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Classes are typically held in the evening to accommodate working professionals, with most beginning at either 4:55 PM or 6:45 PM. Some core courses are also offered during the day. Additionally, select electives or elective sections may be offered on an intensive basis on Fridays or Saturdays.
The majority of courses for our on-campus programs are held at the NYU Wagner building located at 105 E. 17th Street, New York, NY, 10003.
The time to complete the MPA or MUP program depends on your enrollment status. Full-time students starting in the fall can finish in as little as two years, while part-time students typically complete the program within three to four years.
Students come to NYU Wagner from across the country and around the globe, bringing professional experience from every corner of the public service landscape. Learn more about the vibrant NYU Wagner community.
NYU Wagner student organizations provide diverse social, educational, and professional opportunities for students. They operate under the umbrella of the Wagner Student Association (WSA), the representative body for students. You can view a comprehensive list of our student groups.
NYU has very limited graduate housing. Therefore, we suggest our students considering finding housing within the city, and our Office of Off-Campus Housing has extensive resources to help you with your search.
We do not offer a standalone undergraduate program. However, NYU Wagner partners with NYU’s College of Arts and Science (CAS) to offer undergraduate major in Public Policy. To pursue this major, you must first be admitted to CAS through NYU’s undergraduate admissions process. If you are interested in learning more about NYU undergraduate admissions, please contact the NYU Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
For more information about NYU Wagner's major and minor offerings for enrolled NYU undergraduates, visit: https://wagner.nyu.edu/undergrad/
NYU Wagner classes, faculty and administrative offices, and events are located at 105 East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003.
Yes! You can request a phone/Zoom conversation or coffee meeting with a current student or alumnus.
Yes! Around 40% of incoming Wagner students study part-time while working full- or part-time. Many students shift from full-time to part-time enrollment as they secure jobs, often with support from our career services team. However, certain programs, such as the MS in Public Policy, are intensive full-time programs where working is not recommended.
To determine whether full- or part-time study is the best fit for you, we encourage you to join an NYU Wagner event and hear directly from current students who balance work and school.
Students may have the opportunity to work with faculty through research projects or as a teaching assistant. Generally, if such a position is needed, the faculty member will conduct a search for qualified students, or they will post a position through the Wagner Career Directory maintained by Wagner's Office of Career Services.
Our office is located at 105 E 17th Street, New York, NY. If you’d like to meet with an admissions counselor, please schedule an appointment in advance—we are unable to accommodate walk-ins. You’re also welcome to join us for an upcoming Open House, Coffee Chat, or Information Session. You can register through our website.
Yes, the majority of our classes are held in the evening to accommodate working professionals, with most beginning at either 4:55 PM or 6:45 PM. Some core courses are also offered during the day. Additionally, select electives or elective sections may be offered on an intensive basis on Fridays or Saturdays.
NYU Wagner Office of Admissions hosts events throughout the year to offer you the opportunity to learn more about the NYU Wagner experience, community, admissions process, and more. To view the complete schedule of upcoming admissions events, please visit the Admissions Events page.
Please review our Application Timetable for all degree program deadlines and decision dates.
Letters of recommendation should be written by people who know you well and who have been responsible for evaluating your academic or professional work. Professors and workplace supervisors are both appropriate. Get some tips from our admissions team.
The GRE or GMAT is optional for admission into most of NYU Wagner's master's-level programs. However, the GRE or GMAT is required for those applying to the PhD in Public Administration and strongly encouraged for the Master of Science in Public Policy (MSPP) program.
Whether you choose to submit scores is entirely up to you. Many of our merit-based aid recipients do submit GRE/GMAT scores, as they provide an additional data point that can help us assess academic potential. While we encourage applicants to prepare for and take the GRE/GMAT to strengthen their application, it is not a requirement.
Application requirements vary by degree program but generally include an online application, essays, resume, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. Some programs may also require standardized test scores or additional essays.
For a detailed list of requirements for each program, please view the Application Checklists.
You are required to submit both the official transcript and its English translation. If the institution you attend/attended does not provide an English translation with the official transcript, you must obtain a certified English translation before submitting your application.
Following these steps will ensure the validity of your transcript:
Learn more about the admissions process for international students.
If your undergraduate or graduate degree was taught entirely in English, you are not required to submit a TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test score.
However, if your degree was not taught in English, you must demonstrate English language proficiency in one of the following ways:
Please note: Test scores must be no more than two years old at the time of application submission.
If you wish to reapply for a future semester, you will need to submit new letters of recommendation to accompany your new application. We ask you to submit new letters to ensure that your application reflects your most recent and relevant experience.
You may be eligible for an application fee waiver if you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you are a member or alum of an affiliated organization listed above, please select your affiliation within the "Wagner Community" section of the application.
Important Instructions:
You will be notified by the Admissions Office regarding the status of your application fee waiver request. Do not pay the application fee until you receive further instructions from the Admissions Office regarding your request. We cannot refund the application fee if you pay it before your waiver has been approved.
Your fee waiver request will be reviewed after your application is submitted. You will then be notified of a decision by e-mail.
Work experience is not required for the Master of Public Administration (MPA) or Master of Urban Planning (MUP) programs, though we strongly prefer applicants with at least two years of relevant professional experience. This experience can include full-time or part-time roles, internships, or volunteer work. Students without two years of degree-relevant experience must complete the Professional Experience Requirement (PER).
The MS in Public Policy (MSPP) program is designed for early-career professionals with 2–5 years of experience or recent graduates with significant internship experience. All MSPP students complete a required internship during the spring semester through a course called The Practice of Work.
The Executive MPA (EMPA) program requires at least seven years of professional experience, including demonstrated growth in management and leadership roles.
We offer a number of competitive scholarships to help finance your degree. All full-time and part-time applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarship. In addition, assistantships, and fellowship opportunities are available to support your studies.
To learn more about these opportunities, please visit our financial aid page.
Yes. Incoming full-time students applying to the MPA or MUP programs can be considered for Graduate Assistant (GA) positions by indicating interest on their application and applying by the Early Action deadline. These positions offer partial tuition remission, a stipend, and up to 20 hours of work per week for one academic year.
If you are awarded a scholarship by NYU Wagner, you will typically receive notification within 24–48 hours of receiving your acceptance decision. Application and decision notification dates can be found here and are updated periodically.
We also encourage you to explore additional funding opportunities, especially those offered through local organizations, community foundations, or professional associations, which can be a valuable source of support. To learn more about scholarships and other financial aid, click here.
Yes, NYU Wagner provides a range of financial aid opportunities, including merit-based scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships. You can find out about these opportunities, along with federal financial aid programs, on our website.
Merit-based scholarships do not require a separate application. To be considered, you must submit a complete admissions application. All merit-based scholarship decisions are made through the admissions review process and are based on the overall strength of the materials submitted — including your academic record, professional experience, personal statement, and letters of recommendation. Applicants must be admitted to be eligible for scholarship consideration. All applicants will be notified within 24-48 hours after the admission is released.
Yes, applicants may reapply after one academic year has passed, including applying as a non-matriculant student. We recommend reapplying only if there has been a significant change in your profile, such as gaining more relevant experience or completing graduate-level coursework in a related field. Learn more about the admissions process for reapplicants.
Upon admission, NYU's Office of Global Services (OGS) will be able to assist you with further instructions to clarify the process.
If you intend to accept our offer of admission, please take the following actions:
1. REPLY TO YOUR OFFER OF ADMISSION
After you have viewed your acceptance letter on your Application Status page, reply to our offer of admission by completing the "Reply to Offer of Admission" form on your Forms checklist.
2. ACTIVATE YOUR NYU NETID
You must activate your NetID to access student resources and submit your enrollment deposit.
Your NetID can be found in your acceptance letter.
Visit NYU Start and follow the prompts to activate your NYU NetID. Activating your NetID provides you access to a number of student resources and services. Your NetID is a unique alphanumeric code found in your acceptance letter. It is not your University ID. Your University ID, also known as your N number, is a 9-character ID number starting with a capital N.
For help, contact the NYU ITS Help Desk at 212.998.3333 or email askITS@nyu.edu.
3. SUBMIT YOUR ENROLLMENT DEPOSIT IN ALBERT
To accept our offer of admission, log into ALBERT and submit your $1000 USD nonrefundable deposit using the following steps:
A. Log on to your NYU Home account with your NYU NetID and password you set in Step 1.
B. Select the "Academics" tab.
C. Select the "Albert" log in link and login using your NYU Net ID and password.
D. Go to the "Admissions" section and select the "Application Status" link.
E. Click the "Admission Offer" button at the top of the page.
F. Click the "Accept/Decline" link to accept or decline the admission offer.
G. Click the "Accept Offer" button.
H. Pay the nonrefundable deposit of $1000 USD via credit card. If you cannot pay online, you can submit payment via check/money order or wire transfer. Alternative payment options are also available.
4. SUBMIT YOUR OFFICIAL, SEALED TRANSCRIPTS
Admitted students are required to hold a four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or an equivalent degree from a foreign country. Visit this page for additional transcript information and instructions.
To accept our offer of admission, log into ALBERT and submit your $1000 USD nonrefundable deposit using the following steps:
A. Log on to your NYU Home account with your NYU NetID and password (If you haven't already done so, visit NYU Start and follow the prompts to activate your NYU NetID).
B. Select the "Academics" tab.
C. Select the "Albert" log in link and login using your NYU Net ID and password.
D. Go to the "Applicants" tab and select "View Application Status."
E. Click the "Admission Offer" button at the top of the page.
F. Click the "Accept/Decline" link to accept or decline the admission offer.
G. Click the "Accept Offer" button.
H. Pay the nonrefundable deposit of $1000 USD via credit card. If you cannot pay online, you can submit payment via check/money order or wire transfer. Alternative payment options are also available.
If you have applied to multiple NYU programs and are not intending to pursue a master's-level dual degree, please ensure that you deposit only for the school in which you wish to matriculate. If you have been accepted into another NYU school and you do not intend to enroll in that program, please contact that school and ask them to withdraw your application. Please also notify us that you have done so because you may not be able to enroll in Wagner courses if you are matriculated elsewhere at NYU.
Whether you live on or off campus, are here for the summer, or are living in faculty housing, you will find yourself living "in and of" New York City. Manhattan's vibrant Greenwich Village neighborhood is home to many of NYU's campus buildings.
Students and faculty find housing in this community as well as its surrounding neighborhoods, boroughs and the greater New York City area. Whether you're a new student applying to live in one of the University's residence halls or are looking for assistance in your off-campus apartment search, NYU has services and offices to simplify the New York City housing process.
You can learn more about NYU living by visiting here: http://www.nyu.edu/life/living-at-nyu.html
Starting graduate school in New York City is a unique experience. New York City provides a myriad of opportunities to engage with the city and its urban life. When students first arrive, navigating it all can be a challenge. To help students get started with determining where to live, how to get around, and how to enjoy New York, Wagner created a neighborhood map of where most students live, a list of apartment search and housing resources, and several resource links recommended by other students.
To visit this site click here: https://wagner.nyu.edu/portal/students/getting-started/intl-student-guide/living-in-NY