PS A 3-5 page reflective essay describing your background, career goals and clearly indicating how the MPA degree fits those goals. Please address any academic deficiencies in your statement. GPA A GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Preferred background in social sciences, with courses in college algebra and statistics recommended. A GPA below 3.0 can be considered if academic deficiencies are addressed in the personal statement. CV A copy of your current resume, listing your employment history. Fee A $65 application fee is required. RL Three Letters of Recommendation. From persons who can address the applicant’s ability to do graduate work and the admissions criteria. At least one reference should be an academic reference. PLEASE NOTE: Applicants should submit names and email addresses of references as part of their online application. References will receive an email with instructions for submitting their letters of recommendation electronically. Transcript From the undergraduate institution and any post-graduate college or university attended. Must be sent directly from the degree granting school to the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmin@ku.edu or 313 Strong Hall, 1450 Jayhawk Boulevard, Lawrence, Kansas 66045.