The University of St. Thomas

Educational Leadership & Administration

Applying for Master of Arts Programs

  • G.P.A.: a cumulative minimum undergraduate G.P.A. of 3.0 (4.0 scale) or the successful completion of a graduate level program from another institution.
  • RECOMMENDATIONS: two positive letters of reference from non-related individuals.

  • TRANSCRIPTS: official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas).
  • PERSONAL STATEMENT: writing sample as directed in the personal statement form.

Supplementary Requirements

  • MTLE Basic Skills required  for any candidate being admitted into an initial teacher licensure program.

Special Admission

Additional requirements for candidates who meet all regular admission requirements except the G.P.A. requirement.

  • G.P.A.: a cumulative minimum undergraduate G.P.A. of 2.75 (4.0 scale)
  • STANDARDIZED TEST:  Miller Analogies Test (MAT), GRE, GMAT or LSAT
  • ADMISSION INTERVIEW: a candidate may be asked to interview with an admissions’ person/committee.

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