GRADUATE APPLICATION Admission Application Booklet

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1 GRADUATE APPLICATION Admission Application Booklet FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Accept Date: Not Accepted: Please check [ ] the program to which you wish to apply DeVille School of Business Master of Business Administration Management Master of Business Administration Healthcare Management Master of Business Administration Marketing Master of Business Administration Entrepreneurship Please select a format: In-Class (Main Campus) Online Byers School of Nursing Master of Science in Nursing Clinical Nurse Leader Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Educator Master of Science in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner Doctor of Nursing Practice Division of Education Master of Arts in Education Reading Literacy Master of Arts in Education Leadership with Principal License Master of Arts in Education 21st Century Technologies LEAD Program (Licensure in Education for Adults w/ Degrees) Main Campus Only Teacher Leader Endorsement Reading Endorsement Please select a campus: Main Campus Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences Canfield Campus Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development Clinical Mental Health Counseling Specialization Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development School Counseling Specialization Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development Dual Specialization (Clinical Mental Health Counseling & School Counseling) Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development Student Affairs in Higher Education Specialization Division of Humanities Master of Arts in Theology Return this completed booklet to: Walsh University, 2020 East Maple Street, North Canton, Ohio Fax: adice@walsh.edu Website: Walsh is an Equal Opportunity Education Institution Walsh University admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

2 GRADUATE APPLICATION Carefully and thoroughly complete the application. It provides you and us with important information to support your application. (PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT) Full Legal Name Permanent Address Current Mailing Address Employer Employment Address LAST FIRST M.I. MAIDEN STREET CITY STATE ZIP STREET CITY STATE ZIP Position/Title STREET CITY STATE ZIP Phone Number H: ( ) W: ( ) Cell: ( ) Social Security Number Birth Date U.S. Citizen: Yes No Visa (specify type) I plan to initially enroll: Full time Part time Year to Enter: 201 Semester to enter: Fall Spring Summer Currently enrolled at Walsh University? Yes No Major Alumna/alumnus of Walsh University? Yes No Year How did you become interested in Walsh University? Educational Background. List all undergraduate/graduate institutions attended in chronological order (Applicants for bachelor degrees include high school): Name of Institution Location Dates Degree & Date Date of Transcript Request

3 List honors, awards, and scholarships, including dates EDUCATION CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE HELD (If applicable): Type: Prov/Prof/Perm Level: El/Sec/Prin/etc State Issuing Certificate Effective Date GRE / Test Date: GMAT Test Date: MAT Test Date: TOEFL/MELAB Score: (International Students Only) Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? Yes No REFERENCES. To complete and act upon your application we must receive three recommendation forms. Your evaluator must send the recommendation directly to Walsh University; you (the applicant) may not send or transport these forms. You should request that persons qualified to appraise your scholastic aptitude, personal qualities, and professional promise complete the recommendation forms. Provide the names and titles of your three evaluators below: (Not Applicable for MBA) Name Title Date of Reference Request The following information is NOT required for admission, but helps us in our record keeping. Complete on a voluntary basis only. Religious Preference: Ethnic Background: American Indian Caucasian Asian American African American Hispanic American Other List any physical or learning disabilities of which Walsh should be aware: Please certify the accuracy of the information included by signing in the space provided below. Thank you. I certify that the information included in this application accurately represents the academic record. I understand that if I have failed to accurately represent myself Walsh University may reject my application. Signed: Date:

4 APPLICATION PROCESS MBA 3. A copy of current resume. 4. Official GMAT test scores (if applicable) - Walsh Testing Code # Review of application by appropriate department/division. Education 3. Recommendation letters by three persons qualified to appraise scholastic aptitude and personal and professional promise. 4. Notarized affidavit of good moral character. 5. Official GRE or MAT scores - Walsh Testing Code # Evidence of proficiency in written English. Directions for this writing sample found below. 7. Interview with appropriate department/division. 8. Copy of teaching license if applicable. In addition, complete a writing sample and return it with the application booklet. The requirements demonstrate your ability to communicate in written form. The sample should be approximately one (1) typewritten page. Respond to the following questions: 1. What characteristics does the successful teacher possess? 2. Why do you consider these characteristics important? Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling, and Student Affairs in Higher Education 3. Recommendation letters by three persons qualified to appraise scholastic aptitude and personal/professional promise such as past instructor, work supervisor or professional working in the counseling/human service field. 4. Notarized affidavit of good moral character. 5. Official GRE or MAT scores - Walsh Testing Code #1926. (Applicants with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on the baccalaureate transcript are not required to take the GRE or MAT for admission.) 6. Evidence of proficiency in written English through a writing sample addressing two questions. In-state applicants will complete the writing sample at Walsh University and may schedule it before or after their interview with the Program Director. Applicants should contact the CHD Program Administrative Assistant at (330) for scheduling. 7. Interview with Program Director/Faculty. Master of Science in Nursing 1. Submission of a completed Walsh application for admission (online) with the $25 application fee. 2. A current unencumbered Registered Nurse license(s). One year of experience as a Registered Nurse is preferred. 3. Official transcripts documenting a baccalaureate degree in Nursing from a program accredited by a national organization responsible for nursing accreditation (National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or their equivalent). Transcripts should document a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale on all undergraduate coursework. Transcripts must be in English and credentials evaluated when appropriate. 4. Completion of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).* 5. Completion of an Undergraduate or graduate Statistics course. 6. Two professional letters of recommendation supporting the applicant s potential success in the Master s program from graduate prepared nurses or faculty members who can address the applicant s potential or ability for functioning in the CNL or Education role (clinical skills, critical thinking, independent decision making, collaborative skills with other health professionals, and nursing leadership). Applicants currently enrolled in a nursing program must submit at least one (1) recommendation from a faculty member in that program. 7. Resume or CV with your application that includes work experience, educational, leadership and professional organization activities, and scholarly activities including publications, presentations, research, honors and awards. 8. A 1-2 page essay that will serve as the basis for the admission interview with faculty. It should address the following areas: Reasons for seeking advanced education in the MSN program at this time in your career Academic and career goals and how the MSN education will help you to realize those goals Personal and professional attributes that will contribute to your success in the program The essay should be typed in APA format. Consideration will be given to both the quality of writing and the congruence between stated goals and those of the program. 9. An Interview with Graduate Program Admissions Committee is required. The interview will be arranged after preliminary review of academic credentials and application materials. The purpose of the interview is to evaluate communication and decision-making skills; educational goals; and current leadership, scholarship, practice roles and activities. * If the applicant meets all other admission requirements, the GRE requirement is delayed until after the first course in the program is taken. If the student is successful in earning a B or better in the first course of the program, the GRE requirement is waived.

5 Theology 3. Recommendation letters by three persons qualified to appraise scholastic aptitude and personal and professional promise. 4. Notarized affidavit of good moral character. 5. Official GRE or MAT scores - Walsh Testing Code # Evidence of proficiency in written English: Your essay should be written in four major paragraphs (see below for requirements). It should be typed, double spaced, using 12 point font, and should not be over two double-spaced pages in length. Requirements: 1. Essay should include a brief autobiography 2. What is your definition of Ecclesial leadership? 3. What gift do you bring to ecclesial ministry? 4. Why do you think you would make a good Ecclesial leader? 7. Interview with appropriate department/division. Doctor of Nursing Practice 1. Submission of a completed Walsh application for admission(online) with the $25 application fee. 2. A current unencumbered Registered Nurse license(s). Two years experience as an RN is preferred. 3. Official transcripts documenting a baccalaureate degree in Nursing from a program accredited by a national organization responsible for nursing accreditation (National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or their equivalent). Transcripts should document a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale on all undergraduate and graduate coursework. Transcripts must be in English and credentials evaluated when appropriate. 4. Completion of a graduate level statistics and research course. 5. Applicants must have an earned master s degree. If the applicant is an advanced practice nurse, they must hold or be eligible for national certification in a specialty and supply current advanced practice nursing certification documents. Those with the earned MSN or master s degree in a relevant healthcare specialty should include all official transcripts from previously attended college(s)/university(ies). 6. Two professional letters of recommendation supporting the applicant s potential success in the DNP program from graduate prepared nurses or faculty members who can addressthe applicant s potential or ability for functioning in the advanced practice or research role (clinical skills, critical thinking, independent decision making, collaborative skills with other health professionals, and nursing leadership). Applicants currently enrolled in a nursing program must submit at least one (1) recommendation from a faculty member in that program. 7. Resume or CV with your application that includes work experience, educational, leadership and professional organization activities, and scholarly activities including publications, presentations, research, honors and awards. 8. A 3-5 page essay that will serve as the basis for the admission interview with faculty. It should address the following areas: Reasons for seeking advanced education in the DNP program at this time in your career Academic and career goals and how the DNP education will help you to realize those goals. Personal and professional attributes that will contribute to your success in the program Specific ways your current role would be enhanced through DNP education An evidence-based issue of interest that could result in a system or policy change and improvement. For example, this may be a practice improvement issue, a clinical management change, or an area of clinical research. Include the significance of the problem, a brief review of iterature, and identify stakeholders and/or institutions that could be impacted by the change. The essay should be typed in APA format. The essay will be evaluated regarding both the quality of writing and the congruence between stated goals and those of the program. 9. Documentation of clinical hours completed in the Master s program 10. An Interview with the Graduate Program Admissions Committee is required. The interview will be arranged after preliminary review of academic credentials and application materials. The purpose of the interview is to evaluate communication and decision-making skills; educational goals; and current leadership, scholarship, practice roles and activities. International Applicants must provide: a. MELAB or TOFEL scores if English is not their first language. b. English translation of relevant course descriptions from college bulletin(s) where they completed their coursework. c. Documentation (if bachelor s or advanced degree earned) that the applicant graduated from an institution registered in the International Handbook of Universities. d. Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling applicants from other countries or those who must complete a telephone interview need to contact the Program Administrative Assistant for instructions regarding completing the writing sample.

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