Master's (MA/MEd)
GPA RequirementsMaster's program evaluation criteria require that applicants attain a 2.8 or above undergraduate grade point average (UGPA) for the MA and MEd degrees. Applicants with a GPA slightly below this requirement may directly contact the Graduate Coordinator, Dr. Pollard-Kosidowski (bpollard@iup.edu), to inquire about submitting a GPA Waiver Request.
Goal Statement GuidelinesHow to develop a Goal Statement for the application process
Letters of RecommendationAll applicants are required to provide two letters of recommendation
International ApplicantsThe Counseling and Human Development Department will consider international applicants, including those from non-English-speaking countries, using the criteria outlined at the link above.
Admission Workshop Evaluation ProcessMandatory admissions interview process for invited applicants
Credential Evaluation Process, Master'sCounseling program evaluation criteria
Counseling Department Application DatesApplication dates to remember
Doctoral (PhD)
GPA RequirementsDoctoral program evaluation criteria require that applicants attain a 3.5 or above graduate grade point average (GGPA) for the PhD degree.
Goal Statement GuidelinesHow to develop a Goal Statement for the application process
Academic Writing SampleApplicants have two options for providing an academic writing sample. If available, applicants may share an academic writing example (i.e., research paper) from their master's program. If an applicant does not have an appropriate assignment to submit, they may choose one contemporary topic in the field of counseling about which to write a 5–7 page research paper using current APA format.
International ApplicantsThe Counseling and Human Development Department will consider international applicants, including those from non-English-speaking countries, using the criteria outlined at the link above.
Admission Interview Evaluation ProcessInterviews for successfully screened applicants
Credential Evaluation Process, DoctoralCounseling program evaluation criteria
Counseling Department Application DatesApplication dates to remember