HPA Graduate Admission Requirements for U.S. Citizens & Permanent Residents
In This Section:
Graduate Degrees in Health Policy and Administration viewbook- Doctoral (Ph.D.) Degree Program
- Master of Science (MS)
- Master of Health Administration (MHA) Program
- Theses of Recent Graduates
- Admission Requirements and Procedures
- Financial Aid and Tuition
- Graduate School and Living at PSU
- About Penn State
- About State College, PA
U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents wishing to apply to the graduate degree programs should submit the following information, in order to be considered for admission to the respective program.
Suggested Grade Point Average (GPA) and Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores
Most students admitted for graduate study in the Department of Health Policy and Administration have a GPA greater than 3.2, and GRE scores above 600 on each test or GMAT score above 550 (for MHA candidates) . Please understand that these are typical grades and scores; they do not guarantee admission.
What to submit
- Completed Graduate School Application
- Standardized test scores as required (GRE for MS/PhD/MHA or GMAT for MHA)
using the following:
- Institution Code & Name 2660 Pennsylvania ST U University Park
- Department Code & Name 0607 copy for Health Science Administration
- Two official transcripts from each institution attended. (download a Transcript Request Form)
- Supplemental application for Health Policy and Administration
(MHA Application / MS/PhD Application) - Letters of recommendation (MHA template / MS/PhD template).
Application Deadline
Our application deadline is February 1. Although we may continue to accept applications after February 1, prospective students who submit their applications by this date will improve their chances of admission and financial aid.