Each applicant must demonstrate that he or she can fulfill the requirements of the program, including the ability to read and write at a graduate level, the capability to do graduate level academic work, and an interest in educational theory and practice. Toward this end the requirements for admissions are:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and official transcripts from all institutions of higher learning attended.
• A cumulative grade point average from past degrees of at least 2.75 on a 4.00 scale.*
• A minimum verbal score of 450 (older scale, prior to August 1, 2011) or 150 (current scale) on the Graduate Record Examination or a minimum score of 388 on the Miller Analogies Test.*
• A 250-500 word essay by the applicant on his or her philosophy of education and reasons for applying to this graduate program.
• A copy of applicant's standard or eligibility with advanced standing teaching certificate or resume of teaching experience.
• Two professional letters of reference, at least one from a professor or other person who can attest to the applicant's academic abilities.
• Each applicant should have a personal interview before being accepted for matriculation.

*Applicants who do not meet the grade point average or standardized test requirements may supplement the application with additional materials in support of their academic potential for successful completion of the graduate degree.

Written approval to take any course other than those listed for the program must be obtained in advance.
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