international graduate students All Utica College graduate programs welcome applications from prospective international students.
Admissions Requirements admission to utica college Applying to graduate programs at Utica College is a comprehensive process that warrants thorough consideration and preparation. Each program’s faculty evaluates admissibility based on a broad package of application materials that includes not only test scores and grades, but also research interests, past employment, portfolios, recommendations, and a statement of goals. When preparing an application package, it is critical to carefully consider each component of the process in an effort to present the strongest application possible. Space in many of our programs is limited and, as a result, admission is highly competitive. Utica College seeks to admit graduate students who show evidence of being able to succeed in and benefit from rigorous academic programs. To qualify for admission to a graduate degree, an applicant must have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited four-year institution. Admissions decisions are based on consideration of undergraduate academic record, admission test scores (if applicable), written personal statements, and letters of recommendation. Each graduate department decides on the admissibility of its students. Each department may also consider admission by exception for a limited number of students who do not qualify for regular admission but have other strengths. Students who are uncertain about the strength of their application are advised to contact the Graduate Admissions office for advisement at (315) 792-3010. Application information is available by contacting the Graduate Admissions Office at (315) 7923010 or by e-mailingJohn Rowe, graduate admissions director, at jrowe@utica.edu. You can also submit your application for all graduate programs online by going to www.utica.edu/gradapp. DPT applicants need to apply through PTCAS at www.ptcas.org. MS in Occupational Therapy applicants need to apply through OTCAS at http://portal.otcas.org. All applicants to graduate programs at Utica College must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and must complete the appropriate application forms. For non-native speakers of English, a minimum TOEFL score of 550 on the paper-based examination, and a minimum TOEFL score of 213 on the computer-based examination is required. In addition, the individual programs have program-specific requirements (see below).
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International students should have all transcripts and degrees officially evaluated by a reputable accrediting agency such as WES (www.wes.org). Non-native speakers of English need to take the TOEFL test (www.ets.org) and earn a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based examination or a minimum score of 213 on the computer-based examination. Prospective international students will also need to submit a proof of funds with an international student financial statement and third party verification. For more information about graduate study for international students, please contact the Graduate Admissions Office at (315) 792-3010 or e-mail John Rowe, graduate admissions director, at jrowe@utica.edu.
A copy of an official transcript for initial review and advisement can be emailed to gradadmissions@ utica.edu, faxed to (315) 223-2530 or mailed to: Office of Graduate Admissions Transcript Review Service Utica College 1600 Burrstone Road Utica, NY 13502
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Graduate Record Examinations (GRE): For those degrees that require the Graduate Record Examinations, please go to their Web site at www.ets.org. The GRE is administered at various sites and locations at scheduled dates throughout the year.
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Miller Analogies Test (MAT): The graduate admissions office administers the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) on campus via online testing for those degree programs that accept it for admission.
transcript evaluation service Utica College recognizes that many students with undergraduate degrees may want to look into graduate programs at Utica College that will prepare them for professional licensure in elementary and secondary education, occupational therapy or physical therapy. However, their undergraduate degree may not be in an area or subject that allows them to easily transition into one of these graduate programs and may require other coursework to be taken before applying. The graduate admissions office works in conjunction with the faculty members of the education, occupational therapy and physical therapy departments and the MSLS committee to provide transcript evaluation of a prospective graduate student’s undergraduate transcripts in order to determine what other coursework is necessary to apply for the graduate programs that lead to professional licensure. Prospective graduate students who want their transcripts evaluated for programs in these departments should contact the graduate admissions office at (315) 792-3010 or email gradadmissions@ utica.edu.
The test, which is an hour long, can be taken anytime during normal business hours and is scored immediately after you take it. The fee is $75 (subject to change at any time). Please contact John Rowe, graduate admissions director at (315)792-3010 or e-mail him at jrowe@utica.edu to arrange for a time to take the test. Review materials for the Miller Analogies Test are available at no cost in the Graduate Admissions Office. •
New York State Teacher Certification Examinations: Many education graduate programs require the successful passage of the Content Specialty Test (CST) for admission.
These examinations are given at set times at sites throughout New York state and the northeastern U.S. Be aware that it takes approximately one month for the results of these exams to be made available, so prospective students should plan ahead in taking them in order to meet application deadlines.
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