5 or higher and also lists itself as competitive. Of course I have no way of knowing what the pool of applicants looks like, but was just curious if anyone had insights on my professional and academic background compared with the standards of GW.