1. OFFICIAL ONLINE APPLICATION FORM : All items preceded by an * (asterisk symbol) on the online form are required and must be completed.
2. PERSONAL ESSAY : Submit a personal essay of approximately 300 words (typed and double-spaced) to Graduate Admissions Carlow University, 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa 15213, discussing the following topics:
- Short-term and long-term goals
- Reasons for seeking graduate study in the specialty you have selected
- The strengths and skills you will bring to the graduate program
- The strengths and skills you hope to develop in this program
3. RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE: Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae to Graduate Admissions Carlow University, 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa 15213.
4. TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: These letters should appraise your academic, professional, and/or personal qualities. At least one of the letters should be from a person who can attest to your aptitude for graduate work/leadership. NOTE: The application for the MS In Professional Counseling program requires three letters.
Letters should be sent directly to: Graduate Admissions, Carlow University, 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
5. OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS: Request official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions as well as any institutions where graduate courses were completed. A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is preferred. Official transcripts should be sent directly to Graduate Admissions Carlow University, 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa 15213.
6. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
Submit results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) to Graduate Admissions Carlow University, 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.
7. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATION PROGRAMS:
- M.Ed. in Art Education: Demonstrate studio competencies via portfolio review by Art Education faculty
- Instructional Technology Certificate/Certification: Pre-requisite: Introductory computer science (e.g. IM101 Introduction to Application Software at Carlow) or equivalent computer experience
8. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NURSING PROGRAMS:
- Graduate of an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing program
- Current license as a registered nurse from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Current nursing liability insurance coverage at $1,000,000/$3,000,000
- Ability to meet both university and clinical agency health requirements
- Successful completion within the last six years of an undergraduate course in statistics (for RN-MSN & MSNL programs) and a graduate course in statistics (for HHAP program)
9. INTERVIEW: After application is complete, a personal interview will be scheduled with a member of the admissions committee.
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GREs and GMATs are not required. Carlow University reserves the right to deny or revoke admission to any applicant who does not meet admissions requirements. The University also reserves the right to revoke admission at any time. Carlow University, as an educational institution and as an employer, values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity. Accordingly, the University prohibits and will not engage in discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam era.
Further, the University will continue to take affirmative steps to support and advance these values consistent with the University’s mission. This policy applies to admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in university programs and activities. This is a commitment made by the university and is in accordance with federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations.
For information on University equal opportunity and affirmative action programs and complaint/grievance procedures, please contact Andra Tokarsky, Director of Human Resources and Affirmative Action Officer, Carlow University, 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, 412-578-8897.
For more information, please contact Graduate Studies Admissions at:
Toll-free: 800-333-2275
Phone: 412-578-8764
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