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1. May non-matriculated students take graduate courses for credit before applying?
2. When are applications due?
3. How intensive is the curriculum?
4. Are there opportunities for scholarships and graduate assistantships?
5. Is there a student handbook I should know about?
6. I am having trouble logging into BlackBoard for one of my classes. What do I do?

1. May non-matriculated students take graduate courses for credit before applying?
Non-matriculated students may take two classes that are designated as classes available to them.  They may also choose to take a third and fourth class, but only with the approval of the department after submitting their application.

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2. When are applications due?

Application deadlines are September 1, October 15, February 1, March 15, and May 1.   Your application must be completed and submitted prior to the dates.

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3. How intensive is the curriculum? (For example could one expect to take a full course load as well as hold down a full time job?)

There is a tremendous amount of variability in terms of how long an individual requires completing the program.  In order to be considered a full time student, one must take at least 9 credit hours per semester.  Most students take classes at night as a part-time student while continuing to have a full-time career.  Those who are interested in becoming full-time students should not expect to be able to work full-time in addition to completing the course work.

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4. Are there opportunities for scholarships and graduate assistantships?

Yes.  There are multiple scholarships available and awarded each year within the College of Education and Human Development.  These scholarships typically range from $100 to $1500.  Students can also apply for graduate assistantships.  These positions will be offered to degree students taking at least six credit hours per semester while employed.  A student may be offered a part time position (10 hours/week), or a full time position (20 hours/week).  The pay rate for graduate assistantships usually equates to approximately $12.00/hour. 

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5. Is there a student handbook I should know about?

A. There is not currently a educational leadership handbook. All the information necessary will be provided at your orientation night which is scheduled after you are first accepted into the program. Therefore, it is essential that you attend this session - plus it will give you another opportunity to get to know your program colleagues and faculty.

There is a College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) Student Services Guide for Matriculated Students (PDF), which may be viewed at: http://www.usm.maine.edu/cehd/student-resources/resources.htm

6. I am having trouble logging into BlackBoard for one of my classes. What do I do?

A. You can obtain help in this area in a number of ways. Computer Resources has a wide selection of information for students http://www.usm.maine.edu/computing/resources/index.htm

For computer information specific to BlackBoard go to
http://www.usm.maine.edu/computing/resources/blackboard/bb5_guide.html

If you continue to have trouble, please contact the HELP!Desk at 780-4029 or email them at helpdesk@usm.maine.edu

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