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General Admission Eligibility
Art Portfolio (MFA Applicants Only) Center for Teacher Integrated Teacher Education (CITE) The University admits to programs of graduate study those students who hold four-year baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, or its foreign equivalent, and demonstrate the ability to perform credibly at the graduate level. The baccalaureate degree must be appropriate to the particular course of study and be considered legitimate preparation for the field of study to which the student is being admitted. Some students may be accepted with the condition that undergraduate coursework be completed. A 3.0/4.0 GPA or better is recommended. Applicant qualifications are judged by the faculty of the department of program to which they apply, and by the Director of Graduate Studies. Degrees Alfred University grants graduate degrees at the master's and doctoral levels. Two post-master's certificates of advanced study are offered. The degrees offered and the programs of study are found here. Certification We also offer a Post baccalaureate Teacher Classes for Early Childhood/Childhood or Middle/Adolescence Education. Non-Degree The Graduate School recognizes the desire or need of college graduates to enroll for a limited number of graduate courses without any wish to attain an advanced degree. A maximum of nine credit hours is permitted on this basis. Students who wish to take courses as "non-degree" need not apply for Admission, but should contact the Student Service Center in Seidlin Hall for information about registration. Credit hours earned "non-degree" before admission to an Alfred University graduate degree program may or may not be applicable toward the degree sought. If denied admission, the applicant may not register for further non-degree graduate work. Business Administration (MBA)
Counseling (MS Ed/CAS)
Literacy Education (MS Ed)
Engineering (MS and Ph D)
Fine Arts (MFA)
School Psychology (Psy D)
School Psychology (MA/CAS)
Please read carefully. Depending on which program you are applying the testing requirements vary. The Alfred University Institution Code for the GRE, GMAT and TOEFL exam is: 2005. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Required to submit official scores of the general section of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) for Applicants to the following degree programs:
Encouraged for Applicants of the following degree programs to submit official scores of the general section of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE):
Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) Required to submit official scores of the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) for the following degree program:
NYS Teacher Certification Examinations NYS Provisional Certification is necessary for admission to the Literacy Program. Applicants must pass the first two sections of the NYS Teacher Certification Examinations (LAST and ATS-W). An admission decision cannot be made until we have received the examination scores. If you are interested in receiving permanent certification in the field of your provisional (initial) certification, a CST score must also be submitted. Test of English as a Foreign Language The language of instruction at Alfred University is English. All international applicants who have not received a baccalaureate or master's degree from a US institution must take one of the following examinations:
We exempt only English-speaking citizens of Canada, Great Britain, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Bermuda, Jamaica, Trinidad, and the West Indies. Test of Spoken English It is recommended that all international applicants submit scores for the Test of Spoken English. Send Official Test Scores Graduate Admissions Office Ph: 607.871.2115 Number of Letters Required
How
Please provide information about yourself, your aims and plans for the future, reasons for graduate study in your chosen field, special interests in that field, and experience (other than academic) in the field. Applicants to the Ph.D. or Psy D programs must include a statement of research interests in addition to the personal statement. How
Official Transcripts Required Applicants must provide official transcripts (in English) of all previous work at the college level, including proof that he/she holds the baccalaureate degree. Official transcripts/mark sheets from each college or university you have attended must be sent to the Office of Graduate Admissions as part of a complete application. These must be sent from the college or university with appropriate certifications. Photocopies or facsimiles will not be accepted. If you are currently enrolled, submit a transcript (official academic record) of the courses you have completed to date with your application. Then, as soon as possible after you complete the courses/degree in progress, submit your final transcript and degree certificate. The records should show a complete list of courses taken, grades received and any diplomas or certificates earned. International Students For more information on submitting non-U.S. transcripts/mark sheets see the International Student Requirements web page. Transfer Graduate Credits
Transcripts should be sent to Graduate Admissions Office Each applicant to the Counseling and School Psychology programs is expected to have a campus interview. Interviews are also required of students applying to MS in Ed. Degree programs which provide permanent teaching certification if the applicant does not hold or expect to receive New York State provisional teaching certification at the time of initial matriculation. Interviews are recommended for applicants to the MFA program. How to submit Applicants to the Electronic Integrated Arts program may submit slides, CD-ROMS, DVDs or cued videotapes. Applicants to the Ceramic Art and Sculpture/ Dimensional Studies program may submit slides, CD-ROMs or DVDs.
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Graduate Admissions Office Submit a completed application accompanied by a $50 application fee. Your check or money order should be made payable to Alfred University. Apply online Office of Graduate Admissions CITE CITE students should contact Tim Werner: ph. 516.221.4082 for notification of "intent to apply". Matriculation Dates Residency Requirement Transfer Credits Other International Students may have additional admissions requirements We also offer a Post baccalaureate Teacher Certification classes for Early Childhood/Childhood or Middle/Adolescence Education. This is program is for for non-education bachelor degree holders who wish to obtain teaching certification. Those wishing to apply to this program should first contact their local BOCES certification officer to determine the required coursework. After an initial consultation with a BOCES officer, a faculty member from Alfred will work with individuals to insure that the requirements have been met for receiving provisional (initial) certification through BOCES. |