For additional admissions requirements by program of interest, select a program from the list below. Each will list the additional application requirements and link to more detailed program and admissions information. For general graduate admissions requirements, click here.
Administration and Supervision (Education Specialist/Post-Master's – Not currently accepting applications) (online)
Please save the vita/resume and the essays as one Word document. Please use your name in the file name (“FirstName_LastName_EdS_Application”). E-mail document to jlubig@nmu.edu
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Two 500-word responses to these questions:
- What are your goals as they relate to obtaining the NMU Education Specialist with the possibility of applying and completing the Doctorate in Education at Central Michigan University
- What experiences and skills do you possess that will contribute to your success in the Education Specialist program?
Biology
-Letter of application describing your background, research interests and career goals
-Memorandum from Biology Department faculty member indicating their willingness to serve as your graduate thesis advisor and your potential for success in the graduate program
-GRE test scores
-3 recommendation letters (recommendation letters should be mailed or e-mailed directly from the recommender)
DEADLINES:
-Fall (August) semester - completed applications will be considered between March 1st and May 1st of the same year
-Winter (January) semester - completed applications will be considered between September 15th and December 1st of the year prior
Integrated Biosciences
-Letter of application describing your background, research interests and career goals
-Memorandum from Biology Department faculty member indicating their willingness to serve as your graduate thesis advisor and your potential for success in the graduate program
-GRE test scores
-3 recommendation letters (recommendation letters should be mailed or e-mailed directly from the recommender)
DEADLINES:
-Fall (August) semester - completed applications will be considered between March 1st and May 1st of the same year
-Winter (January) semester - completed applications will be considered between September 15th and December 1st of the year prior
Business Administration (Master of Business Administration-MBA) (On campus with evening courses)
-Letter of Intent – Statement of intent outlining the reason that you are pursuing an MBA at NMU and what unique perspective, qualifications, experiences and educational assets you would bring to share with your class. Also include your goals and how the program will help you move closer to them.
-Resume
-GMAT test scores (waived for students with a terminal degree) - NOTE: If your GMAT scores do not meet MBA requirements when evaluated with your undergraduate GPA (typically a GMAT score of 500 or higher is expected), you may be granted conditional admission until the GMAT is retaken and an acceptable score is received. For further inquiries and exceptions about the GMAT requirements, contact the College of Business.
Certification and Professional/Personal Development Programs for Educators
-Non-degree status
-Transcripts are required for certification/endorsement programs
Clinical Molecular Genetics - Fall semester start only (Online with a one-week lab experience at NMU)
-Essay – Statement of intent that includes labs skills and experiences along with reason for pursuing this degree.
-3 letters of recommendation (from instructors or professional references). Recommendation letters should be mailed or e-mailed directly from the recommender.
Educational Administration: Administration and Supervision (online)
Educational Administration: American Indian Education Administration and Supervision (online)
Educational Instruction (online)
-Must have or be eligible for K-12 teaching license
English - Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
The following five required documents can be uploaded at the end of your online application. If you do not submit them at the time of your application, please e-mail them to english@nmu.edu.
1. Department application (see the link above for this form and application procedures)
2. Statement of purpose addressing your interest in the program, ability to succeed and teaching experience
3. Resume or curriculum vitae
4. Critical essay/paper (10-20 pages)
5. Writing sample (10 pages of poetry or 20-30 pages of fiction or creative writing)
6. 3 (or more) recommendation letters addressing your promise as a writer and your ability as a potential teacher.
DEADLINE: February 1 for Fall semester consideration See the English department for detailed application instructions.
Exercise Science - Fall semester start only
Family Nurse Practitioner – Doctor of Nurse Practice (next cohort will start in fall 2018)
-Click here for departmental application requirements
Higher Education in Student Affairs (Online and real-time)
-2 Recommendation Letters
-Cover letter
-Personal interview (phone, Skype, in person, etc.)
Learning Disabilities (online)
-Must have or be eligible for K-12 teaching license
Non-Degree Seeking/Professional Development
-Bachelor's degree must be earned prior to admission in this status
-No application fee or transcripts required
Postsecondary Biology Education
-Essay/statement of interest in the program and goals
Professional/Personal Development Programs for Educators (usually online)
-Transcripts are not usually needed for this non-degree seeking status
Psychological Science – Applied Behavior Analysis (On campus with a summer practicum - fall start only)
-Curriculum Vitae (resume if not available)
-Personal statement (letter of application outlining goals and expectations)
-3 recommendation letters
-Optional – GRE test scores for general and psychology
Deadline for Fall Semester start: March 1 for first consideration
Psychological Science - General (Fall start only)
-Curriculum Vitae (resume if not available)
-Personal statement (letter of application outlining goals and expectations)
-3 recommendation letters
-Optional – GRE test scores for general and psychology
Deadline for Fall Semester start: March 1 for first consideration
Public Administration (Master of Public Administration - MPA) - Portfolio or Thesis Option (online)
-Cover letter
-Personal interview (phone, Skype, in person, etc.)
-2 Recommendation Letters
Reading Endorsement (online)
-Must have or be eligible for K-12 teaching license
Reading K-8 (online)
-Must have or be eligible for K-12 teaching license
Reading Specialist K-12 (online)
-Must have or be eligible for K-12 teaching license
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate