Admission to the School of Adult and Graduate Education
Correspondence regarding admission to the School of Adult and Graduate Education should be addressed to the School of Adult and Graduate Education (SAGE) Office of Admissions which will supply application forms and supplementary information.
Admission to graduate study is granted by the Admissions Committee upon the recommendation of the Program Directors in a graduate program. Applicants should see that each undergraduate or graduate institution previously attended sends official transcripts. The transcripts should be received by the the SAGE Office of Admissions as soon as possible before the time the student expects to enroll. All transcripts become part of the student's official file and may not be returned.
Entrance Requirements
Admission with full standing:
An application for admission to the School of Adult and Graduate Education ordinarily implies the student's intention to work toward an advanced degree. To be considered for admission with full standing the applicant must have:
A bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by one of the regional accrediting associations.
Adequate undergraduate preparation in the proposed major field or equivalent evidence of an appropriate background for undertaking an advanced degree, as deemed by the individual program.
An undergraduate average of approximately 2.7 on a 4 point scale or better in your major area of study. Students who do not have a 2.7 may need to submit sufficient evidence in the form of personal statement or interview that they are capable of performing graduate level work or be offered probationary admission (see Probationary Admission)
Submit a 500 word writing sample inclusive of a statement of intent and summary of long-term career goals.
Provide two letters of reference (academic or professional).
Individual graduate programs may have additional admission requirements. Prospective applicants should consult the appropriate program entry in this Catalog or contact the SAGE Office of Admissions directly.
All applicants should keep in mind that the Admissions Committee bases each admission decision on the merit of each individual applicant. The Admissions Committee in each graduate program considers very seriously each applicant's motivation, maturity, and ability as well as the student's academic record. Consideration is given to academic background, life experience, and standardized test scores. In conformance with Title IX, 1972 Education Amendments, the College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, handicap, national and ethnic origin or age in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and local programs, and athletic and other institutionally administered programs.
Probationary admission:
For those whose grades do not meet the above standards, probationary admission may be granted, provided there is other evidence that the applicant has the ability to do satisfactory graduate work. Such evidence might include an excellent record of postgraduate work at another institution, two letters of recommendation from those in position to evaluate the student’s abilities for graduate study, or high scores on the Graduate Record Examination or the Miller Analogies Test. Those who wish to take the Graduate Record Examination should obtain The GRE Information and Registration Bulletin, available at most university and college testing offices. The applicant must pay the fee for either test. Students have one semester to provide the College with evidence supporting their application.
Full standing is attained automatically upon completion of at least 9 hours of course work for graduate credit with a grade of B or better, and upon the removal of any deficiency which was specified at the time of the admission. Students admitted on probation might be denied continued enrollment if they do not achieve full standing within the specified time period.
Non-matriculate students:
Non-matriculate students are those students wishing to take one class or more graduate classes but do not plan to complete an advanced degree. To apply for non-matriculant graduate admission a student must submit:
A Graduate Admissions application.
All college or university official transcripts.
Receive approval from Program Director prior to registering for class.
No more than 12 semester hours earned as a non-degree student may be transferred into a regular degree program.
When to Apply
Medaille College has a rolling admissions policy and students may be admitted for the fall, spring, or, for some programs, summer semester. However, to ensure adequate time to apply for Financial Aid and to secure space within their program of study, students are encouraged to apply at least 1 month prior to the start of a semester. See the College's Academic Calendar in this catalog to find out when each semester and module begins. Contact the SAGE Office of Admissions to find out the application deadline for each semester and module.
How to Apply to Medaille
Here are the steps to follow in applying for admission:
1. Obtain an application.
You may request an application by telephoning the Graduate Admissions Office at (716) 631-1061 or toll-free 1-800-957-5033, by e-mailing gradadmissions@medaille.edu or apply online at www.medaille.edu
2. Submit the application and fee.
Complete the application and send it, along with two letters of recommendation, a current resume, and statement of intent letter, to the Graduate Office of Admissions along with a $35 non-refundable processing fee. To learn more about Medaille, you may contact the Graduate Admissions Office to arrange for an interview at (716) 631-1061 or toll-free 1-800-957-5033, by e-mailing gradadmissions@medaille.edu
3. Submit transcripts.
If you are applying either as a student with graduate credit or as a first-time graduate student, submit official transcripts from all colleges you have previously attended.
4. Review by the Admissions Committee.
Your application will be reviewed and evaluated by the Admissions Committee once you have completed steps 1 through 3. Applications and all supportive credentials become the property of Medaille College and will not be returned to the applicant.
5. Notification/acceptance.
Medaille College follows a policy of rolling admissions. You will be notified of your admissions decision within two weeks of having completed the application process. If accepted, you will receive information about orientation, immunization forms and registering for your courses at that time.
6. The tuition deposit.
To reserve a position in your program of study at Medaille, you will be required to pay a $100 tuition deposit. You should submit your deposit within one month of your acceptance. The deposit is non-refundable and will be credited to your first semester's tuition.
7. Proof of immunization.
New York State law requires that any college student born after January 1957 must provide medical proof of immunization for measles, mumps, and rubella prior to enrollment. Contact the Health Center for further information.
Additionally, all students, regardless of birth date, are required to receive information about the risk of meningococcal disease and the benefit of vaccination. Students are required to read the information and either obtain the meningitis vaccine or sign a waiver refusing the vaccine. Students must submit either proof of vaccination or a signed waiver to the Student Health Center prior to enrollment.
Transfer Credits
Medaille's transfer policy permits acceptance of graduate credit earned at other regionally accredited colleges and institutions of higher learning. Students who wish to have credits earned at other institutions applied toward fulfillment of their course of study at Medaille should check with the appropriate Program Director for an evaluation of these credentials. Only credit is transferable; grades, quality points, and cumulative averages do not transfer.
International Students
International students must meet the admission criteria of the appropriate graduate program. In addition, they must present evidence that they have command of the English language. A minimum score of 550 (paper-based exam) or 213 (computer-based exam) is required on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Students that have received a bachelors degree in a regionally accredited US educational institution do not need to submit a TOEFL score. Certified transcripts of college work must be submitted. When not in English, the transcript should include certified translations. Since federal and/or state financial aid is not available to international students, they are required to present certified evidence of sufficient funding to cover their educational expenses.
Because of the time needed for both the college and the Department of Homeland Security to process international students for their student visa, students should apply early for their expected start term to ensure timely completion of all requirements.
Students with Disabilities
In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Medaille College does not discriminate on the basis of disability. Medaille College endeavors to assist students on an individual basis with any expressed concerns. The Office of Disability Services was created to assist students with disabilities in all aspects of college life. Based on the submission of appropriate documentation, College personnel do as much as is reasonable to ensure that individuals with disabilities achieve independence and fully participate in the educational process in a comprehensively accessible environment. Students requesting services and/or accommodations must contact the Office of Disability Services directly.
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