Application Requirements
Master of International Affairs & Public Health Combined Degree
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The Bush School and School of Public Health admits students once per year, for fall entry only, into the Master of International Affairs-Master of Public Health (MIA-MPH) Combined Degree. To apply, submit a SOPHAS application to the School of Public Health first and then submit a MIA Supplemental Application to the Bush School. Both applications, all supporting documents, test scores (if applicable), and recommendation letters must be received by the application deadlines listed below. Applications submitted but missing any of the following items are considered incomplete and will NOT be considered for admission.
Fall 2026 Application Deadlines
Application Opens: September 1, 2025
MIA Priority Funding Application Deadline: December 15, 2025
Application Deadline: February 15, 2026
Applications received after the priority funding deadline, but on or before the final application deadline, will still receive a competitive Bush School Scholarship. However, nomination-based opportunities may no longer be available.
The School of Public Health will notify applicants via email of any missing items required to complete the MPH portion of the application process. The Bush School will notify applicants via email of any missing items required to complete the MIA portion of the application process. Monitor the email address you entered on your applications for notifications from both schools.
Completed applications are reviewed by both programs and an admissions decision is sent via email to applicants on a rolling basis, with the last round of admissions notices being sent by mid-March 2026. If admitted, the email notification will include the applicant’s official offer letter containing the Bush School Scholarship the applicant has been awarded for the MIA portion of the program. Applicants have until April 15 to accept or decline their offer of admission.
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REQUIREMENTS
To help you keep your application on track, we’ve created a step-by-step guide and checklist in PDF format for you to use as you work on your applications to both programs: Fall 2026: MIA-MPH Application Checklist & Instructions.
MPH Application Requirements
Apply to the MPH portion of the combined degree by submitting a SOPHAS application to the School of Public Health with the following materials:
- Résumé
- Personal Statement
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
- Official Transcripts
- World of Education Services (WES) ICAP Course-by-Course Evaluation (for coursework from an institution outside the U.S. and English-speaking Canada)
- Proof of English Proficiency (for coursework from an institution outside the U.S. and English-speaking Canada)
MIA Application Requirements
After submitting a SOPHAS application, apply to the MIA portion of the combined degree by submitting an MIA Supplemental Application to the Bush School. An application will not be considered for admission into the MIA portion of the program until all MPH application requirements listed above are submitted in addition to all of the following:
While the Bush School will use most of the materials and information submitted through the SOPHAS application, there are some additional questions specific to the MIA program applicants will be asked to answer via the supplemental application. Additionally, applicants will be given the option to upload an MIA-focused resume, personal statement, and GRE/GMAT test scores if they wish.
- Résumé
If an applicant would like to submit a MIA focused résumé that highlights their international experiences, language, and focus, we encourage them to upload it to the MIA Supplemental Application (linked above). A Résumé Template is available for reference containing the information/sections relevant for the MIA.
- Personal Statement
Applicants are asked to upload a personal statement to the SOPHAS application. However, if that statement does not address items in the MIA prompt below, please upload one that does to the MIA Supplemental Application. Statements should be typed in 11 pt font, spaced 1.5”, and address the following prompt. Include applicant name, the title “Personal Statement,” and page number on each page.
MIA Prompt: In 1000 words or less, please address the following topics in your personal statement:- Your personal and professional goals for a career in international affairs and public health,
- What inspired or influenced you to pursue a career in international affairs (including relevant people, places, travel, courses, internships, or events)
- How obtaining the MIA-MPH degree will help you achieve your goals, and
- What value you bring to the MIA program specifically (including knowledge gained from meaningful experiences, education, or jobs you have had in the past).
- GRE/GMAT (optional)
GRE/GMAT test scores are not required to apply to the MIA-MPH combined degree program. However, for the MIA application portion of the program, scores are:- Strongly encouraged for those with a cumulative GPA below 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale).
- Accepted for anyone feels their test scores can complement a strong file or offset concerns such as a low GPA, lack of experience in the field, or if grades/experience do not reflect current abilities.
When deciding if scores will help or hinder your MIA application, consider our previous years’ average GRE score of a 308. We prefer the GRE over the GMAT. To be valid, scores must be within five years of the date the application is submitted. The GRE or GMAT exam should be scheduled and taken at least 3 weeks prior to the application deadline.
If you choose to submit GRE or GMAT test scores for your application to the MIA portion of the program, upload a copy of your Test Score Report to the MIA Supplemental Application.
Contact Information
Bush School: MIA Graduate Admissions Office
Questions about the MIA or the MIA portion of the application process should be directed to Ashlee Treadway or Kathryn Meyer in the Bush School Admissions Office. Our contact information:
- Phone: 979-862-3476
- Email: bushschoolapplications@tamu.edu
- Address:
Texas A&M University
2129 Allen Bldg / 4220 TAMU
Office #2022 and 2023
College Station, TX 77843
School of Public Health – Office of Student Services – Graduate Admissions
If you have any questions about your SOPHAS or MPH portion of the application or application process, please contact the School of Public Health. Their contact information is below:
- Phone: 979.436.9356
- Email: SPH-GradInfo@tamu.edu
- Address:
Reynolds Medical Sciences Building, Suite 147
1114 TAMU
206 Olsen Blvd., College Station, Texas 77843
