school of graduate studies

school of graduate studies

SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES FACT SHEET tuition & fees $600 to $670 per credit (program specific) Application Fee: $55 (one time only) Enrollment Fee: $200 (one time only) Annual Parking Fee $135, pro-rated (plus $5.95 processing) Tuition and fees are subject to change. See the website for current financial information, additional fees, and tuition discount information: chc.edu/graduate/admissions. financial aid Federal loans are available for accepted students taking 4.5 credits or more per term. Nine credits is considered full time. NOTE: Some nondegree programs may not eligible. Financial aid counselors are available to assist you. For information, please call 215.248.7182 or e-mail finaid@chc.edu. There are a limited number of Graduate Assistantships for accepted students who have taken at least six credits and have a minimum graduate GPA of 3.75. For more information, please e-mail gradschool@chc.edu. application guidelines Chestnut Hill College has a rolling admissions policy for graduate applicants. In order for file reviews to take place in time for registration, and for an adequate number of courses to be offered, application requirements should be received by the following dates: for Fall Semester, July 1; for Spring, November 1; for Summer, March 1. Extensions may be granted by contacting gradadmissions@chc.edu. length of program Students may attend part-time or full-time. Most graduate programs may be completed within two years; however, the maximum time to complete a program is six years. NOTE: It is the prospective student s responsibility to schedule the required interviews and ensure that all materials have been received by the Graduate Admissions Office. Applicants should contact gradadmissions@ chc.edu if they have not been notified and believe all requirements should have been received. Submitted materials become the property of Chestnut Hill College. Although there are no strict minimums for requirements, application decisions are based on strength of requirements, applicant s fit with the program goals, as well as ability to contribute to a collaborative learning environment as demonstrated throughout the admissions process. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate and professional verbal and written correspondence. Chestnut Hill College is committed to providing equal educational opportunities for qualified students in keeping with their career and professional goals. In all of its policies and operations, the College complies with applicable federal and state laws. Before beginning a field of study, students are responsible for ensuring their eligibility based on requirements and issues related to licensure, certification, and/or employment in their desired field of interest (such as GPA, course selection, criminal background checks, state certification and professional licensure requirements, internship requirements, etc.). non-matriculating and pre-matriculating status Students in this category may take a limited number of credits depending on their program of study. To apply, submit an application and official transcript from the accredited undergraduate degree-granting institution. Students may present unofficial transcripts for initial registration; however, no CHC grades or transcripts will be issued until an official transcript showing bachelor s degree conferral is received. NOTE: Qualification for Federal Loans is contingent upon formal acceptance and eligibility of program, based on Federal Loan guidelines. Successful completion of non- and pre-matriculated courses does not guarantee acceptance. A grade below B in a non/pre-matriculated CHC course will prohibit admission to the School of Graduate Studies. matriculating status DEGREE: Students who wish to apply for a Master of Education or Master of Science Degree must adhere to the following requirements in order to be considered for acceptance. Early contact with the Graduate Admissions Office is strongly encouraged. NOTE: CHC graduates are not required to submit official transcripts. Applicants with previous master s or doctoral degrees may be exempt from standardized tests and/or other requirements. Please contact the Director of Graduate Admissions for your specific application requirements. Applicants are informed of admission decisions through an e-mail from the Director of Graduate Admissions and a letter from the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. Submit the completed application form and fee. Submit all official transcripts in sealed envelopes. Submit official standardized test scores as required: Administration of Human Services: GRE or MAT (or on-site essay) Clinical & Counseling Psychology - GRE or MAT Instructional Technology - GRE, MAT, or passing Praxis I or PAPA Education - GPA of 3.0 or above: no test required for admission Education - GPA under 3.0: contact EducationDivision@chc.edu Submit three recommendations: academic and professional only; no personal references accepted; please use attached forms; the choice of references is evaluated also. Submit Professional Goals Essay: Essay will be graded for writing ability and content. Please see the Instructions for Professional Goals Essay. Interview with a Department Representative Qualified applicants will be contacted to make an appointment. Submit an on-site writing sample, if requested by the Department Chair, Program Coordinator, or Director of Graduate Admissions. NON-DEGREE: Students who wish to apply for all other purposes, including certificates of advanced study (CAS), certification or licensure preparation, and professional development in excess of the pre-matriculating limit, must adhere to the above requirements. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Contact the Director of Global Education (215.248.7989) prior to beginning the application process. In addition to the above, international students whose first language is not English must submit acceptable TOEFL or IELTS scores or pass an eligible ESL program either at CHC or another institution. The I-20 Certificate of Eligibility will be sent after acceptance into the graduate program. SEND APPLICATION & $55 NON-REFUNDABLE FEE TO: GRADUATE ADMISSIONS CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE 9601 GERMANTOWN AVENUE PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118-2693

OFFICIAL USE ONLY ID # Rec d Fee Rec d school of graduate studies application The Doctoral Program requires a different application available at www.chc.edu/graduate. Please print clearly or type. In order to be processed, all information requested on this form must be completed. personal information NAME LAST FIRST MIDDLE OTHER NAME(S) ON TRANSCRIPT STREET ADDRESS APT # CITY STATE ZIP E-MAIL HOME PHONE CELL RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION GENDER MARITAL STATUS As required by the Federal Government, the following race/ethnicity questions enable diversity research as well as grant qualification and program development. This information will never be used in decisions concerning admission, registration, and/or employment. Please check your response in both columns below as accurately as possible. If you choose not to answer, please check here: Please check one or more of the following: Hispanic, Latino, or of Spanish Origin Cuban Puerto Rican South American None of these American Indian or Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander White citizenship SOCIAL SECURITY # BIRTHDATE BIRTHPLACE COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP IF NOT A U.S. CITIZEN, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING: VISA TYPE NATIVE LANGUAGE PERMANENT RESIDENT # program information PLEASE LIST ENTIRE PROGRAM OF INTEREST; SEE PROGRAM OF STUDY GUIDE FOR COMPLETE LIST. PROGRAM OF INTEREST: I plan to begin: Fall Spring Summer of 20 Non-matriculating (no program/visiting student) Pre-matriculating (credit limits apply) Matriculating student (accepted) Main Campus (Chestnut Hill) Center Valley Campus (DeSales University) Pottstown Campus (MCCC) All Programs Clinical & Counseling Psychology Administration of Human Services

education Graduate College/University (Name) (City/State/Country) (s: From To) (Specialization) (GPA) (Degree Received/Total Credits) Undergraduate College/University (Name) (City/State/Country) (s: From To) (Major) (GPA) (Degree Received/Total Credits) Undergraduate College/University (Name) (City/State/Country) (s: From To) (Major) (GPA) (Degree Received/Total Credits) Certification(s) previously attained (name/date) employment Present Employer and Position Address City State ZIP E-mail Phone Start / / in case of emergency Name Relationship to You Address City State ZIP E-mail Phone other information Heard about the program from (please check all that apply): Faculty Referral Student Referral Billboard Graduate Fair Radio Advertisement Brochure Friend Postcard Information Session Newspaper Advertisement Internet (specify website) Other (specify) I have read and understand the foregoing application, and affi rm that all information on my application is complete, factually correct, and honestly represented. I understand that withholding information or submitting false or misleading information may make me ineligible for admission to the college or subject to dismissal. Before beginning a field of study, I am responsible for ensuring my eligibility based on requirements and issues related to licensure, certification, and/or employment in my desired field of interest, including GPA, course selection, criminal background checks, state certification and professional licensure requirements, and internship requirements. Applicant s Signature

program of study guide CLINICAL AND COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS M.S. with Child & Adolescent Therapy Concentration M.S. with Child & Adolescent Therapy Concentration: Specialization in Autism Spectrum Disorders* M.S. with Co-Occurring Disorders Concentration M.S. with Couple & Family Therapy Concentration M.S. with Trauma Studies Concentration M.S. with Generalist Curriculum CAS in Child & Adolescent Therapy (post master s only) CAS in Co-Occurring Disorders (post master s only) CAS in Couple & Family Therapy (post master s only) CAS in Trauma Studies (post master s only) CAS LPC Licensure Preparation (post master s only) CAS LMFT Licensure Preparation (post master s only) Professional Development (non-matriculating) * ASD courses are offered at Main Campus only PLEASE NOTE: The Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program (Psy.D.) requires a different application as well as different requirements and procedures. Contact gradadmissions@chc.edu. INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS M.S. with Instructional Design and E-Learning Specialization M.S. with Instructional Design and E-Learning with PDE-Approved Instructional Technology Specialist: K-12 Certifi cation Preparation CAS Instructional Technology Specialist Certifi cation CAS Instructional Technology (post-master s) Certifi cate of Professional Development ADMINISTRATION OF HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS M.S. Administration of Human Services Certifi cates of Professional Development/Concentrations in: Leadership Development Adult and Aging EDUCATION PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS PDE-APPROVED DEGREE PROGRAMS M.Ed. Early Education: PreK-4 Education Dual: PreK-4 Education & Special Education PreK-8 Early Education with Montessori Certifi cation preparation M.Ed. Elementary/Middle-Level Education: Elementary/Middle Education 4-8 Dual: Elementary/Middle Education 4-8 & Special Ed PreK-8 M.Ed. Secondary Education: Secondary Education (Choose Content Area) Biology 7-12 Chemistry 7-12 General Science 7-12 English 7-12 Mathematics 7-12 Social Studies 7-12 Foreign Language K-12 (French, Spanish) Dual: Secondary Education & Special Education 7-12 M.Ed. Special Education (Prior Certifi cation Required): Special Education PreK-8 Special Education 7-12 M.Ed. Reading (Prior Certifi cation Required): Reading Specialist K-12 M.Ed. Educational Leadership K-12 School Principal PDE-APPROVED CERTIFICATION PREPARATION PROGRAMS PreK-4 Education Elementary/Middle-Level Education Grades 4-8 Secondary Education 7-12: Biology, Chemistry, General Science, English, Mathematics, Social Studies K-12: Foreign Language: French or Spanish Special Education PreK-8* Special Education 7-12* Reading Specialist K-12* School Principal K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist: K-12 Certifi cate in Montessori Early Education * Prior Certifi cation Required PDE ENDORSEMENT CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Autism Endorsement PreK-12 Instructional Coach Endorsement PreK-12 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (no program/non-matriculating)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR GOALS ESSAY The Professional Goals Essay is an important requirement and should be a well-written, insightful, and succinct academic-style paper of 400 to 600 words. Type with 1.5 or double spacing. Format your paper correctly, and include your name, date and specific program of interest in the upper left corner (see Program of Study Guide for list of programs). Discuss your academic and professional goals in relation to your life experiences and career plans. Include what you hope to bring to the classroom and your chosen field. Explain the specific reasons the Chestnut Hill College program you have chosen meets your goals and needs. Essay will be graded by a writing professional and by a department chair or coordinator. Emphases include: Overall writing ability: organization of paper, reflected motivation for program, logic, development, and creativity Sentence construction: 1) avoid awkward sentence structure, run-ons, and fragments and 2) use sentence variety (ex. every other sentence should not begin with I ) Grammar: use/placement of adjectives, adverbs, and participles, tense and verb-form agreement Punctuation: placement of commas, semi-colons, etc., and use of capitals Content: overall communication of ideas, coherence, depth, maturity, clarity of purpose, connection between goals and experience, connection between goals and career plans, compatibility and connection between goals and CHC program of interest Please take the time to reflect on your goals, demonstrate your BEST writing skills, and proofread your essay carefully. notes & reminders

school of graduate studies recommendation form Please print clearly or type. In order to be processed, all information requested on this form must be completed. to be completed by applicant: Applicant s Name (Last) (First) (Middle) E-mail Program of Interest I agree that the recommendation I am requesting shall be held by Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies, and I hereby waive any rights to examine it. Yes No Applicant s Signature Recommender s Name Title Organization Address City State Zip Phone to be completed by recommender: 1. How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant? 2. Are you aware of the applicant s academic record? Yes No Do you feel the applicant is prepared academically for the challenges of the program? Yes No Do you feel the applicant is prepared emotionally for the challenges of the program? Yes No 3. Please assess the applicant in the following areas and indicate the reference group used for your judgements (i.e., employees, students). Reference Group: Outstanding Top 1-2% Superior Top 5% Excellent Good Average Poor Unable to Judge Written Communication Skills Verbal Communication Skills Quantitative Skills Problem-Solving Skills Decision-Making Skills Ability to Work with Others

4. Please provide a written evaluation of the applicant either below or attach a separate document to this form, preferably on your organization s letterhead. Describe the applicant in terms of existing abilities and potential growth in a graduate program. Address applicant s strengths, weaknesses, ability to organize and communicate ideas, seriousness, maturity, and stability in the face of difficulty. Thank you. 5. If English is not the applicant s native language, please comment on his/her oral and written English proficiency. Oral Written Recommender s Signature Please return to: Graduate Admissions Chestnut Hill College 9601 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118 GradAdmissions@chc.edu Phone: 215.248.7097 Fax: 215.248.7161 www.chc.edu/graduate

school of graduate studies recommendation form Please print clearly or type. In order to be processed, all information requested on this form must be completed. to be completed by applicant: Applicant s Name (Last) (First) (Middle) Email Program of Interest I agree that the recommendation I am requesting shall be held by Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies, and I hereby waive any rights to examine it. Yes No Applicant s Signature Recommender s Name Title Organization Address City State Zip Phone to be completed by recommender: 1. How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant? 2. Are you aware of the applicant s academic record? Yes No Do you feel the applicant is prepared academically for the challenges of the program? Yes No Do you feel the applicant is prepared emotionally for the challenges of the program? Yes No 3. Please assess the applicant in the following areas and indicate the reference group used for your judgements (i.e., employees, students). Reference Group: Outstanding Top 1-2% Superior Top 5% Excellent Good Average Poor Unable to Judge Written Communication Skills Verbal Communication Skills Quantitative Skills Problem-Solving Skills Decision-Making Skills Ability to Work with Others

4. Please provide a written evaluation of the applicant either below or attach a separate document to this form, preferably on your organization s letterhead. Describe the applicant in terms of existing abilities and potential growth in a graduate program. Address applicant s strengths, weaknesses, ability to organize and communicate ideas, seriousness, maturity, and stability in the face of difficulty. Thank you. 5. If English is not the applicant s native language, please comment on his/her oral and written English proficiency. Oral Written Recommender s Signature Please return to: Graduate Admissions Chestnut Hill College 9601 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118 GradAdmissions@chc.edu Phone: 215.248.7097 Fax: 215.248.7161 www.chc.edu/graduate

school of graduate studies recommendation form Please print clearly or type. In order to be processed, all information requested on this form must be completed. to be completed by applicant: Applicant s Name (Last) (First) (Middle) Email Program of Interest I agree that the recommendation I am requesting shall be held by Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies, and I hereby waive any rights to examine it. Yes No Applicant s Signature Recommender s Name Title Organization Address City State Zip Phone to be completed by recommender: 1. How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant? 2. Are you aware of the applicant s academic record? Yes No Do you feel the applicant is prepared academically for the challenges of the program? Yes No Do you feel the applicant is prepared emotionally for the challenges of the program? Yes No 3. Please assess the applicant in the following areas and indicate the reference group used for your judgements (i.e., employees, students). Reference Group: Outstanding Top 1-2% Superior Top 5% Excellent Good Average Poor Unable to Judge Written Communication Skills Verbal Communication Skills Quantitative Skills Problem-Solving Skills Decision-Making Skills Ability to Work with Others

4. Please provide a written evaluation of the applicant either below or on a separate document attached to this form, preferably on your organization s letterhead. Describe the applicant in terms of existing abilities and potential growth in a graduate program. Address applicant s strengths, weaknesses, ability to organize and communicate ideas, seriousness, maturity, and stability in the face of difficulty. Thank you. 5. If English is not the applicant s native language, please comment on his/her oral and written English proficiency. Oral Written Recommender s Signature Please return to: Graduate Admissions Chestnut Hill College 9601 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118 GradAdmissions@chc.edu Phone: 215.248.7097 Fax: 215.248.7161 www.chc.edu/graduate