Admissions Requirements

ASG is looking for emerging and established leaders who are committed to ethical public service, innovation, and impact across Africa. Admission to the MPA is competitive and based on academic strength, leadership potential, and professional experience.

The MPA Application Portal is now Open

1. Academic Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree with a Second-Class Upper (or equivalent GPA) from a recognized institution. 
  • International applicants must obtain an HEC Equivalence Certificate (Rwanda Higher Education Council). 

 

2. Professional Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in public administration, policymaking, governance, non-governmental organizations, or other related sectors. 
  • Places may be offered to exceptional early-career applicants who show strong academic ability and leadership potential. 

3. English Language Proficiency

At ASG, English is the primary language of instruction and communication across all programs and services. Applicants who completed their undergraduate studies at an accredited English-medium institution are exempt from submitting English proficiency test results. 
Applicants whose undergraduate studies were not completed in an English-medium institution must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following: 

  • IELTS 6.5 
  • TOEFL iBT 90 
  • Equivalent recognized test 

4. Leadership & Public Service

Applicants must show a clear commitment to leadership, public service, and community impact. Required documents include: 

  • Two recommendation letters (one academic, one professional) 
  • Evidence of leadership or service such as: 
    • Project or team leadership 
    • Policy or governance-related work 
    • Community initiatives or civic engagement 
    • Innovation or social impact activities