MBA/MPA

Students with professional interests in both the public and private sectors can pursue the MBA/MPA two degree option.  This program equips students with the knowledge and skills to thrive in an environment where the public and private sectors are increasingly interdependent.

The MBA/MPA program is jointly offered by the College of Business Administration and College of Liberal Arts. Applicants must select the MBA/MPA program option and be admitted by both programs.

The MBA/MPA program consists of 69 semester credit hours (SCH) of graduate study, of which 39 SCH are in areas of Business Administration and 30 SCH are in areas of Public Administration.

Specific Requirements for the MBA/MPA Two-Degree Option

Students must choose one of the following Programs of Study

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit the following in order to be considered for admission to the MBA/MPA Program:

• Online Application for Admission into a Graduate Degree Program:  Apply Online >>
• Official transcript from an accredited institution demonstrating completion of a four-year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent in the case of an international institution) and official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended. Official transcripts for degrees earned at UTEP are not required.*
• Statement of Purpose, not to exceed one page, which may include a description of the applicant's professional experience, educational background, career goals and/or socio-economic background.**
• Résumé
• Three letters of reference from professional and/or academic sources.**
• GMAT or GRE score* (may be waived if applicant submits transcript demonstrating a conferred graduate degree from an accredited institution)
• TOEFL score of at least 250 computer-based/600 paper-based/100 internet-based (for international students)*

* Unofficial scores and transcripts can be uploaded to the online application. Official scores and transcripts must be received by the Graduate School prior to enrollment.
** These application documents can be uploaded to the online application.

Applicants must submit all of the materials listed above before an admission decision can be made.

Applicants must be admitted by both the MBA and MPA programs in order to participate in this dual degree program.