Admission Requirements

Students are considered international applicants if they are not citizens of the United States. Please check with your enrollment advisor to confirm your program of interest accepts international students before applying.

In addition to the program-specific requirements, international students must also submit the following:

• A valid copy of passport with full name clearly visible
• A degree equivalent to the four-year baccalaureate degree awarded by U.S. universities. Foreign credentials must be evaluated by a NACES member and include a record of all degrees earned, detail of all subjects taken, grades obtained and GPA. Uncertified copies will not be accepted.
• English language proficiency* demonstrated by one of the following:
  • TOEFL – 550 paper based, 79 internet based or 213 by computer
  • IELTS – 6.5 overall band score with a minimum score of 5.0 on every subject/skill category

*International applicants are exempt from demonstrating English language proficiency if they have a degree from an accredited U.S. institution; or one of the following countries: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada (except Quebec), Cayman Islands, Dominica, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Leone, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, the Gambia, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos, Uganda, United Kingdom, or Zimbabwe

The application requirements for applicants to the online MBA program are as follows

• Have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited program with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.75

Admission is competitive. Selection is based on careful consideration of all application materials, including but not limited to:

• Academic transcripts
• The applicant’s statement of personal & professional objectives
• Two required professional references
• Professional work experience as reflected on your resume

The admissions requirements for applicants to the M.S. Computer Science program are as follows:

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 overall, or 3.0 on the last 60 semester hours of the baccalaureate program.
• One of the following:
  • Satisfactory scores on GRE or GMAT*. The minimum satisfactory GRE scores are 149 points of Quantitative. The minimum satisfactory GMAT scores are 37 points of Quantitative.
  • A bachelor’s, master’s or Ph.D. degree in science, technology, engineering or math with a GPA of at least 3.0.
  • An undergraduate precalculus course or equivalent mathematics background.
• At least a “C” in CSC 190 and 191 or equivalent courses. (Requirement will be waived for students with a bachelor’s degree in computer science from an accredited institution. Requirement may be waived for students with a related degree whose transcript demonstrates equivalent course competencies.)

* Requirement can be waived for students who complete one of CSC 730, 815, 831 and 834 with at least a “B”.

Those meeting the requirements outlined below are eligible to apply for admission to EKU’s master’s degree program in Criminal Justice, Policy & Leadership. Applicants must:

• Be a graduate of an accredited institution with a bachelor’s degree
• Possess an undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 overall or in the last 60 hours of the bachelor’s program
• Take the Graduate Record Examination* (GRE), achieving a score of 146 or above on the Verbal, 140 or above on the Quantitative and 4.0 or above on the Analytical Writing portions of the exam
• have two persons qualified to assess their potential for graduate work submit letters of recommendation

NOTE: Applicants who do not meet these GPA or GRE requirements, but who otherwise demonstrate promise for successful graduate study, may be granted probationary admission, but such applicants must comply with all requirements of the Graduate School regarding probationary admission.

*Applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher are not required to submit GRE scores. If you have completed a master’s degree and wish to waive the GRE requirement and/or transfer any of the courses to the Criminal Justice, Policy and Leadership graduate program, you must have official transcripts from the degree-granting institution submitted directly to EKU. Follow the instructions given in Step 5 of the application process.

For admission to all MAEd program options the student must:

• Meet the requirements of the Graduate School
• Have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 overall or a 3.25 in the last 60 hours completed or have a verbal score of 150 and a qualitative score of 140 on the GRE or have a score of 389 on the Miller Analogies Test (MAT)*

Specific MAEd programs may require additional admission criteria. For more information, please contact an enrollment advisor.

*Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate GPA’s of 3.0 or higher, or 3.25 or higher in their last 60 hours of undergraduate work are exempt from the GRE/MAT requirement.

All coursework in the MAT professional core is 100% online.  Most concentration option coursework is also 100% online or offered in hybrid format to limit evening coursework.  At most, MAT students in secondary and P-12 concentrations may have up to three courses that are not 100% online.  All coursework for elementary and IECE are 100% online.  Candidates are required to complete clinical hours at an assigned public school during school hours.

Candidates seeking admission to an initial licensure MAT program must complete the following:

1. Submit an online application to the Graduate School indicating a bachelor’s degree including all official transcripts from accredited colleges attended except Eastern Kentucky University.
2. Provide evidence of the following prior to being accepted into the program:  A bachelor’s or master’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale OR a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale on the last sixty (60) hours of credit completed, including undergraduate and graduate coursework. (EPSB regulation 16 KAR 5:020 requires a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the last thirty (30) hours of credit completed, including undergraduate and graduate coursework.)
3. Must successfully complete the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators (CASE): Reading (156), Writing (162), Mathematics (150) exams OR Graduate Record Exam: Verbal Reasoning (150), Quantitative Reasoning (143), and Analytical Writing (4.0). Scores are good for five (5) years from the test date.  Students who do not have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or 3.25 in the last 60 hours must complete the GRE to meet the Graduate School Entrance Exam requirement.
4. Undergraduate Major (or equivalent) in the field in which certification is being sought (only for secondary candidates; others are reviewed for appropriate course content).
5. Passing PRAXIS II content exam scores in the desired certification area with the exception of music. Some secondary and P-12 certification areas require TWO content exams.  Middle School certification applicants must pass at least ONE of the TWO required Praxis II content exams upon admission.  IECE and Elementary do not require the Praxis II content exam for admission.

Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators (CASE)exam series.
BE SURE to request that your Praxis CASE and Praxis II scores be sent to EKU -CODE 1200

Submit your documents to the Alternative Certification Specialist, Ms. Karen Dickens by email to certification.alternative_routes@EKU.EDU:

1. A professional resume
2. An autobiography documenting relevant life/work/educational experience
3. Three letters of reference
4.  Complete two written assignments, given by the department, that assess critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration.
   • ESSAY #1  – In an essay (3-4 pages each) describe a situation (professional, educational or other) in which you exhibited the following qualities:
     • Critical Thinking
     • Creativity
     • Communication
     • Collaboration
   • ESSAY #2 – In an essay (3-4 pages), describe how you will practice critical thinking, creativity, positive communication and collaboration in your future teaching career.
5. Verified Credentials Background check – Instructions on this webpage – Verified Credentials
6. Complete an interview with the Master of Arts in Teaching admission committee
7. Candidates must complete and sign a Candidate Statement of Commitment Regarding Dispositions form. (Will be completed during the admission interview.)
8. Candidates must complete and sign a “Personal and Professional Fitness Declaration” form. This process includes a review of the Professional Code of Ethics for Kentucky School Personnel established in 16 KAR1:020. (Will be completed during the admission interview.)
   NOTE: Based upon applicant disclosure, an interview by the Professional Education Admission Committee may be required.

Ms. Karen Dickens, Alternative Certification Specialist
Bert Combs 425
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
certification.alternative_routes@eku.edu

For advising questions, please contact:
Dr. Julie Rutland, MAT Program Coordinator
julie.rutland@eku.edu or 859-622-1043

In addition, candidates seeking Option 6 Alternative Route:

• Successfully complete the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators (CASE): Reading (156), Writing (162), Mathematics (150) exams OR Graduate Record Exam: Verbal Reasoning (150), Quantitative Reasoning (143), and Analytical Writing (4.0). Scores are good for five (5) years from the test date.
• Successfully complete the Praxis II content exam for the content area of MAT concentration major.  See ets.org for test code list for Kentucky and pass scores.

In addition to meeting the above admission criteria, Option 6 candidates must provide a letter from their school district indicating that they have been hired or will be hired pending processing of the TC-TP. A mentoring plan will be developed once the candidate has been admitted and is in receipt of an employment letter. Mentoring plan requires 10 hours of direct observation from a University Mentor and participation from the candidate’s district through a district assigned mentor who will complete 5 hours of direct observation and support. Mentoring Plan is verified by candidate, University Mentor and District Mentor.

Applicants for admission to the Master of Instructional Design and Learning Technology program must:

• Meet all admission requirements of the Graduate School
• Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree
• Have a 2.5 overall undergraduate GPA. Applicants who do not meet the GPA requirement for admission must submit official GRE scores to be considered for probationary admission
• Applicants with master’s degree can submit:
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • A letter of intent explaining why he/she wants to pursue this degree

International Students: Applications from international students are encouraged. Refer to the University admission guidelines: hgradschool.eku.edu/

Those meeting the requirements outlined below are eligible to apply for admission to EKU’s DNP program. Applicants must:

• Have a master’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program
• Have an RN license from an approved state that is free and unrestricted, meaning that it has not been subject to reprimand, revocation, probation, suspension, restriction, limitation, disciplinary action, discretionary review/hearing or encumbrance nor had any type of complaint filed against it
• Have a graduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• If applicable, APRN license from an approved state that is free and unrestricted, meaning that it has not been subject to reprimand, revocation, probation, suspension, restriction, limitation, disciplinary action, discretionary review/hearing or encumbrance nor had any type of complaint filed against it

Admission is competitive. Selection is based on careful consideration of all application materials, including but not limited to:

• Academic transcripts
• The applicant’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Professional Statement
• Three required professional references
• Professional work experience.

In addition to the criteria listed, an interview may be requested. The Doctor of Nursing Practice Professional Statement will be evaluated for writing skills and content, both of which are heavily weighted in the admission process.