Graduate Programs

All graduate programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). The Augustana-Sanford Genetic Counseling Graduate Program is also accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC). The Masters of Athletic Training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

A student interested in working toward a graduate degree needs to obtain, complete and file an official application with the Office of Graduate Education. The following documents must be submitted:

• Official application (program-specific*)
• Official transcripts from each college or university attended sent directly to the Office of Graduate Education
• Two recommendation forms testifying to the applicant's character and ability to do graduate work (program-specific requirements)
• A 2- to 3-page typed essay in which the applicant discusses his or her academic interests, educational goals and plans for graduate study (program-specific*)
• Non-refundable application fee of $60 (Students enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at Augustana at the time of application to the program are exempt from paying this fee.)
• A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better
• Sufficient undergraduate work in the proposed field of study to satisfy specific program admission requirements and graduate credit course prerequisites (See admission requirements for specific programs. For example, applicants for the Master of Education hold or are eligible for licensure.)

* Refer to specific program prerequisites for additional requirements.

Graduate program costs for a Master of Arts degree at Augustana University are found on the Graduate catioee schedule.

For information on funding options, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 1.800.727.2844, option 2 — or email financial.aid@augie.edu.

A maximum of nine semester hours of graduate credit earned at other accredited institutions may be transferred to Augustana and applied to a student's graduate program providing that:

• An official transcript is provided
• The credit is approved by the Program Director and Director of Graduate Education
• The credits have not been utilized in earning an undergraduate degree
• A grade of B- or better was earned for the credits
• The credits are not outdated (more than seven years old)

Transfer requirements for the Master of Education are specific to the program.