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Application Deadlines for June 2012 Cohort
Extended Application Deadline	May 7th

Admissions to USC Rossier programs are competitive and selective. The Admissions Committee seeks students whose academic background, professional goals, personal commitment, and communication skills meet the demands of our rigorous programs.

Click here to view the application checklist that includes information on the application process.

Academic Background

All candidates must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Applicants whose prior study was outside the United States must have completed the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree. The Admissions Committee looks for candidates whose prior academic work demonstrates the capability to succeed in a rigorous graduate program. Prior coursework in education is not required.

Language Requirement

Applicants whose native language is not English, and who do not have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university, will be required to submit a valid score from the TOEFL Internet-based Test (TOEFL iBT). For applicants outside of the US, please click here for admissions information.

Employment Information

You will be asked to enter your past employers and upload your most current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).

Personal Essays

The application requires you to complete three essays. These essays allow the Admissions Committee to gain a deeper understanding of your past experiences and passions for the future. In addition, the essays allow you to demonstrate the written communication skills that are critical for success in the program.

Recommendation Letters

A minimum of two letters of recommendation are required for the MAT, and three are required for the ME. Letters should come from supervisors and colleagues who can comment on the value you have added to your workplaces, or former instructors who can describe your ability to perform well in graduate-level courses.

Application Fee

The USC application fee is $85.

Transcripts

Sealed official academic transcripts must be sent directly from all postsecondary institutions you attended, including any community college coursework.