Graduate Catalog

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For some programs, you must submit additional documentation for admission, in addition to the general graduate admissions requirements. This list is subject to change without notice.

Computer Science (Doctoral Program)

  1. Two online recommendations
  • To request your online recommendations, please have the recommender's name, title, and email.
  • Resume or curriculum vita
  • Statement addressing your academic objectives to the field in which you plan to study. Include contemplated research projects and professional career goals. Include a description of relevant work experience as appropriate.

Counseling Psychology, Mental Health Counseling & School Counseling

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  1. Self-statement
  2. Three recommendation letters
  3. Resume

Educational Leadership (Doctoral Program)

  1. Satisfactory score on the Miller Analogy Test (MAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Scores must be less than five years old.
  2. Three professional recommendation letters
  3. Curriculum vita.
  4. Administrator I/II certificate (or completed Administrator I/II coursework)
  5. Letter of application addressing in detail the applicant's interest in the doctoral program, prior administrative experience, and aspirations as an educational administrator

NOTE: students living outside of Maryland in SARA-approved states wishing to join programs which lead to professional licensure or certification should contact the appropriate admissions office prior to application to determine whether the BSU program of study and required online courses meet the requirements for licensure or certification in that state or if other additional steps are needed by the student while attaining or after attaining the formal degree.

BSU programs delivered at BSU or online which require state licensure/certification body approval may include: 

  • Educational Leadership 
  • Reading 

Once admitted, students wishing to enroll in online courses/programs or enroll in a degree program which leads to licensure or certification (those listed above) must also contact the university to discuss any change in location prior to relocation. Please be advised that continued enrollment cannot be guaranteed if a student moves to a state in which BSU is not authorized to offer education programs.

English (M.A.)

  1. Students must have a bachelor's degree in English or a related field of study. Students with an English degree must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. If the student does not, have a degree in English, they must have a GPA of 3.25 or higher for admission.
  2. Students must provide a written personal statement which details their research agenda, goals, and whom they wish to work within the department. This personal statement which covers the students agenda, goals, and whom they wish to work with is to be submitted to graduate admissions and not to exceed two pages. Essays and other written materials are not to be submitted in place of the requested personal statement.
  3. Students that showcase a need for additional English support will be required to enroll in one (1) prerequisite upper-level ENGL course in support of their entry into the program. 
  4. Applicants must submit an application for admission, pay the appropriate fee, and submit an official copy of their undergraduate transcript.

Master of Arts in Teaching

  • Praxis I scores

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  • Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores

Nursing

Please visit the Department of Nursing website for additional requirements.  These additional requirements should be sent directly to the Department of Nursing.  

Organizational Communications

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  1. Self-statement
  2. Three recommendation letters

Reading Education

  • Copy of a professional standard of advanced teaching certificate

NOTE: students living outside of Maryland in SARA-approved states wishing to join programs which lead to professional licensure or certification should contact the appropriate admissions office prior to application to determine whether the BSU program of study and required online courses meet the requirements for licensure or certification in that state or if other additional steps are needed by the student while attaining or after attaining the formal degree.

BSU programs delivered at BSU or online which require state licensure/certification body approval may include: 

  • Educational Leadership 
  • Reading 

Once admitted, students wishing to enroll in online courses/programs or enroll in a degree program which leads to licensure or certification (those listed above) must also contact the university to discuss any change in location prior to relocation. Please be advised that continued enrollment cannot be guaranteed if a student moves to a state in which BSU is not authorized to offer education programs.

School Administration and Supervision

  1. Copy of a professional standard or advanced teaching certificate
  2. Documentation of proof of three years of teaching experience (can be included in recommendation from your principal or letter from human resources)
  3. Recommendation letter from your current principal

School Psychology

  1. Statement of interest (2-3 pages) describing applicant's background, experience and goals
  2. Three recommendation letters
  3. Resume

Special Education

  1. Praxis I scores
  2. Three recommendation letters
  3. Essay on your philosophy of teaching diverse learners (2 -3 pages)