2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics, MA


Banner Code: PP-MA-TPOL

Phone: 703-993-2280

The MA in Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics (TPOL) Program is designed for students and practicing professionals engaged in planning, regulating, managing, and operating transportation facilities and services. Students obtain a working knowledge of the theory, policy, law, research, and practices required to effectively and efficiently supply and operate transportation facilities and services. They also learn to think critically and analytically about the problems and challenges in this field and communicate their analyses clearly and effectively through written and oral presentations.

Admission Requirements

Complete applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with late applications considered on a space-available basis. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, with a preferred GPA of 3.00 or better on a 4.00 scale.

The following items must be included when applying:

  • Graduate application with fee (no fee waivers)
  • 750 - 1,000 word written statement of goals and interest in the program
  • Current résumé
  • Two official transcripts of all university work completed. International students must also submit a translation of all international transcripts into English, if applicable.
  • Two letters of recommendation, with at least one from an individual who is qualified to attest to the candidate’s academic potential.
  • For international applicants, TOEFL scores, with a minimum score of 575 on the paper-based exam; 230 on the computer-based exam; or 88 with a minimum of 20 on each of the subsections on the Internet-based exam.  IELTS will be accepted in lieu of the TOEFL;  minimum of 6.5 required.  Students may be required to take additional English language testing and/or may be referred to the Center for International Student Access for additional language preparation.
  • Certificate of Financial Responsibility (for students requesting an F-1 or J-1 visa).

Submission of GRE or GMAT scores is required only for students requesting merit-based funding consideration.

Academic Policies

Students admitted to an SPP program will be terminated from SPP upon receiving one grade of F and are no longer eligible to take courses in SPP. Per university regulation students are dismissed from the university after accumulating grades of F in two courses or 9 credits of unsatisfactory grades in graduate courses.

Degree Requirements


The degree requires completion of 36 credits as follows: