Master Of Public Policy Administration

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Master of Public Policy Administration program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Applicants must have an undergraduate or post-graduate degree (or equivalent), with an average of B+ or higher.
• The level of academic performance and potential demonstrated within the degree is more important than the discipline. Students enter the program from a wide variety of backgrounds in the social sciences, humanities, sciences, and engineering.
• Mid-career applicants who do not satisfy the grade average requirement may be considered if they have demonstrated professional excellence over at least five years. Such applicants may use their high achievement in several designated university courses as evidence of their academic potential.
• All applicants must have completed a 0.5 credit university course covering microeconomic theory (ECON 1001 or equivalent) and a 0.5 credit university course in macroeconomic theory (ECON 1002 or equivalent) with an average grade over the two theory courses of B+ or higher.
• A working knowledge of algebra is also expected.
• In some cases, applicants may be admitted to the program despite not having completed these prerequisites, on the condition that the course(s) be extra to the degree requirements and be completed in the first year of the program.
• It is strongly recommended that students complete the prerequisites before starting the program to ensure that their progress through the core courses is unimpeded.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For international students, it is essential to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Students are encouraged to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding the application process.

As the application deadlines may vary, it is advisable to apply as soon as possible to ensure a smooth admission process.

Language Requirements

The language of instruction at Carleton is English. For admission into Carleton’s graduate programs, you will need to demonstrate that your knowledge and use of English are strong enough for graduate studies at an English-language university.

If your first language is not English, you can demonstrate your language proficiency by:

• presenting one of the official Language Proficiency (ESL) test scores as defined in the table below;
• showing that you have completed ESLA 1900 or ESLA 1905 at Carleton University with a final grade of B- or higher; or
• presenting official certification (transcripts) that you have completed an undergraduate or graduate degree at a university in any country in which the primary language is English, where the language of instruction in the relevant educational institution was English, and the language of instruction in their most recently completed undergraduate or graduate degree was English.

Applicants who present their most recent degree and transcripts from a Canadian institution are exempt from language proficiency requirements, unless otherwise required by an individual program.

Note: Letters from your universities stating the medium of instruction is English are not acceptable.

Minimum Language Proficiency (ESL) test score requirement:

* IELTS One-Skill Retake is accepted

TOEFL MyBest Scores is accepted

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.