Concordia
Concordia students will be prepared to face life’s unscripted challenges and thoughtfully influence the affairs of the world.
Your path to earning a Master of Education starts here.
Applications are processed through GradCAS, a centralized application system servicing graduate programs nationwide. The application cycle begins in September. Review of applications begins in October (prior to the start year) and continues through May (or until the cohort is filled).
Flexible Start Options:
To accommodate our students’ busy lives and teaching careers, we offer two flexible start options.
Begin the program when it's right for you.
The 2024 application cycle opens mid-September!
Summer- Application deadline May 15
Fall- Application deadline August 1
The following are needed to apply:
A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0
A current resume
An essay of at least 500 words, typed and double-spaced. This essay should represent your highest level of academic writing. Provide a description of your professional experiences and background that have contributed to your readiness for graduate education. Specify those unique experiences that prepared you for the Master of Education at Concordia College. Clearly describe your professional goals and how you believe pursuing a Master of Education with a concentration in Teaching and Learning relates to achieving those goals.
Three letters of recommendation from individuals not related to you. They should have strong knowledge of your character including observation of special skills, your achievements and/or professional experience, and your ability to succeed in a graduate program. Please notify your evaluators that they will receive a link to the Liaison Evaluator Portal to create an account and complete a form on your behalf. They also have the option to upload a personal letter.
Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions should be requested through GradCAS or sent directly to GradCAS at:
GradCAS Transcript Processing Center
P.O. Box 9217
Watertown, MA 02471
Steps to Apply:
You may begin your application before all materials are ready. GradCAS saves your progress and you may return any time to continue with updates.
Create your account in GradCAS
Select the semester the program will start (Summer 2024) and click Apply.
In the program selection window, type Concordia College in the search box.
Select your program-Master of Education Teaching & Learning or Master of Education Health & PE.
Complete the three standard GradCAS application sections and the fourth program section where you will upload required documents, assign evaluators and answer program questions.
Pay the $38 application fee. (No second institutional application fee is required.)
Ensure all documents are requested or attached before submitting your application.
Questions related to your application status:
Call | GradCAS Customer Service at 857.304.2086
Email | GradCASinfo@liaisonedu.com
Having trouble accessing the application:
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International students are encouraged to apply by mid-February. If accepted to the program, this would allow the time needed to obtain a student visa (I-20).
Transcripts
Students applying with international transcripts must submit their undergraduate transcript(s) to an approved credential evaluation agency for review and validation prior to applying to the program. These agencies can be found on the NACES website. Once validation has been completed, transcript documents can be requested through GradCAS.
English Proficiency
Non-native English speakers must demonstrate proficiency in English by providing one of the following official test score documents. The test date must be within two years of the date of application. Information on these tests can be obtained online at IELTS.org and TOEFL.org. Students' official results must be received directly from the testing service before enrolling. Concordia's TOEFL code is 6113, no code is required for IELTS.
IELTS with a minimum test score of 6.5
TOEFL with a minimum test score of 80
Financial Requirements
International students must demonstrate and certify financial support before Concordia can issue an I-20 form. If accepted to the program, students must submit the International Student Financial Aid and Certification Form and a certified bank statement. Further information will be provided on acceptance.
Medical Insurance
International students are required to carry and show evidence of health insurance valid in the United States while they are enrolled.
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