|
Name of Degree Program |
Degree Credential Earned |
Standardized Exam Required* |
Other Admissions Requirements |
Academic Component to Contact |
|
Art |
MA MFA |
GRE (MFA only) |
- Brief letter of intent
- Current vita
- Personal interview with chair or faculty advisor
- A portfolio of 20 slides of original work, except for Art History and Art Education specializations
Preference Deadline Information |
John Weinkein, Chair Visual Arts 940-898-2530 visualarts@twu.edu |
|
Biology |
MS |
GRE: Verbal (425) Quant. (425) |
- 3 Reference Letters
- Letter of Interest (including personal contact information)
|
Dr. Sarah McIntire, Chair Biology 940-898-2352 smcintire@twu.edu |
|
Biology, Molecular |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500) |
- 3 Reference Letters
- Letter of Interest (including personal contact information)
|
Dr. Sarah McIntire, Chair Biology 940-898-2352 smcintire@twu.edu |
|
Biology Teaching |
MS |
GRE: Verbal (425) Quant. (425) |
- 3 Reference Letters
- Letter of Interest (including personal contact information)
|
Dr. Sarah McIntire, Chair Biology 940-898-2352 smcintire@twu.edu |
|
Business Administration |
MBA |
|
- Resume
- 2 reference letters
|
Becky Bryant School of Management 940-898-2121 bbryant@twu.edu |
|
Business Administration, Executive |
EMBA |
|
- Resume
- 2 reference letters
- 5 years relevant business experience
|
Becky Bryant School of Management 940-898-2121 bbryant@twu.edu |
|
Chemistry |
MS |
GRE: Verbal (400) Quant. (550) |
- 2 Reference Contacts (Name, Address, Telephone, Fax, Email)
|
Dr. Richard Sheardy, Chair Chemistry and Physics 940-898-2550 chemphy@twu.edu |
|
Chemistry Teaching |
MS |
GRE |
- Bachelor's in specific science field, mathematics, general science, or elementary education with 18 semester hrs. science or mathematics
|
Dr. Richard Sheardy, Chair Chemistry and Physics 940-898-2550 chemphy@twu.edu |
|
Child Development |
MS |
|
An applicant with an undergraduate GPA of 2.9-2.99 may appeal for admission by completing a writing assignment and interviewing with program faculty. |
Dr. Karen Petty Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Child Development |
PHD |
GRE |
An applicant with an undergraduate GPA of 2.9-2.99 may appeal for admission by completing a writing assignment and interviewing with program faculty. |
Dr. Karen Petty Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Counseling and Development |
MS |
|
- Interview
- School Counseling certification option requires a prior master's degree
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Shelley Jackson Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Counseling Psychology |
MA |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500)
Anal. (4) |
- 3 reference letters
- 2-3 page goal statement
- 3.5 GPA in psych classes
- 3.0 GPA overall
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or 18 hrs of required psychology classes
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Debra Mollen Psychology and Philosophy 940-898-2303 dmollen@twu.edu
|
|
Counseling Psychology |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500)
Anal. (4) |
- Vita
- 3.5 GPA in undergraduate psychology courses
- 3.0 GPA overall
- Autobiographical statement (5 pages)
- 3 reference letters
- Interview
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or 18 hrs of required psychology classes
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Sally Stabb Psychology and Philosophy 940-898-2303 rnutt@twu.edu |
|
Dance |
MA |
|
- Audition
- Interview
- Writing sample
- Personal essay
- 3 Reference Letters
- Resume
- Department of Dance Program Application Information Form (provides detailed academic and professional dance training & education)
Preference Deadline Information |
Dr. Penelope Hanstein, Chair Dance 940-898-2086 dance@twu.edu |
|
Dance |
MFA |
|
- Interview
- Personal essay
- 3 Reference Letters
- Curriculum vita
- Sample of scholarly writing (e.g. article, thesis chapter, research presentation)
- Sample of a syllabus for a university-level course
- Department of Dance Program Application Information Form (provides detailed academic and professional dance training & education)
- Optional video/DVD portfolio of artistic work
Preference Deadline Information |
Dr. Penelope Hanstein, Chair Dance 940-898-2086 dance@twu.edu |
|
Dance |
PHD |
|
- Interview
- Personal essay
- 3 Reference Letters
- Curriculum Vita
- Sample of scholarly writing (e.g., article, thesis chapter, research presentation)
- Sample of a syllabus for a university-level course
- Department of Dance Program Application Information Form (provides detailed academic and professional dance training & education)
- Optional video/DVD portfolio of artistic work
Preference Deadline Information |
Dr. Penelope Hanstein, Chair Dance 940-898-2086 dance@twu.edu |
|
Drama |
MA |
|
- Audition
- Interview
- Samples of Professional Writing and/or Solo Performance
|
Prof. Sharon Benge, Program Director Music and Drama 940-898-2518 sbenge@twu.edu |
|
Early Childhood Education |
MA MED MS |
|
|
Dr. Karen Petty Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Early Childhood Education |
EDD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500) |
- 3 letters of recommendation
- 3 years of teaching experience, 2 with young children
|
Dr. Karen Petty Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Education of the Deaf |
MS |
|
- 2 Reference Letters
- Personal Essay
Preference Deadline Information |
Dr. Chad Smith Communication Sciences and Disorders 940-898-2025 deafdl@twu.edu |
|
(Educational) Administration |
MA MED |
|
- Vita
- Statement of Intent
- 3 Letters of Reference
- Teacher Service Record
- Copy of professional certifications
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Gina Anderson
Dr. Carol Thomas Teacher Education 940-898-2271 bdarling@twu.edu
|
|
English |
MA |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (350) |
- 3 Reference Letters
- 3.0 GPA on previous upper-division and graduate work
- Interview, if applying as a Graduate Assistant
- 600 TOEFL, preferred for international students
|
Dr. Phyllis Bridges English, Speech & Foreign Languages 940-898-2324 pbridges@twu.edu |
|
English - Rhetoric |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (350) |
- Writing Sample
- 3 Reference Letters
- 3.0 GPA on previous upper-division and graduate work
- Interview, if applying as a Graduate Assistant
- 600 TOEFL preferred, for international students
|
Dr. Phyllis Bridges English, Speech & Foreign Languages 940-898-2324 pbridges@twu.edu |
|
Exercise & Sports Nutrition |
MS |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (400) |
- Undergraduate prerequisites:
- Chemistry (including BioChemistry)/9 hrs
- Human Physiology/3 hrs
- Intro to Nutrition (including Advanced Nutrition)/9 hrs
- Kinesiology (including Exercise Physiology)/9hrs
- 3.00 or above on 4.00 GPA for last 60 hrs of formal coursework
- Resume
- 2 letters of recommendation
Preference Deadline Information |
Dr. David Nichols Kinesiology 940-898-2575 940-898-2522 dnichols@twu.edu |
|
Family Studies |
MS |
|
|
Dr. Larry LeFlore, Chair Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Family Studies |
PHD |
|
|
Dr. Larry LeFlore, Chair Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Family Therapy |
MS |
|
- Interview
- 3.25 GPA on last 60 hours
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Linda Brock Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Family Therapy |
PHD |
|
- Interview
- 3.25 GPA on last 60 hours
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Linda Brock Family Sciences 940-898-2685 famsci@twu.edu |
|
Food Science |
MS |
GRE: Verbal (350) Quant. (450) |
- 1-2 pp Resume
- 3.25 GPA on last 60 undergrad hrs
|
Dr. Chandan Prasad, Chair Nutrition & Food Sciences 940-898-2636 nutrfdsci@twu.edu |
|
Food Systems Administration |
MS |
GRE: Verbal (350) Quant. (450) |
- 1-2 pp. resume
- 3.25 GPA on last 60 undergrad hrs
|
Dr. Chandan Prasad, Chair Nutrition & Food Sciences 940-898-2636 nutrfdsci@twu.edu |
|
Government |
MA |
GRE
*See note regarding GRE/GMAT waivers in the next column. |
- Writing sample or portfolio
Note: The GRE/GMAT requirement is waived for applicants who have successfully completed a graduate degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.A., M.L.S., LL.M., or J.D.) |
Dr. Barbara Presnall History & Government 940-898-2133 historygov@twu.edu
|
|
Health Care Administration |
MHA |
GRE: Verbal (450) Quant. (450)
- or -
GMAT (450)
*See note regarding GRE/GMAT waivers in the next column. |
- Resume
- 3 letters of reference
- Interview
Note: The GRE/GMAT requirement is waived for the following applicants: those holding a prior master's or doctoral degree from an accredited United States university with a GPA of at least 3.0, those who hold a law degree from an accredited United States institution, and physicians licensed to practice in the United States.
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Kelley Moseley, Program Director Health Care Administration - Houston 713-794-2061 healthcareadministration@twu.edu
|
|
Health Systems Management - Dallas |
MHSM |
|
- Resume
- 3 letters of reference
Preference Deadline Information
|
Dr. Rob Maurer, Program Director Health Systems Management - Dallas 214-689-6560 rmaurer@twu.edu |
|
Health Studies |
MS |
GRE: Verbal (450) Quant. (400) |
- Appropriate academic background and professional and volunteer experience for master's study in health studies as evidenced by a professional vita.
- Two acceptable recommendations (using the departmental recommendation forms), completed within the past 12 months by faculty members, academic advisors, or employers.
- Ability to express concepts and ideas in writing as evidenced in a 300-word written essay.
Check deadlines - July 1 & April 1
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Doug Coyle Health Studies 940-898-2868 tcoyle@twu.edu
|
|
Health Studies |
PHD EDD |
GRE: Verbal (475) Quant. (400) |
- A GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale on master's degree coursework.
- Appropriate academic background and professional and volunteer experience for doctoral study in health studies as evidenced by a professional vita.
- Two acceptable recommendations (using the departmental recommendation forms) completed within the past 12 months by faculty members, academic advisors, or employers.
- Ability to express concepts and ideas in writing as evidenced in a 600-word essay.
- For international students, a minimum score of 575 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Check deadlines - July 1 & April 1
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Doug Coyle Health Studies 940-898-2868 tcoyle@twu.edu
|
|
History |
MA |
GRE
*See note regarding GRE/GMAT waivers in the next column. |
- Writing sample or portfolio
Note: The GRE/GMAT requirement is waived for applicants who have successfully completed a graduate degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.A., M.L.S., LL.M., or J.D.)
|
Dr. Barbara Presnall History & Government 940-898-2156 historygov@twu.edu
|
|
Kinesiology |
MS |
|
- Vita
- 2 letters of reference
Preference Deadline Information |
Dr. David Nichols Kinesiology 940-898-2575 940-898-2522 dnichols@twu.edu |
|
Kinesiology |
PHD |
|
- Vita
- Interview
- 3 letters of reference
- Statement of Commitment
Preference Deadline Information |
Dr. David Nichols Kinesiology 940-898-2575 940-898-2522 dnichols@twu.edu |
|
Library Science |
MA MLS |
GRE (preferred), GMAT, MCAT, or MAT
Preferred scores fall at or above national aggregate medians for available demographic variables.
*See note regarding exam score waivers in the next column |
- SLIS application form
- Resume (optional)
- 3 letters of recommendation from professional and/or educational sources who can address applicant's potential for success in Graduate School
- Well-written, 2-page statement of intent addressing applicant's professional interest, experience, or expertise in librarianship, information studies and/or information technology
Note: Applicants holding a prior graduate degree are not required to complete the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, or MAT. |
Brenda Mallory Library and Information Studies 940-898-2602 slis@twu.edu |
|
Library Science |
PHD |
Effective for Fall 2008 applicants;
GRE (preferred), GMAT, MCAT, or MAT
Preferred scores fall at or above national aggregate medians for available demographic variables.
|
1. SLIS Ph.D application form
2. Essay
3. Vita or resume
4. 3 letters of reference |
Brenda Mallory Library and Information Studies 940-898-2602 slis@twu.edu |
|
Mathematics |
MA MS |
|
|
Dr. Don Edwards, Chair Mathematics & Computer Science 940-898-2166 mathcs@twu.edu |
|
Mathematics - Mathematics Teaching |
MS |
|
|
Dr. Don Edwards, Chair Mathematics & Computer Science 940-898-2166 mathcs@twu.edu |
|
Molecular Biology |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500) |
- 3 reference letters
- Letter of Interest (including personal contact information)
|
Dr. Sarah McIntire, Chair Biology 940-898-2352 smcintire@twu.edu |
|
Music |
MA
(Spec. in Performance, Music Therapy, Pedagogy, Music Education) |
|
- Music History/Theory Placement Exam
- Licensure as a Music Therapist or equivalency coursework (Music Therapy specialization only)
- Piano and Aural Skills Proficiency Exam (Music Pedagogy specialization only)
- Teacher Certification or equivalency coursework (Music Education specialization only)
|
Dr. James Chenevert, Chair Music & Drama 940-898-2500 music@twu.edu |
|
Nursing |
MS |
GRE or MAT
*See note regarding GRE/MAT waivers in the next column |
- RN license
- Basic statistics course
- BS degree in nursing
- GPA 3.0 on last 60 hrs in undergraduate nursing degree
- GPA on 3.0 or higher in all prior graduate work
Note: Applicants seeking a post-master's certificate are not required to complete the GRE or MAT.
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Anne Stiles, Assoc. Dean Nursing - Denton 940-898-2411 Astiles@twu.edu
Dr. Caryl Mobley, Assoc. Dean Nursing - Dallas, Parkland 214-689-6512 Cmobley@twu.edu
Dr. Rebecca Krepper, Assoc. Dean Nursing - Houston 713-794-2100 Rkrepper@twu.edu
Dr. Rae Langford M.S. in Nursing Education 100% Online Program 713-794-2100 raelangford@twu.edu
|
|
Nursing Science |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (460) Quant. (500)
- or -
MAT - (50) |
- RN license
- Statistics
- Curriculum vita
- 2 letters of reference
- MS in nursing (preferred)
- Graduate-level research course
- Graduate-level nursing theory course
- Letter stating professional and research goals
- GPA of 3.5 or higher on prior graduate work for unconditional admission
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Patti Hamilton Coordinator, Ph.D. Program Nursing - Denton 940-898-2401 phamilton@twu.edu
Dr. Sandra Cesario Coordinator, Ph.D. Program Nursing - Houston 713-794-2110 scesario@twu.edu
|
|
Nursing Practice |
DNP |
GRE: Verbal (460)Quant. (500)
- or -
MAT - (50) |
- RN license
- Graduate-level Statistics
- Curriculum vita
- 2 letters of reference
- MS in nursing
- Graduate-level research course
- Letter discussing professional goals
- GPA of 3.5 or higher on prior graduate work
- Certification as an APN (NP or CNM) by a nationally recognized accrediting body
- Eligibility to be recognized as an APN in Texas
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Peggy Mancuso Coordinator, DNP Program Nursing - Dallas, Parkland 214-689-6510, 6552 pmancuso@twu.edu
|
|
Nutrition |
MS |
GRE: Verbal (350) Quant. (450) |
- 1-2 pp. resume
- 3.25 GPA on last 60 undergrad hrs
|
Dr. Chandan Prasad, Chair Nutrition & Food Sciences 940-898-2636 nutrfdsci@twu.edu |
|
Nutrition |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (450) Quant. (550) |
- 1-2 pp. resume
- 2 letters of reference
- 3.5 GPA on last 60 undergrad hrs & all post-baccalaureate & graduate hrs
|
Dr. Chandan Prasad, Chair Nutrition & Food Sciences 940-898-2636 nutrfdsci@twu.edu |
|
Occupational Therapy |
MOT (Entry-level Professional Degree) |
|
- Essay
- Personal interview
- 3.0 GPA on prerequisites
- Recommendation based on minimum 20 hours observation with one supervising OTR
Preference Deadline Information |
Occupational Therapy Dr. Johnnie Aven (Fast-track) Prof. Sher Harnish (COTA to MOT) Denton - 940-898-2801 ot@twu.edu
Dr. Catherine Candler, Assoc. Director Dallas - 214-706-2350 ot@twu.edu
Dr. Patricia Bowyer, Assoc. Director Houston - 713-794-2128 ot@twu.edu |
|
Occupational Therapy |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (650) Quant. (350) |
- Essay
- Personal interview
- 3 letters of reference
- Master's degree in occupational therapy or related field
- Certification as a registered occupational therapist (OTR) by the NBCOT
- International students may not hold NBCOT certification but must have graduated from a program recognized by the World Federation of Occupational Therapy
|
Occupational Therapy Dr. Sally Schultz, Director Denton - 940-898-2801 ot@twu.edu
Dr. Catherine Candler, Assoc. Director Dallas - 214-706-2350 ot@twu.edu
Dr. Gayle Hersch Houston - 713-794-2128 ot@twu.edu |
|
Physical Therapy Entry-Level Program (Code #75608) |
DPT |
GRE |
- Essay
- Resume
- Prerequisite courses
- 2 recommendations on departmental forms
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Sharon Olson, Director Physical Therapy 940-898-2460 mdaugherty@twu.edu |
|
Physical Therapy |
PHD |
|
- Essay
- Resume
- Interview
- 2 recommendations
- Eligible for licensure
|
Dr. Sharon Olson, Director Physical Therapy 940-898-2460 mdaugherty@twu.edu |
|
Reading |
MA MED |
GRE: Verbal (350) Quant. (350) |
|
Dr. Margaret Compton, Chair Reading 940-898-2230 reading@twu.edu |
|
Reading |
PHD EDD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500)
- or -
Verbal / Quant / Analytical scores within 1 standard deviation of mean for education majors |
- Master's degree
- On-site writing sample
- GPA of 3.5 on graduate coursework
- Screening interview by admission committee
- Submission of following documentation prior to screening:
1. 3 letters of recommendation 2. Vita or resume 3. 1-2 page statement of professional experience and goals in pursuing a doctoral degree in reading
Preferred: 3 years teaching (or other practicum/internship) |
Dr. Margaret Compton, Chair Reading 940-898-2230 reading@twu.edu |
|
Rhetoric (English) |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (350) |
- Writing Sample
- 3 Reference Letters
- 3.0 GPA on previous upper-division and graduate work
- Interview, if applying as a Graduate Assistant
- 600 TOEFL preferred, for international students
|
Dr. Phyllis Bridges English, Speech & Foreign Languages 940-898-2324 pbridges@twu.edu |
|
School Psychology |
MA |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500) |
- Essay
- 3 reference letters
- 3.5 GPA undergrad psych classes
- BA/BS in psych or 18 hrs of required psych classes
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Kathy DeOrnellas Psychology and Philosophy 940-898-2303 kdeornellas@twu.edu |
|
School Psychology |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500) |
- Essay
- 3 reference letters
- 3.5 GPA prior masters
- 3.5 GPA undergrad psych classes
- BA/BS in psych or 18 hrs of required psych classes
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Denise Maricle Psychology and Philosophy 940-898-2303 dmaricle@twu.edu |
|
Sociology |
MA |
GRE
|
- 2 reference letters
- 2-3 page statement of intent
|
Dr. Mahmoud Sadri Sociology & Social Work 940-898-2052 msadri@twu.edu |
|
Sociology |
PHD |
GRE
|
- GPA of 3.5
- 3 reference Letters
- 2-3 page statement of intent
- 12-18 hours prior work in sociology, including graduate statistics and graduate school sciences research methods
|
Dr. Mahmoud Sadri Sociology & Social Work 940-898-2052 msadri@twu.edu |
|
Special Education |
MA MED |
|
- Vita
- Statement of Intent
- 3 Letters of Reference
- Teacher Service Record
- Copy of professional certifications
|
Dr. Jane Pemberton, Interim Chair Teacher Education 940-898-2271 bdarling@twu.edu |
|
Special Education |
PHD |
GRE: Verbal (500) Quant. (500) |
- Resume
- 3 reference letters
- Teacher Service Record
- Copy of professional certifications
- Professional position statement of 1000 words or less
- Letter of intent to pursue special education doctorate
|
Dr. Jane Pemberton, Interim Chair Teacher Education 940-898-2271 bdarling@twu.edu |
|
Speech-Language Pathology |
MS |
GRE |
- Personal Essay
- 2 reference letters
Application Deadline Information |
Dr. Kathy Millay, Director of Speech-Language Pathology 940-898-2025 mdeafdl@twu.edu |
|
Teaching |
MAT |
THEA/TASP: Math (240) Reading (260) Writing (240) |
- 2.5 cumulative GPA on all previous undergraduate and graduate work in addition to the required 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours
|
Susan Fischer Student Support Center Professional Education 940-898-2829 sfischer@twu.edu |
|
Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum |
MA MED |
|
· Vita
· Statement of Intent
· 3 Letters of Reference
· Teacher Service Record
· Copy of professional certifications
· GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale for last 60 undergraduate hours |
Dr. Gina Anderson Dr. Carol Thomas Teacher Education 940-898-2271 bdarling@twu.edu |
|
Women's Studies |
MA |
|
- Personal Essay
- 2 Reference Letters
|
Dr. Claire Sahlin, Program Director Women's Studies 940-898-2119 womenstudies@twu.edu |