Graduate Application for Admission

THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY of AMERICA G R A D U A T E S T U D I E S R E A S O N. F A I T H. S E R V I C E. Graduate Application for Admission

Graduate TABLE OF CONTENTS, DEADLINES, AND CHECKLIST Thank you for your interest in The Catholic University of America. The information included in this booklet is designed to assist you in the application process. If you have questions, please call the Office of Graduate Admissions at 202-319-5057 or 1-800-673-2772. TABLE OF CONTENTS Applying for Admission..................... 1 Requirements for Admission................ 1 International Students..................... 2 Applicants Seeking Nondegree Status........ 2 Submitting Your Application................ 2 The Admission Decision................... 2 Housing Services........................ 2 Application for Graduate Admission (Degree-seeking applicants)................ 3 Application for Nondegree Status Students...... 7 Supplemental Information.................... 9 GRADUATE APPLICATION DEADLINES Programs Most M.A. Graduate Programs* Architecture and Planning Clinical Psychology Ph.D. Ph.D. Graduate Programs Fall Deadline No later than July 15 Spring Deadline No later than Nov. 1 Summer Deadline No later than April 1 Jan. 15 Oct. 15 Jan. 15 Dec. 1 X X Feb. 1 varies varies In many cases schools and their individual departments have set higher admissions standards and/or limited the number of spaces available for new graduate students. Therefore, we encourage applicants to master s programs to submit completed applications as soon as possible, but no later than one month prior to the start date of the term (Aug. 1, Dec. 1, or April 1). All doctoral applications, with the exception of Clinical Psychology, should be submitted by Feb. 1. IMPORTANT SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION If you would like to be considered for university scholarships, applications must be received by Feb. 1. Some schools may have extended scholarship deadlines. Please contact the school to which you are applying for further information. GRADUATE APPLICATION CHECKLIST The following materials are required of all degree-seeking students: Completed and Signed Application Form Statement of Purpose Official Copies of Academic Transcripts Three Letters of Recommendation (schools and specific fields of study may require different numbers of recommendations) Standardized Test Scores (please allow six weeks for official test scores to arrive at the university). Individual schools requirements are outlined at http://admissions.cua.edu/requirements. Please ensure your school requires test scores for admission. The university requires the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) for scholarship consideration. The Catholic University of America codes are: GRE (5104), MAT (1042) and TOEFL (5104). Nonrefundable $60 Application Fee Additional Degree/Program Requirements (as specified for your area of study) Supplemental International Documents (international students only). See page 2 for more information. * Most master s programs have rolling admissions. A decision will be rendered four to six weeks after the application is complete.

Admission APPLYING FOR ADMISSION APPLYING FOR ADMISSION The application process requires thoughtful preparation. Before completing any forms, you must review the specific requirements of the school and proposed field of study for which you are applying. Guidelines for applying online can be found on the Web at http://admissions.cua.edu. REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION All applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution of higher learning. Academic records should indicate that the applicant is prepared to pursue advanced study and research in the field or fields in which he or she intends to specialize. Applicants who have received a bachelor s degree from a nonaccredited institution or who have completed an educational program equivalent to a bachelor s degree may be admitted if their undergraduate scholastic records indicate superior ability in the field in which they intend to specialize. Below is a list of application materials that are required for all degree-seeking applicants. (A separate application is required for nondegree-seeking students. See page 7 for details.) Schools and specific fields of study require different numbers of recommendations and many require supplemental materials. For information on the requirements of your proposed field of study, please refer to the individual school page inserts included in this packet, also available online at http://admissions.cua.edu/requirements. Completed and Signed Application Form Please type or print the application form (see pages 3 6). Please answer all required questions. If you prefer to apply for admission online, visit http://admissions.cua.edu/application. Statement of Purpose Your statement must follow the length and content requirements of the school and program to which you are applying. Please see the school page insert for further details. Official Copies of Academic Transcripts Official university/college transcripts bearing the official seal of the institution and the signature of the registrar are required for all previous postsecondary education. Request the registrar of EACH institution you attended to send copies of your transcript to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Transcripts should show the degree earned, courses completed toward the degree, the grade in each course, and the basis for grading in effect at the institution. If a transcript is not written in English, a certified, translated copy must be submitted. Certified copies are acceptable but photocopies are not. Acceptance into university graduate programs for applicants in their final year of undergraduate study is provisional until the receipt of their final transcript showing the conferral of their undergraduate degree. Provisional admission will affect a student s eligibility for federal aid. Please see http://financialaid.cua.edu for more information. Three Letters of Recommendation Graduate schools require recommendation of academic qualification for graduate study. Check the individual school requirements for the specific numbers and types of recommendations required by your field of study. Confidential Recommendation Forms are included in this packet and can also be found online at http://admissions.cua.edu/forms. Recommendations should be returned with your application or sent directly by the recommender to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Forms and letters should be sent in a sealed envelope with the recommender s signature across the seal. Recommenders may use their own letterhead, including their name both signed and printed, along with the applicant s full name. Standardized Test Scores Most graduate programs require scores from standardized tests. You must arrange to have the appropriate official score reports mailed to the Office of Graduate Admissions by the testing service. Please refer to the school page insert to determine which scores are required or preferred by your proposed field of study. Test scores more than five years old are not accepted for admissions review. The Catholic University of America codes are: GRE (5104), MAT (1042) and TOEFL (5104). Application Fee Please include a check or money order for $60 (nonrefundable) payable, in U.S. currency, to The Catholic University of America. The application fee is waived only for applicants who are registered currently and taking classes at CUA, for Project 1000 participants, and for McNair Scholars. Requirements by School or Major Schools and specific programs have additional requirements. Please refer to the school page insert and/or Graduate Studies Announcements (available online at http://home.cua.edu) to determine whether your proposed field of study has additional requirements. Supplemental Documentation for International Students 1

Admission APPLYING FOR ADMISSION INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS All international students must complete and submit the Graduate Application for Admission (pages 3 6); those admitted to a program at The Catholic University of America will receive more information regarding an I-20. Evidence of proficiency in the English language is required. If English is not your native language and you do not have a degree from a U.S. institution of higher education, you must submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score report. Catholic University s TOEFL code is 5104. Proficiency in the English language may also be proven by an acceptable score using the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Please call the Office of Graduate Admissions (202-319- 5057) regarding the acceptability of the IELTS for your program. APPLICANTS SEEKING NONDEGREE STATUS An applicant who does not wish to pursue a degree program at The Catholic University of America but wishes to follow courses independently may apply for admission as a nondegree student. If you are applying for admission as a nondegree-seeking student you are required to submit the following materials: Completed and Signed Nondegree Application Official Copies of Academic Transcripts for Bachelor s Degree Nonrefundable $60 Application Fee Admission as a nondegree student is limited to a single semester or summer session or nine credit hours, unless renewed by the dean of the school for registration in subsequent consecutive semesters or summer sessions. Nondegree students who subsequently wish to apply for degree study must file the degree-seeking application and documents, and be accepted officially for degree study. Since the mere accumulation of courses will not satisfy degree requirements, one should consult the appropriate dean or department chair before enrolling. A nondegreeseeking student may take up to nine graduate credits, which may be counted toward degree requirements if full acceptance to a degree program is granted. SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION To prevent delays in processing your application, all materials (with the exception of official standardized test scores) should be included with your application form. Applications will not be reviewed for an admission decision until they are complete. After you have completed your application form and gathered the supporting documents, mail them to: The Catholic University of America Office of Graduate Admissions 620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, DC 20064 THE ADMISSION DECISION After a complete application is received, it is sent to the Admission Committee, which may include the dean of the school, department chair, and any number of faculty members, for immediate evaluation. (Processing a complete application to decision usually takes four to six weeks.) All applications and supporting documents become the property of The Catholic University of America and cannot be returned. All application materials are held for one year. After an admission decision has been made, a decision letter is sent to the applicant. A positive admission decision letter that includes an offer of admission is valid for the semester stated within the letter. Any admitted student wishing to defer his or her start date must notify the Office of Graduate Admissions and the dean of the relevant school of this intent in writing. Students who fail to register for the semester for which they have received acceptance are required to reapply for admission. Admission to graduate studies does not imply admission to candidacy for a degree, which is granted only after completion of required courses and examinations. HOUSING SERVICES You can obtain information concerning housing options by visiting the housing website at http://housing.cua.edu or by contacting Housing Services at 202-319-5615. 2

Application APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE ADMISSION Please type or print. ADMISSIONS REQUESTED Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20 Full-time Part-time Have you applied to CUA before? Yes No If yes, year applied Have you attended CUA before? Yes No If yes, dates attended Student ID STUDENT DATA Legal Name As it appears on legal documents First Name Full Middle Name Last Name Nickname Maiden Name Suffix Jr. II III Other Gender Male Female Social Security Number Birth Date / / E-mail Address mm dd yyyy Business Phone Number ( ) - Home Phone Number ( ) - Permanent Home Address If different from above, please give your current address to which all admissions information will be sent. Mailing Address Current Mailing Address valid until Citizenship U.S. Citizen Dual U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident Other Citizenship Country(ies) of Citizenship Do you hold a visa to the U.S.? Yes No If yes, visa type Will you require a visa? Yes No OPTIONAL INFORMATION (Information provided is not used in a discriminatory manner.) If you wish to be identified with a particular group, please check all that apply: 1) Are you Hispanic/Latino? Yes, Hispanic or Latino (including Spain) No 2) Regardless of your answer to the prior question, please select one or more of the following ethnicities that best describe you: American Indian or Alaska Native (including all Original Peoples of the Americas) Are you enrolled? Yes No If yes, please enter Tribal Enrollment Number Asian (including Indian subcontinent and Philippines) Black or African American (including Africa and Caribbean) Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Island (Original Peoples) Please describe your background White (Including Middle Eastern) Military Status Not Applicable Active Inactive Retired Reserve: Branch (over) 3

Application for Graduate Admission (Cont.) Religious Preference Buddhist Hindu Muslim Jewish Catholic Christian Other If Roman or Eastern Catholic, specify your (arch) diocese Specify denomination Seminarian Yes No If Yes: Diocesan Religious Formation Residence DESIRED PROGRAM OF STUDY To complete the following, consult the enclosed list of graduate degree programs or visit http://admissions.cua.edu. School Degree School of Architecture and Planning School of Arts and Sciences School of Canon Law School of Engineering Benjamin T. Rome School of Music School of Nursing School of Philosophy Metropolitan School of Professional Studies National Catholic School of Social Service For NCSSS: Transfer Advanced Standing School of Theology and Religious Studies Doctoral Master s Certificate Other (please indicate) Program Concentration (required for School of Nursing and two-year Master of Architecture Program) EDUCATIONAL DATA List all colleges/universities where you have taken courses for credit. Please submit official transcripts. Name/Location Major Degree Awarded Graduation Year (e.g., B.A., M.A., Ph.D.) (if applicable) 4

Application for Graduate Admission (Cont.) TEST INFORMATION GRE Date (taken, scheduled, or planned to be taken) Verbal Quantitative Writing Date (taken, scheduled, or planned to be taken) Verbal Quantitative Writing MAT Date (taken, scheduled, or planned to be taken) Score Test of English Proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS) Test Date (taken, scheduled, or planned to be taken) Overall Score Test Date (taken, scheduled, or planned to be taken) Overall Score EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Current Employer Location Title/Position Full or Part Time Receiving Tuition Benefits (Yes/No) RECOMMENDATIONS Please list individuals who will provide recommendations. Name Title/Organization RÉSUMÉ Please feel free to include an updated résumé, which may list academic awards and honors, professional, cultural and volunteer activities, as well as employment history. (over) 5

Application for Graduate Admission (Cont.) 1) Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any educational or professional institution (or the international equivalent), whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral misconduct, that resulted in your probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion from the institution? Yes No 2) Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime? Yes No If you have answered yes to either or both questions, please attach a separate sheet of paper that gives the approximate date of each incident and explains the circumstances. The applicant understands and agrees that this application and any other information received by the Office of Graduate Admissions are property of The Catholic University of America and shall be considered confidential. An enrolled student s access to his/her educational records is governed by CUA s Student Records Policy. Certain items are excluded from access, including letters of recommendation to which the student has previously waived access. It is further agreed and understood by the applicant that The Catholic University of America is a private institution and, as such, retains the right to terminate a student s matriculation at any time his or her academic performance is seriously deficient or his or her conduct becomes injurious to the maintenance of good order or disruptive to the academic atmosphere. The applicant affirms the information and statements contained in this application are, to the best of his/her knowledge, true, correct, and complete. The applicant agrees to promptly notify The Catholic University of America of any changes to this application. Signature Date / / THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY of AMERICA Office of Graduate Admissions 620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, DC 20064 Telephone: 202-319-5057 Toll Free: 1-800-673-2772 Website: http://admissions.cua.edu 6

Application APPLICATION FOR NONDEGREE STATUS STUDENTS An applicant who does not wish to pursue a degree program at The Catholic University of America but wishes to follow courses independently may apply for admission as a nondegree student. Admission as a nondegree student is limited to a single semester, summer session, or nine credit hours unless renewed by the dean of the school for registration in subsequent consecutive semesters or summer sessions. Nondegree students who subsequently wish to apply for degree study must file the degree-seeking application, provide supporting documents, and be accepted officially for degree study. Since the mere accumulation of courses will not satisfy degree requirements, one should consult the appropriate dean or department chair before enrolling. A nondegree-seeking student may take up to nine credits, which may be counted toward degree requirements if full acceptance to a degree program is granted. NONDEGREE APPLICATION CHECKLIST Nonrefundable application fee of $60 Completed and signed nondegree application Official copies of academic transcripts for bachelor s degree Please type or print the following and return with application fee to Office of Admissions Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20 STUDENT DATA Legal Name As it appears on legal documents First Name Full Middle Name Last Name Nickname Maiden Name Suffix Jr. II III Other Gender Male Female Social Security Number Birth Date / / E-mail Address mm dd yyyy Business Phone Number ( ) - Home Phone Number ( ) - Permanent Home Address If different from above, please give your current address to which all admissions information will be sent. Mailing Address Current Mailing Address valid until Citizenship U.S. Citizen Dual U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident Other Citizenship Country(ies) of Citizenship Do you hold a visa to the U.S.? Yes No If yes, visa type Will you require a visa? Yes No OPTIONAL INFORMATION (Information provided is not used in a discriminatory manner.) If you wish to be identified with a particular group, please check all that apply: 1) Are you Hispanic/Latino? Yes, Hispanic or Latino (including Spain) No 2) Regardless of your answer to the prior question, please select one or more of the following ethnicities that best describe you: American Indian or Alaska Native (including all Original Peoples of the Americas) Are you enrolled? Yes No If yes, please enter Tribal Enrollment Number (over) 7

OPTIONAL INFORMATION (Cont.) Asian (including Indian subcontinent and Philippines) Black or African American (including Africa and Caribbean) Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Island (Original Peoples) White (Including Middle Eastern) Please describe your background Religious Preference Buddhist Hindu Muslim Jewish Catholic Christian Other If Roman or Eastern Catholic, specify your (arch) diocese Specify denomination SELECT THE ACADEMIC SCHOOL TO WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING To complete the following, consult the enclosed list of graduate degree programs School of Architecture and Planning Benjamin T. Rome School of Music Metropolitan School of Professional Studies School of Arts and Sciences School of Nursing National Catholic School of Social Service School of Canon Law School of Philosophy School of Theology and Religious Studies School of Engineering Department Specify course(s) you plan to take. EDUCATIONAL DATA List all colleges/universities where you have taken courses for credit. Please submit official transcripts. Name/Location Major Degree Awarded Graduation Year (e.g., B.A., M.A., Ph.D.) (if applicable) 1) Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any educational or professional institution (or the international equivalent), whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral misconduct, that resulted in your probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion from the institution? Yes No 2) Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime? Yes No If you have answered yes to either or both questions, please attach a separate sheet of paper that gives the approximate date of each incident and explains the circumstances. The applicant understands and agrees that this application and any other information received by the Office of Graduate Admissions are property of The Catholic University of America and shall be considered confidential. An enrolled student s access to his/her educational records is governed by CUA s Student Records Policy. Certain items are excluded from access, including letters of recommendation to which the student has previously waived access. It is further agreed and understood by the applicant that The Catholic University of America is a private institution and, as such, retains the right to terminate a student s matriculation at any time his or her academic performance is seriously deficient or his or her conduct becomes injurious to the maintenance of good order or disruptive to the academic atmosphere. The applicant affirms the information and statements contained in this application are, to the best of his or her knowledge, true, correct, and complete. The applicant agrees to promptly notify The Catholic University of America of any changes to this application. Signature Date / / 8

Information SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION The Catholic University of America admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, or disability to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the university. It does not discriminate against students or applicants for admission, or employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or on the basis of sex, age, or disability, in the administration of its educational or admissions policies or in any aspect of its operations. STUDENT HANDBOOK Information on student responsibilities, the aid renewal process, required standards of academic progress, eligibility requirements, services for students with disabilities, the university drug and alcohol policies, and other valuable information are available in the Student Handbook. To obtain a copy of the Student Handbook call 202-319-5714 or visit http://studentlife.cua.edu. REQUIRED TITLE IV AND TITLE IX DISCLOSURES By law the availability of certain information about CUA must be disclosed to all prospective students. This includes information on financial assistance, costs of attendance, accreditation, the Department of Public Safety Annual Report (which includes information on campus security and crime statistics, crime prevention tips, and the Safe Ride program), graduation rates, and athletic program participation rates. This information is available online at http://counsel.cua.edu/studlife/publications/consumer info.cfm. Paper copies of this information may be obtained by contacting the Office of General Counsel at 202-319- 5142 or via e-mail at cua-generalcounsel@cua.edu. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES Disability services designed to support and encourage the integration of students with disabilities into the mainstream of the university community are provided through the Office of Disability Support Services. To be eligible for services at CUA, students must register with DSS and submit documentation of disability. For more information on services or documentation requirements and registration procedures, please contact the Office of Disability Support Services at 202-319-5211, TTY 202-299-2899, e-mail cua-disabilityservices@cua.edu or visit the DSS website at http://disabilityservices.cua.edu. Information regarding accreditation and licensing is available in the Graduate Announcements or online at http://home.cua.edu. Accreditation documents are available in the Office of the Provost. Copies will be made available upon request. Information regarding Teacher Education Programs Reporting and Disclosure Requirements under Title II 20 U.S.C 1027 (f) can be obtained by calling the Department of Education at Catholic University at 202-319-5800. 9

THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY of AMERICA Office of Graduate Admissions 620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, DC 20064 Telephone: 202-319-5057 Toll Free: 1-800-673-2772 Website: http://admissions.cua.edu