Harvard Kennedy School Virtual Information Session

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Will this deck be available to download after the session?

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Should the quantitative skills be demonstrated by previously taken classes, if so, what specific classes would be accepted for admission's minimum requirements?

Question: The old "optional essay" was only a statement explaining any gaps. It looks on the application like there is a new option (a personal history essay), but today's blog post only mentioned the old optional essay and stressed not to use this essay as a personal statement. Can you please clarify the optional essay requirements?

Is work experience defined by the amount of work experience at the time of application or time of enrollment?

Does that average number of years of work experience include both full-time professional work and internship work, or just full-time professional work?

any other advice for those with audio issues? have tried 3 different browsers

Could you expand a bit on the pre-requisite graduate-level courses for the MPA? Short of completing a graduate degree beforehand, do most people satisfy this by transferring in from another institution?

Besides classes taken previously, what other ways specifically suggested would demonstrate quatitative skills, as well as acadamic ability? Thank you.

What is the difference between concurrent degree and joint degree

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How are course requirements for the MPA/ID impacted if one were to pursue a joint JD/MPAID with Harvard Law School?

Are there joint programs for the MC/MPP!

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In the application, there is a question asking what or who inspired you to apply for MPP. If I am inspired by a HKS professor because the speech and research accomplishment, Can I put his name down, even though he does not know me? What is the purpose of asking this piece of information

Still having audio problem here in Ghana

Do you require the CSS PROFILE?

No audio in Los Angeles

Applying directly from my undergraduate, I am currently taking classes that do not appear on my transcript yet. Would you like to have a list of these classes and if yes in what section of the online application should I upload the file? Thank you

Does strong academic achievement mean high GPA? What is the average GPA for applicants?

Also, for someone whose Toefl is wavied (graduated from a college where English is taught as first language), is it helpful or necessary to take the video essay?

Is there any clubs or organizations that focus on/work with women?

Hi Everyone! For dual degrees with MBA will the MPP or MPA be a better match?

Thanks. There is no audio here as well( tried multiple browsers).

What are the clubs or resources that focus on China?

If I take the GRE on November 20th and I don't have the official GRE score by December 4th, will my application still be considered? Simply, does HKS accept an unofficial GRE score?

Does the MPP program require specific GRE scores for international applicants? What is the deadline for the GRE score report to be sent?

What are the specific admission requirements required from students coming from developing countries who apply for MPP under the joint Japan-World Bank scholarship program

Hi. Few questions: 1) Could you elaborate more on the difference between Concurrent Degrees and the Cross-Registrations degrees. 2) Is there a difference between the OCA (Office of Career Advancement) and the OCS (Office of Career Services); 3) For the MPA, relevant coursework was mentioned, could you expand on that.

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Does the MPP have a much stronger domestic (US policy and institutions) focus than the MPA/ID program? Specifically, are there required MPP courses/cases that are primarily US-focused? (Asking as an international applicant)

Regarding the recommendation letters, are there guidelines for length?

Has HKS ever accepted students with a low GRE score in past times?

how does the application process differ for Fulbright nominees?

Between GRE and GMAT, which one is more acceptable?

Thank you for your time and efforts :)

Is any weight added to submissions from applicants who have received nationally-competitive, degree-relevant scholarship programs?

If I plan to run for office in my country after graduation but focus on international issues, would you recommend applying to MPP or MPA/ID programs?

Another letter question (thank you!): Is it frowned upon if the three recommenders touch upon similar points? Does each need to touch upon a different facet of my character, experience, abilities, etc.?

Thank you so much for answering my questions!

Do you offer any supportive services for students w families? Housing, child care, etc?

Good evening Mrs. Whalen! Thank you very much for all the information and further clarification you have provided us with! Greatly appreciated it! I have a question regarding the TOEFL/IETLS waiver. My undergraduate degree was taught in English however my school isn't located in a country in which English is an official language (Taiwan), would this still be accepted by HKS as an English proficiency waiver? Thank you very much! Blessings!

Does strong academic achievement mean high GPA? What is the average GPA for applicants? thank you!

Hi! Just to clarify, we are expected to complete both the JFK essay and the MPP essay if applying to the MPP program correct?

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