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The application process is in two parts: you apply to both the Graduate College and the Master of Administration Program.
Apply on-line by clicking on the Graduate application link below.
I. Submit the following materials directly to the Graduate College Graduate application
$50 application fee
Official transcripts
Graduate College
PO Box 4125
Flagstaff AZ 86011-4125
II. Submit the following materials directly to the Master of Administration program or attach them to the online application above.
Resume showing 5 years fulltime professional work experience. The five year professional work experience requirement must be beyond an entry-level position and equal 60 months of full time employment. We are looking for individuals who have significant "real-world" experience, outside of any academic work completed and should involve; decision making, leadership, and responsibility for people or substantial resources (e.g. payroll).
Essay describing how this degree will enhance your professional goals. Please include a thoughtful essay of approximately 500 words, in which you explain your professional goals and how earning the Master in Administration degree in your chosen Emphasis area will enhance your ability to meet those goals. This essay will be evaluated equally for clarity of thought, adequacy of support, and conciseness and correctness of your grammatical and mechanical writing skills.
The essay and resume can be submitted with your online application or by email to madmin.applications@nau.edu.
Three professional references. These should be either academic or career professional contacts. Please provide the recommenders email addresses when filling out the online application and the required program form will be sent directly to your recommender for completion.
Program Mailing Address
Northern Arizona University
M. Admin Program
PO BOX 4117
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-4117
From one of our graduates
"I would definitely recommend this program to anyone I know. I had an outstanding time and I would do it again if I could. The experiences which I gained by being part of the program will go with me through the rest of my working career"
Margaret Ivins "Class of 2008"
CONTACT US
Northern Arizona University
M. Admin Program
P.O. Box 4117
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
Phone: 1-800-426-8315
M.Admin@nau.edu