Application Checklist
View the NYU Wagner Application Checklist to review application deadlines and other checklist items for domestic and international applicants.
What is the application process for a merit-based scholarship?
You should complete the application process as early as possible (by the first deadline). As long as all required materials are received and an application package is deemed complete, you will be given priority consideration for all available merit-based scholarships (and fellowships).
What are the application deadlines?
Please review our Application Timetable for all degree program deadlines.
How many credits must I complete to obtain a Public and Nonprofit Management and Policy Master's Degree at NYU Wagner?
You must complete 45 credits. Most full-time students take 12 credits per semester. Most part-time students take 6 credits per semester. You can also take January term and summer term courses.
Am I eligible for the Goldberg Fellowship?
If you are pursuing full-time enrollment in the MUP or MPA programs, then you are eligible. You will be considered if you submit the additional fellowship essay (in "Financial Aid" section of application) along with your full application by the fellowship deadline.
Where can I learn more about visa requirements?
Upon admission, NYU's Office of Global Services (OGS) will be able to assist you with further instructions to clarify the process.
How does Wagner consider applicants? What are the admissions criteria?
The mission of the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service is to educate leaders in the field of public service. During the admissions review process we look to identify individuals we believe will make contributions to the leadership of domestic and international nonprofit, social policy, health, urban planning and public organizations.
What is the tuition amount for NYU Wagner?
You can learn more about tuition, other fees, and estimated cost of attendance here.
What is the late policy on submitting test scores?
You are welcome to submit your GRE/GMAT and/or TOEFL/IELTS score report(s) after the deadline, but please note that we cannot guarantee that materials received after the application deadline will be included for review.
Where can I view the schedule of upcoming NYU Wagner Idealist Grad Fairs?
Join us at the Idealist Grad Fair nearest you to learn about NYU Wagner's graduate programs, speak with Admissions representatives, and discover the impact you could have in the field of public service.
Are students given any opportunities to work with professors?
Students may have the opportunity to work with faculty through research projects or as a graduate assistant.
I applied to NYU Wagner, when will I know about any scholarships that I may receive?
You will receive information about any award you receive when we send out decision letters in March. These scholarships are the only awards Wagner coordinates and provides to students.