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THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS

 

Eligibility:

Applicants applying for degree programs should have . . . 

A)                 A high school diploma or its equivalent (for the undergraduate programs), an appropriate bachelor degree or equivalent (for the masters programs), an appropriate masters degree or equivalent and a minimum of three years of professional experience in the student’s chosen profession (for the doctoral program).  Using the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) guidelines, a portfolio may be prepared in lieu of a Master’s degree. 

B)                  Three letters of recommendation, attesting to the applicant’s ability to pursue and complete the degree work for which the student applied.

C)                  A short essay describing their desire to enter the program and how it fits into their goals. 

D)                  A completed application with applicable fee. 

E)                   If you are an International Student: a confidential financial statement on the form provided by the Graduate Admissions Office; and TOEFL test results of 550 or higher, unless a UWCMA bilingual faculty advisors are available in the applicant's native language.

 

Enrollment Procedures

 

Step 1     Complete the application for admissions.  This form must be signed and dated.  Mail the completed form together with a $50.00 check made out to: UWCMA, to the Administrative Office.  Please send application and essay to UWCMA by e-mail and e-mail attachment to: uwcma-application@wcma-usa.org .  

Step 2     At the time you submit your application and fee, request that all official transcripts be mailed directly to UWCMA by parcel post. 

Step 3     Submit a minimum of three letters of recommendation mailed directly to UWCMA from the initiating individual by parcel post. 

Step 4     Write a 3-5 page essay stating how enrollment at UWCMA fits with your professional and personal goals and mail it to admissions along with the competed application. 

Step 5     Applications and all supporting documents will be evaluated after receipt, and a preliminary decision will be made concerning acceptance into the program.  You will be notified of this decision.  If favorable, you will be invited to an Orientation Workshop (counts as your first residency if fully accepted).  While attending an Orientation Workshop you will be informed of full acceptance and enrollment or denial.