Admission Standards and Procedures

The Certificate in Local Government Management can be pursued concurrently with other graduate programs at the university. The Department of Public and Nonprofit Administration admits students for fall, spring, and summer semesters each academic year, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Admission standards for the Graduate Certificate in Local Government Management are: 

1. Fulfillment of university requirements for admission to the Graduate School. 

2. A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 

Applicants must also provide the following documents to be considered for admission to the program:  

1. Transcripts of all post-secondary institutions attended. 

2. A personal statement that discusses career goals and educational objectives. 

3. A current resume or CV 

4. Contact information for at least two references who will be asked to provide letters of recommendation.  

Meeting the minimum departmental standards does not entitle an applicant to admission. Meeting such standards only ensures consideration of the application.  

Inquiries can be directed to mpa_admissions@memphis.edu.

Program Requirements

Successful completion of 15 hours of graduate credit. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.0. Nine of the 15 hours must be met by satisfactory completion of three core courses.