Rhodes College students and alumni with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher will receive automatic admission to the Master of Public Service (MPS) program at the University of Arkansas’ Clinton School of Public Service for the 2026-27 academic year, thanks to a new agreement between the schools.
The Clinton School also will provide two full-tuition scholarships to qualifying Rhodes graduates for the Fall 2026 enrolling cohort.
“We’re proud to partner with Rhodes College to expand opportunities for students and graduates who are passionate about public service leadership,” said Clinton School Dean Victoria M. DeFrancesco Soto. “This pathway reflects our shared commitment to preparing the next generation of changemakers through hands-on learning and real-world impact.”
In addition, Rhodes will host Clinton School faculty and staff for campus visits that may include guest lectures and opportunities to engage with students and faculty about the Clinton School’s MPS program.
“Rhodes deeply values its connection to the Clinton School,” said Rhodes President Jennifer Collins. “Not only have a number of our graduates already gone on to success there, Rhodes’ unique strengths in developing leaders, engaging with the community, and preparing students for a life of public service makes this a natural partnership for us.”
Both institutions have committed to exploring additional opportunities for partnership, including summer research fellowships.