WRITING SAMPLE REQUIREMENTS BY PROGRAM

All writing samples should be typed, double-spaced, and use standard margins


M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction

In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, include with your application a one-two page typed statement of your goals/objectives for entering the Curriculum and Instruction master’s program.

M.A. in Educational Administration and OCLD

In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, explain in a typed essay of at least 750 words why you wish to be a school principal and/or supervisor; the leadership experiences you have had; and what specific leadership traits you believe you possess that would support your success in that position.

M.A. in Literacy Instruction
M.A. in Literacy Instruction with Reading Specialist

In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, include with your application a 1-2 page typed statement of the goals and objectives expected by the candidate while in the program.

M.A. in Special Education
M.A. in Special Education with LDT-C
Post-Master’s LDT-C
Post-Baccalaureate Special Education Certification

In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, submit an essay of at least five pages, preferably related to special education, that you previously submitted as part of an undergraduate or graduate course.

Post-Master’s Supervisor’s Certificate
Post-Master’s Principal’s Certificate
Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certificate

Submit the statement of objectives described on the application.

M.B.A. – General and all Concentrations
M.S. in Accounting

Submit the statement of objectives described on the application.

M.A. in Pastoral Ministry
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry

A 550-word, typed essay in which the applicant shares one’s experience in ministry, whether as an employed or volunteer person. In addition the essay should reflect one’s reasons for choosing ministry as a future life direction.

M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis
Post-Master’s Program in Applied Behavior Analysis

In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, submit a research-based paper in psychology or education of at least 10 pages that was previously submitted in an undergraduate or graduate course. APA style is preferred. Other subject matter may be considered if the candidate has had limited prior coursework in psychology or education.

M.A. in Counseling Psychology
M.A. in Counseling Psychology with
    School Counseling Specialization
Post-Master’s School Counselor Specialization
Post-Master’s Director of School Counseling

In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, submit a research-based paper of at least 10 pages that was previously submitted in an undergraduate or graduate psychology course. APA style is preferred. Other subject matter and/or formatting may be considered if the candidate has limited psychology coursework.

M.A. in Counseling Psychology with
Art Therapy Specialization
Post-Masters’ Master in Art Therapy

In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, submit a research-based paper of at least 10 pages that was previously submitted in an undergraduate or graduate psychology or art therapy course; APA style is preferred. Other subject matter and/or formatting may be considered if the candidate has limited psychology coursework. Art portfolio also required.

Post-Master’s Professional Counselor Licensing

In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, submit a research-based paper of at least 10 pages that was previously submitted in an undergraduate or graduate psychology course; APA style is preferred.