School of Accelerated Degree Programs Catalog 2015-2016 > Admission and Application > Graduate Application Procedures

Graduate Application Procedures

Admission to all graduate degree programs in the School of Accelerated Degree Programs is granted to students who have undergraduate grade point averages of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale). Students who do not meet that grade point or other admissions standard will be given individual consideration and, possibly, be conditionally admitted. Conditional degree candidacy may be granted to students who have grade point averages between 2.5 and 2.99 or whose program overviews have not yet been approved. Once accepted for full degree candidacy, graduate students must maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. Students who do not maintain a 3.0 grade point average may face academic suspension.

Degree programs typically consist of five core clusters, and either a directed thesis/ culminating project or a capstone course. Students are assigned a faculty advisor to guide them through their specific degree program. Each degree program is designed to meet both student needs and accreditation requirements. Consequently, students may not deviate from any cluster requirements. Students may, however, take additional clusters or courses to meet individual needs once their core requirements have been met.

To be considered for admission to the University, an applicant’s file must include each of the following documents. Please note, individual programs may have additional application procedures. Please review your program of interest in detail.

To be considered for admission to the University, an applicant’s file must include the following documents:

1. Electronic or paper application, along with a non-refundable $30 application fee.
2. Current resume.
3. Personal statement indicating why the applicant wishes to further his/her education or describing the applicant’s long-term goals or a specific life experience.
4. An official undergraduate transcript as well as official transcript(s) from any graduate school(s) attended if transfer credit is desired.
5. Additional requirements, such as a portfolio, letters of recommendation, or an audition, as required by various programs.

Once the application is submitted, an admissions counselor will contact the applicant to answer any questions and assist in the admissions process.

The application and application materials should be mailed to:

Lindenwood University

Office of Evening and Graduate Admissions

209 South Kingshighway

St. Charles, MO 63301 USA

Applications may also be submitted by email to eveningadmissions@lindenwood.edu.

Please call (636) 949-4933 with any questions.

Note: Applicants to the online MFA in Writing program who do not already possess a Lindenwood transcript must submit a color photo and either a notarized photo ID or an official GRE score. For score reporting, the Lindenwood University code is 6367. Applicants should also submit a color photo for a student ID.

Prospective students wishing to apply to graduate degree programs in the School of Accelerated Degree Programs should visit the Office of Evening and Graduate Admissions at the Welcome Center on the Lindenwood-St. Charles campus, one of our regional extension locations, or online at www.lindenwood.edu/admissions (select Evening and Graduate Admissions). When the application and application fee are received, an admissions counselor will contact the applicant to answer any questions and assist in the admissions process. Once all documents are obtained, the counselor will submit them for review by the dean or department chair who will contact the student to schedule an interview.

International citizens wishing to apply to the graduate programs in the School of Accelerate Degree Programs should visit the university website and select International Admissions. Visit the Admissions Process, Required Documents, and Admissions links. (Note: Applicants should complete the International Application.)

 

To be considered for admission to the University, an international applicant's file must include the following documents:

1. International Student Application– submitted along with a non-refundable $100 application fee.
2. A current resume.
3. An affidavit of Support– in the form of an official document or statement from a bank verifying the amount of personal/family funds, in U.S. dollars, available for tuition (personal cost) and educational expenses (books, insurance). All documents must be in English.
4. Official Transcripts– presented in their original language and accompanied by a certified English translation. These documents will not be returned to the student. They will become part of the student’s official file at Lindenwood University. The cost for the evaluation of the transcript will be incurred by the applicant. However, once the applicant obtains a visa and arrives at Lindenwood University, the cost of the evaluation will be refunded, provided that the applicant brings the receipt for the evaluation service. Provisional admission to the University may be granted by the Director of International Admission on the basis of facsimile copies of diploma equivalents and/or other university transcripts.
5. An official TOEFL or IELTS score. Required minimum TOEFL scores: 577 (paper-based exam), 233 (computer based exam), 91 (Internet-based exam). Required minimum IELTS score: 6.5. For score reporting, the Lindenwood code is 6367.
6. If transfer credit is requested from an international institution, students should submit their transcripts and translations to World Evaluation Services (WES) for evaluation. Applicants should contact WES at wes.org for more information about how to get transcripts evaluated. Students should list Lindenwood University as the recipient. WES will also provide a copy of the evaluation directly to the applicant. The applicant should keep this copy for his/her records. (For questions regarding the transfer of international credit to a specific graduate program, please refer to the section of this catalog that describes that program.)
7. If an international student applicant is transferring from another university within the United States, the student should forward the Lindenwood University transfer paperwork (found in the application) to their schools’ officials for processing.
8. Housing Application– submitted along with a $300 housing deposit made payable to Lindenwood University. Campus housing will be assigned upon receipt of the housing application and deposit. Students should include an e-mail address on their housing form.
9. Personal Statement– an essay concerning the student's education plans. For example, the essay may include why the student wishes to further his/her education, long term goals he/she possesses, or a special experience in his/her life.
10. A clear, readable copy of the identification page of the applicant's passport.
11. Proof of insurance– All students are required to be insured while studying in the United States. Lindenwood University does not provide insurance for students. Students may carry any health insurance policy they choose.

The International Student Application and all required application materials may be mailed to:

International Student Office Lindenwood University

209 South Kingshighway

St. Charles, MO 63301 USA

Please email international@lindenwood.edu or call (636) 949- 4982 with any questions. To fax any information, send to (636) 949-4108.

To be considered for admission to graduate programs in business, communications, gerontology, healthcare administration, human resource management, or information technology, applicants must complete the following steps:

1. Submit an official transcript showing the completion of a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher in undergraduate studies.
2. Submit a personal statement describing the applicant’s personal business or information technology experience or philosophy or describing the applicant’s decision to attend a graduate program and addressing his or her personal or business goals upon completion of the program.
3. Submit a current resume.
4. Provide three letters of recommendation.
5. Interview with the dean of the School of Accelerated Degree Programs or the appropriate program director.

Upon submission, all application materials are reviewed by the appropriate program director. any application materials found to be misleading or false will result in denial of admission to the program.

Applicants to the graduate degree programs in business, communications, gerontology, healthcare administration, human resource management, writing, and information technology who do not meet the required 3.0 grade point for admission may be granted conditional acceptance. In this case, the submission of a GRE or GMAT score may be considered in support of an application for admission. Conditionally admitted students may remain in conditional status for no more than 18 credit hours. Before advancing to degree candidacy, conditionally accepted candidates’ academic performances will be reviewed twice—once upon completion of the first nine credit hours and again upon completion of 18 credit hours. Failure to meet the required 3.0 cumulative grade point average upon the completion of 18 credit hours will result in dismissal from the degree program. In addition, any conditionally accepted student receiving one course grade of “F” or two course grades of “C” during the first nine credit hours will be academically suspended.