Master of Science
General Studies Graduate Program

Admissions and Review Processes

Thank you for your interest in applying to the Department of Teaching & Learning at the University of North Dakota.

All prospective students must apply using our online application available through the University’s Graduate School.  Go to: http://www.graduateschool.und.edu/html/landingpage-connect.html

Please read below to determine the admissions requirements for the  M.S. General Studies degree program.
The following criteria will be used to assess a student’s application for admission into the M.S. General Studies program:

1. Completion of a bachelor’s degree (see graduate school guidelines for acceptable degrees)
2. Undergraduate and junior/senior grade point averages
3. Grade point average from all previous graduate work
4. Personal Statement
5. Three (3) letters of recommendation
6. TOEFL score (if applicable)
7. Additional information as needed (e.g., interview)
8. A completed Graduate School application form which includes a personal statement containing responses to the following three questions (no less than one typed page for each):
   • Describe several personal and professional goals you would like to achieve in the next five years. Include in your description reasons why these goals are important to you.
   • What are the characteristics, attitudes, values, and/or skills that you think will make you a good candidate for your chosen professional role?
   • What have you already done professionally or personally of which you are proud?
9. Applicants for Master's programs may supplement their portfolios with additional materials which represent their abilities

Last Updated: 8/4/09