University of Southern Maine

ADMISSION APPLICATION DEADLINES

Application Instructions for M.S.Ed. and C.A.S. in Educational Leadership

APPLICATION MATERIALS – Send in your application and fee as soon as possible!
A complete application consists of:

• two copies of the completed application form (a photocopy of the original is fine)
• the application fee of $50.00 made payable to USM
• two sets of official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended, including USM
• standardized test scores (GRE or MAT) This requirement is waived for applicants already holding a master’s degree.
• three recommendations
• essay (see below for specific essay questions)
• certification of finances (international students only)
• TOEFL scores (international students whose first language is not English)

Link to application: http://www.usm.maine.edu/grad/pdfs/Grad_Application.pdf
Link to recommendation form: http://usm.maine.edu/grad/pdfs/Ltr_of_Rec_Form.pdf

SPECIAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

* Educational Leadership program applicants pursuing administration are required to submit evidence of at least three years of teaching experience.

Special Essay for M.S.Ed. in Educational Leadership Applicants:
Type a brief essay (300-500 words) stating your reasons for pursuing graduate study, your professional goals, and how you think this program of study will contribute to these goals. You may include a statement of any special interest you would like to pursue in your study.

Special Essay for C.A.S. in Educational Leadership Applicants
A brief essay (500-700 words) which includes the applicant’s reason(s) for pursuing advanced graduate study: the proposed focus of the applicant’s program, including specific courses if known; and an explanation of how the proposed program fits the applicant’s personal and professional goals.

For information on graduate admission testing, transfer of courses, and tuition and fees:
Admissions and Enrollment Information for Graduate Study to College of Education and Human Development (PDF)
http://www.usm.maine.edu/cehd/prospective-students/App_Enroll_Info_2008.pdf

Application Instructions for Certificate in Assistant Principal, Athletic Administrator, and Middle Level Education

APPLICATION MATERIALS
A complete application consists of:

• A Completed application form
• Nonrefundable processing fee of $15.00, payable to USM
• Official Transcripts or copies of official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you received a degree
• Current Resume
• Personal Statement
• Educational Leadership program applicants pursuing administration are required to submit evidence of at least three years of teaching experience

Your application is reviewed when all materials have been submitted. Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing and admission decision once an application is complete.

Link to application: http://www.usm.maine.edu/grad/pdfs/App_Cert_100208.pdf