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Read MoreCareers that make a difference..
Maxwell graduates not only enjoy their time of study – but they advance in careers that have lasting impact in their communities post Maxwell. Our graduates take positions of influence in a variety of sectors and policy areas. Federal Government (US or other country) Local Government / City Management / Community & Economic Development Non-profit Management / NGO Management State Government /...
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Read MoreApplying to Maxwell – Deadlines
The Application Deadline for the MPA and MA IR programs is February 1 of each year. We will continue to accept applications after this date, however we cannot always guarantee that late applications will be reviewed for admission. Late applications will not be considered for financial aid, so meeting this deadline can be very important! Applications are not considered complete – and thus able to be...
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Read MoreA Great Student Community
Maxwell MPA and MA IR students are a very diverse community. Representing over 30 different countries, 60+ different undergraduate majors and minors … our students are completing their studies on a vast range of topical areas. The majority of our students enter with 2-5 years of post-undergraduate work experience and an average age of 26. Nearly 30% of our students are international, and 26% identify...
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Read MoreMaxwell Alumni – A Professional Network for Life
When you chose Maxwell – you are not only choosing a school – you are choosing to be part of a world-wide and exceedingly loyal & influential professional network. Maxwell alumni are the most loyal and connected to their school of all those in the public policy world. They hold leadership positions in the organizations you may aspire to as a future public service professional. As an admissions...
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Read MoreVisit Us!
Please come and visit us! While, we do not require an interview for admission, applicants often find a visit helps them make their decision either to apply or attend the Maxwell School. E-mail Heather (hsbinion@syr.edu) or call us at 315-443-4000 to make arrangements. For all our visitors, we like to have you attend a class, enjoy lunch with current students and meet with me – the Director of Admission. ...
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Read MoreApplication Tip – Personal Statement
As I travel and meet with prospective students for Maxwell’s MPA and MA IR programs, the application question I am most asked is: How specific do I need to be about my career goals in my personal statement? An understanding of the field and a commitment to the career paths that are opened by these degrees is the most important aspect we look for in any applicant to Maxwell’s MPA and MA IR programs. You...
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Read MoreThe research we do at Maxwell, matters everywhere.
As a school of social sciences, Maxwell is home to 10 cutting edge research centers and institutes. The high quality level of scholarship across the multiple disciplines of within the school, in concert with a focus on the practical application of research on real world policy dilemmas makes Maxwell a very special and unique learning environment. The research we do at Maxwell, matters everywhere!...
Christine Omolino, Director of Admission
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