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Application deadlines:
- Fall: April 1
- Spring November 1
In addition to the criteria below, applicants must meet general graduate admission requirements .
The 39-credit master’s program in global inclusion and social development invites applicants with a variety of academic and experiential backgrounds who hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (any course). Interviews are strongly recommended for interested applicants and can be scheduled by emailing sgisd@umb.edu.
Statement of Purpose - Please discuss in 1,200 words or less your reasons for pursuing graduate study and your academic, personal, and professional goals.
Transcripts - Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended. Applicants must possess a four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Three Letters of Recommendation - Letters should come from individuals who can speak to your academic and professional preparation for program success.
Test Scores (GRE or MAT) - We do not require a minimum score. Please note that individuals who possess an MA/MS degree in a related field at the time of application do not need to submit test scores.
Résumé or Curriculum Vitae - Please make sure all educational background and professional history is current with degrees earned, institutions attended, majors, and GPAs.
International Applicants Only:
Test Scores (TOEFL or IETLS and GRE) - International applications are required to take either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System exam (IELTS). The waiver of TOEFL/IELTS scores for international applicants is at the discretion of the Office of Graduate Admissions.
Additional Documentation - International applicants must also submit certain additional documentation. Please view these details on the International Graduate Admissions website.
Coverdell Fellowship Applicants Only:
Additional Documentation - This fellowship is available to returned Peace Corps volunteers. In addition to the application steps listed above, you will need to submit a copy of your official Description of Service to the Coverdell Fellows coordinator. Learn more here.
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