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Statement of Purpose Essay
The principal element of the application is the Statement of Purpose essay of approximately five pages (Typed and double-spaced). This essay should discuss in detail the kinds of issues the student expects to explore in the MALS Program. Information about academic backqround, special experiences and career goals may be included.
Writing Sample
In addition to the Statement of Purpose essay, applicants are required to submit a writing sample, preferable of nor more than twelve (12) pages. This writing sample should represent the applicant’s best work. Writing samples will not be returned.
Three Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation should address the applicant’s abilities and preparation for graduate work in the student’s chosen area. Please request that letters of recommendation be send by mail, directly to
MALS Program Office of Graduate and Special Programs The University of Findlay1000 North Main St.Findlay, OH 45840-3695 1-800-558-9060 or 419-434-4600 http://www.findlay.edu/admissions/info/graduateandspecialprograms/default.htm
Official Transcripts and Transfer Credit
Official transcripts of all college-level work must be received the Registrar’s Office and evaluated by the MALS Advisory Board for the application to be complete. Please have all transcripts sent to the University’s Registrar.Students may transfer nine (9) semester hours of graduate work successfully completed at an accredited institution to The University of Findlay toward partial requirement for the MALS degree. Any transfer in excess of nine (9) semester hours must be reviewed by the MALS Program Director and the MALS Program Advisory Board and approved the the Registrar. Transfer hours may be used only for elective hours.
All transfer credits must be consistent with the course requirements of the MALS Program. For the transcript evaluation to be official, students must have official transcripts from previous graduate work filed in the University’s Registrar’s Office.
Mr. Tony Goedde Registrar The University of Findlay, Registrar’s Office 1000 N. Main Street Findlay, Ohio 45840-3695
Students currently enrolled in another graduate degree program at The University of Findlay who wish to transfer into the MALS Program should arrange a meeting with the MALS Program Director. If the student’s research needs and interests can best be accommodated in the MALS Program, the Registrar is notified of the change, and the student is assigned an adviser in the MALS Program.
Graduate Student Status
Regular Status
Applicants are admitted to the MALS program as regular graduate students, and only those who are admitted with regular status may receive the MALS degree. In some cases, however, applicants may, for various reasons, be more appropriately assigned to other categories. Admission under any of the other categories does not automatically ensure regular admission at a future date.
Non-degree Status
Applicants who do not intend to pursue a graduate degree may apply for non-degree status provided they meet appropriate admission requirements. To attain non-degree status, students must supply proof of a baccalaureate degree and receive approval from the MALS Advisory Board. These students may later apply for admission to the MALS Program as regular students. If admitted, non-degree students may apply a maximum of six (6) semester hours of graduate coursework toward the degree. Admission as a Non-Degree Status student does not automatically imply regular admission at a future date.
Provision Status
Applicants for whom the verification of degree(s) or transcripts has not yet been completed, received or evaluated may be granted provisional status if all other application material is acceptable to the MALS Advisory Board. Students are not permitted to enroll for a third semester while listed as provisional. Admission as a Provisional Status student does not automatically imply regular admission at a future date.
