M.Ed. Admission Requirements
Admission to the Master's program in Higher Education Leadership is based on the following criteria:
- Prior admission to the University of Arkansas Graduate School (requires a minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA or a 3.2 GPA for the last 60 hours of course work completed).
- Submission of all Higher Education application materials (see 11).
- Submission of a current resume.
- An interview with at least one member of the Higher Education faculty prior to admission. If distance, cost of travel or other unusual circumstances make it difficult or impossible to hold a personal interview, a telephone interview may be substituted.
- In general, the Higher Education Leadership Master's Program seeks students, both traditional and non-traditional, with outstanding credentials, including evidence of leadership and/or work experience; and excellent references. Attributes, experiences, interests, and characteristics of an applicant that would serve to enhance the diversity of our students are especially valued.
- An applicant's cumulative GPA will be a significant factor in consideration for admission into the Higher Education Leadership Program. Students with a 3.2 or higher GPA will be given strongest consideration.
- Graduate Record Exams and Millers Analogy Exam scores are not required for admission consideration at the present time. However, students with a GPA below 3.2 are strongly encouraged to take the GRE or MAT, with acceptable scores typically considered above the 50th percentile (cumulative).
- "Rolling Admission:" The Higher Education Leadership Program accepts applications throughout the year. Admission status will be reviewed at the time all materials are submitted and as long as there are available places in the program. However, since we limit the number of students admitted each semester (approximately 18-21 for summer/fall semesters and 4-7 for spring semester), and since many applicants are interested in applying for Graduate Assistantships, students who submit their completed credentials in a timely fashion will be given priority consideration.
- Submission of Credentials and Interviews for GA positions. Students must have a completed Program and Graduate School application by February 1, 2008. Those students who meet baseline admissions requirements (including GPA) will be invited to interview for assistantships. The Graduate Assistantship Interview Days will be February 28 and 29, 2008.
- Successful Candidates: The Higher Education faculty is seeking candidates with excellent credentials as described above. In addition, the faculty is seeking a balanced and diverse group of students who will become future leaders in Higher Education. Only in unusual situations will candidates with a GPA below 3.0 be considered, and these candidates may or may not be allowed to hold Graduate Assistantships. Candidates with a GPA near 3.0 should consult with a faculty member prior to applying for the program.
- The Process: Students must submit (a) completed Higher Education Program Application for Admission Form (download from web site), (b) Autobiographical sketch (guidelines on web site), (c) Three supporting letters of recommendations (forms on web site or letters are acceptable), (d) A writing sample (perhaps a research type paper from a class; professional writing, etc.), (e) Resume; and (f) GRE or Miller's scores.
Ed.S. Admission Prerequisites
Formal admission to the Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree requires:
- Admission to the University of Arkansas Graduate School, which requires a separate application process;
- A master's degree or approved equivalent (minimally, 30 hours of post-baccalaureate graduate work completed);
- A cumulative GPA on all graduate work attempted of at least 3.25 and a satisfactory Millers Analogy Test (MAT) score or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) composite score, or a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 and one of the following: a Millers Analogy Test (MAT) score of at least 55 or a Graduate Record Examination (GRE) composite score of at least 1,300 on three parts (verbal, quantitative, and analytical);
- A minimum of two years of successful, relevant professional experience or its equivalent;
- A completed Higher Education Program Application for Admission Form;
- At least three supporting letters of recommendation;
- An autobiographical sketch;
- A writing sample;
- A personal interview; and
- Compatibility of Higher Education Program offerings with the applicant’s goals and interests.
Ed.D. Admission Prerequisites
Formal admission to the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree requires:
- Admission to the University of Arkansas Graduate School, which requires a separate application process;
- A master's degree or approved equivalent (minimally, 30 hours of post-baccalaureate graduate work completed);
- A cumulative GPA on all graduate work attempted of at least 3.5 and a satisfactory Millers Analogy Test (MAT) score or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) composite score, or a cumulative graduate GPA of at least 3.25 and one of the following: a Millers Analogy Test (MAT) score of at least 55 or a Graduate Record Examination (GRE) composite score of at least 1500 on three parts (verbal, quantitative, and analytical);
- A minimum of three years of successful, relevant professional experience or its equivalent;
- A completed Higher Education Program Application for Admission Form;
- An autobiographical sketch;
- At least three supporting letters of recommendation,
- A writing sample; and
- A personal interview.
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