The College of Professional Studies seeks applications from individuals with strong academic preparation, leadership potential, and a demonstrated commitment to their field of study. Most students attend the College of Professional Studies after time spent in the workforce, while others seek admission immediately after completing an undergraduate degree. The diversity of background and experience within the student body provides a rich dimension for classroom interactions.
Applications for admissions are accepted on a rolling basis, offering the opportunity to begin studies at the College of Professional Studies at any term during the year. However, priority application dates are two weeks prior to the start of every quarter (fall, winter, spring, and summer). Students who have application files completed and reviewed after the priority application dates will not be guaranteed full acceptance and may not be eligible for financial aid for the upcoming term.
The application review process takes into consideration all aspects of a student's background, including prior work and educational background, as well as recommendations on behalf of the applicant.
2. Statement of Purpose: Write a 500- to 1,000-word statement of purpose that identifies your educational goals and expectations from the program
3. Current resume
4. Academic transcripts: Admission to a graduate program requires satisfactory completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited U.S. university or its equivalent. Submit official bachelor's transcript stating degree conferral and date
5. Two letters of recommendation (for degree applicants only; not required for certificates unless specified in additional requirements): Submit two letters of recommendation on your behalf from individuals who have either academic or professional knowledge of your capabilities
If mailing any of the documents referenced above, please send them to:
Office of Admissions-Graduate Programs 41 BV - College of Professional Studies Northeastern University 360 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02115-9959
The following graduate programs have additional requirements, which can be viewed by clicking on the links below:
In addition to the general graduate admission requirements, applications for the Master of Education Interpreting Pedagogy also require:
Admissions deadline for Fall 2009 is August 31, 2009
Three letters of recommendation from the following (which should be specified within the recommendation): * Deaf colleague recommending your work in the community * Interpreter (deaf or hearing) recommending your work as an interpreter * Professional colleague recommending your work in the field
Evidence of interpreting qualifications. Please Note: Applicants must have five years' experience as interpreters
Respond to the following: 1) Reflecting on your work as an interpreter, discuss the three most important questions you have about your own work and the three most important questions you have about the field of interpreting in general (this is a required question) Respond to either number 2 or 3, and explain the reason for your choice: 2) In your opinion what is the greatest obstacle or challenge facing new graduates of Interpreter Education Programs? What specific suggestions would you make to new graduates to overcome the obstacle/challenge? 3) Prepare a brief presentation designed to recruit high school students into the field of interpreting
Methods of submission (choose 1): * Submit your original responses in written English, and add an ASL translation of those responses * Submit your original responses in ASL, and add a written English translation * NOTE: Your signed versions need to be submitted in digital format as a CD, (Real Player or Quicktime only) or as a DVD. They should be no longer than 5 minutes each. Your written versions should be added to your CD as Word.docs *Applicants accepted into this program must have access to mini-DV camcorder and the ability to generate video in Quick Time format.
Interpreter Education Master Mentor Certificate(MMCP) In addition to the general graduate admission requirements, applications for the Interpreter Education Master Mentor Certificate also require:
National certification (RID, NAD, or RID/NAD)
Five years of interpreting experience
Three letters of recommendation (one letter from a former or current mentor, another one from an interpreting educator, and the last one from a professional colleague).
1-2 page proposal for a mentoring project that the applicant would like to implement during the fourth and final course of the program. Students accepted into MMCP develop these projects during the first three courses, and implement them in the forth, and final quarter
Master of Education Special Education In addition to the general graduate admission requirements, applications for the Master of Education Special Education also require:
Applicants must be licensed at the initial or professional level in another discipline. Please submit a copy of your certificate or license.
Doctor of Physical Therapy In addition to the general graduate admission requirements, applications for the Doctorate of Physical Therapy also require:
Optional: If you wish your credentials to be evaluated for advanced standing within the transitional DPT program, then you can complete a petition, portfolio OR the Physical Therapy Examination Tool (PTET). It is recommended that you contact Dr. Mary Ann Wilmarth for further information: m.wilmarth@neu.edu 781.238.8440
Doctor of Education In addition to the general graduate admission requirements, applications for the Doctor of Education also require:
Official graduate transcript
Proof of bachelor's degree (copy of transcript or diploma)
Three letters of recommendation from individuals who have either academic or professional knowledge of your capabilities, such as an employer, graduate faculty member, colleague, or mentor
Within the statement of purpose please identify and discuss what you consider to be an important educational issue facing education today. As well as addressing, what you think are the most important qualities necessary for an educational leader?
To be considered for admission to the Ed.D. program, a prospective student must hold a minimum of a masters degree in an appropriate field of study. The applicant must submit all requirements outlined above. Admission to the doctoral program will also require that the applicant has had at least three years of professional experience in the field of education or a closely related field prior to admission. GRE exams are not required, since all students must possess the minimum of an appropriate masters degree or equivalent from an accredited institution, or an international institution meeting comparable standards, prior to being admitted to the program. Individuals for whom English is not the primary language must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores, or complete an assessment test administered by Northeastern University's English Language Center.
Doctor of Law & Policy (LPD) In addition to the general graduate admission requirements, applications for the Doctorate of Law & Policy also require:
Professional resume including accomplishments, awards, and articles published
Official academic transcript(s)showing satisfactory completion of a bachelors degreeand an advanced degree, such as a J.D., M.D., or masters degree.
Three letters of recommendation from individuals who have either academicor professional knowledge of your capabilities, such as an employer,graduate faculty member, colleague, or mentor
Phone Interview- after receipt of your application and supporting materials, a representativemay contact you to schedule a phone interview with faculty
Excellence in School Leadership In addition to the general graduate admission requirements, applications for the Excellence in School Leadership (Principal licensure) also require:
Proof of teacher licensure (Professional/initial licensure or certification)
Three letters of recommendation (one from a principal, another one from a superindendent, and the last one from a professional colleague)
Students must choose a specialization within the application process
Admissions deadline for full-time Fall 2009 applicants is August 31, 2009
Admissions deadline for full-time Winter 2010 applicants is December 10, 2009
Information for International Students
The College of Professional Studies is made up of students from across the United States and the world. Students residing outside the U.S. who do not have legal residency status in the U.S. are required to provide immigration documentation. Exception is made for students enrolling in online College of Professional Studies course(s) not residing in the U.S. Please contact the Admissions Office for assistance in submitting the appropriate documents. Educational documents, such as academic transcripts, from outside the U.S. will need to be submitted in English or in official English translation. If a document evaluation had been completed by an approved credentials evaluator, please submit the evaluation as part of the application. The College of Professional Studies reserves the right to require such an evaluation as part of the application review process.
Information on English Language Proficiency
Students for whom English is not their native language must present a credential to prove English language proficiency: 1) Evidence of an undergraduate degree earned from an accredited college or university in the U.S. , 2) TOEFL, IELTS, and/or ESL test scores from Northeastern University's English Language Center. Any requests for TOEFL reports to be sent to the College of Professional Studies should be assigned to school code 4999.
To learn more about International admissions requirements please click here.
If you have additional questions, please contact the College of Professional Studies, Office of Admissions at 877.668.7727 or cpsgraduate@neu.edu.
