Note: Our application deadline has been extended to July 6 for programs beginning fall 2020, with applications considered on a space-available basis after that date.
You may only apply to one master's program in each academic year. Spring admission is not available for master's programs.
Master's Degree Application Deadlines
MDP, MHR, MPP, MS–STEP, and MURP
Application Deadlines
| December 15 | Deadline for consideration for admission, and both University of Minnesota fellowships and Humphrey School merit-based aid |
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| January 15 | Deadline for consideration for admission and Humphrey School merit-based aid |
| April 1 | Final application deadline for admission |
| After April 1 | Applications for admission considered on a space-available basis |
More information on University of Minnesota fellowships and Humphrey School merit-based aid
MPA
Application Deadlines
| February 15 | Deadline for consideration for admission and Humphrey School merit-based aid |
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| After February 15 | Applications for admission considered on a space-available basis |
More information on University of Minnesota fellowships and Humphrey School merit-based aid
PhD Application Deadline
PhD
Application Deadlines
| December 1 | Deadline for consideration for admission |
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Certificate Program Application Deadlines
Public Affairs Leadership
Application Deadlines
| February 15 | Deadline for consideration for admission |
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| After February 15 | Applications for admission considered on a space-available basis |
Human Services Leadership
Application Deadlines
| June 15 | Deadline for consideration for admission |
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| After June 15 | Applications for admission considered on a space-available basis |
Early Childhood Policy, Election Administration, Nonprofit Management, and Policy Issues on Work and Pay
Application Deadlines
| June 15 | Deadline for priority fall admission |
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| August 17 | Deadline for final fall admission (note: this has been extended from August 1) |
| December 15 | Deadline for priority spring admission |
| January 3 | Deadline for final spring admission |