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When will you begin accepting applications for the program? |
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We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2008. Admission information and application materials can be found on this website. Admission is contingent upon program approval by WASC and the CSU Board of Trustees. |
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When is the regular application period? |
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The regular application period follows the priority deadline, which ended on April 30, 2008. The official close of the regular application period will be posted online approximately two weeks prior to the deadline. It is best to submit application materials as early as possible. |
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How long does it take for an admission decision to be made? |
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There are two processes involved in the admission decision. Preliminary decision is based on a comprehensive review of the application materials received. Those who are identified as candidates are invited for an interview with the Admissions Committee before a final decision is made. Preliminary decisions on the complete applications received by the priority deadline (4/30/08) should take approximately 3-4 weeks, and those applications received during the regular admission period, 4-6 weeks following the regular admission deadline. Interviews for the finalists will occur approximately 2-3 weeks following the preliminary decisions. |
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How many students will you be accepting in 2008? |
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We expect to admit annually a cohort of 20-25 students. |
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Is a master's degree required for applying to the doctoral program? |
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If you anticipate completing your master's program from an accredited institution by end of spring or summer, you may apply to the program. You may be granted conditional admission based on satisfactory completion of the master's program. |
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Are there specializations within the program? |
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Yes, there are two specializations: P-12 (preschool, elementary, and secondary) and Community College. |
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How long will it take to complete the program? |
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The program is designed to be completed in three years, including summer study. |
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How many units are required to complete the program? |
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The program consists of 60 units, of which 27 units are Core courses (to be taken by both P-12 and CC students), 21 units of Specialization courses, and 12 units from dissertation. |
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Are transfer units allowed? |
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The program may accept transfers of up to 12 units if they satisfy the following: (a) they were post-master/doctoral courses taken while officially matriculated in a graduate program at an accredited university; (b) the courses are equivalent in content and rigor to the courses offered in the doctoral program at CSU Stanislaus; (c) the courses are no older than 7 years from the time of graduation from the doctoral program at CSU Stanislaus; (d) the grades received in the courses are at least 3.0 or "B"; and (e) the petition is filed prior to enrollment in the doctoral program at CSU Stanislaus. |
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How many courses will students need to take in a given term? |
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Students will typically take two Core courses during Fall, Spring, and Summer terms, and one course during Winter term. Upon completion of the Qualifying Exam in Year 2, students will generally take one Specialization course, while working toward the dissertation. |
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When are courses typically offered? |
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Courses are offered in the evenings, meeting no more than once a week. Please check the "Course Schedule 2008-09" on this website for specific meeting days and times. |
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Where will the courses be held? |
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Courses are planned to be held on the main campus in Turlock, 2008-09. Depending on the demand and resources available, cohorts may be formed in other parts of Central Valley. Many of the courses will be designed as hybrid courses. |
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What is the minimum GPA for admission to the program? |
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Applicants are expected to have attained a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 in completed graduate courses. |
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Is GRE required for admission to the program? If so, what is the minimum score required. |
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Yes, GRE, taken within the past five years, is a requirement for admission. As admission is based on comprehensive evaluation of the achievements as well as potential for academic and professional success, there is no “cut-off” GRE score. |
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What type of GRE test should applicants take and what is the program code? |
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Applicants should prepare to take the computer-based General Test of GRE. The program code is 3001, Educational Administration. Please allow approximately two weeks for the results to be sent to the university. For more information on the GRE, please visit the website at www.gre.org. |
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What should I do if I expect to have all the materials prepared, but I am unable to take the GRE test before the priority deadline of April 30th? |
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It is best to submit the materials you have with a copy of your GRE registration before the priority deadline. Please have the official scores sent as soon as possible. Please make sure to check all testing sites, including those in Fresno, San Francisco, and San Jose. |
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Can work experience substitute for GRE? |
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No, all applicants are expected to take and submit the GRE score. |
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Does the program require a Master’s degree in any specific major? |
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Strong candidates for the program are those who hold a Master’s degree related to education, social science, liberal studies/humanities, human service, and/or administration, with relevant experience and interest in school or organizational leadership. |
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What is the tuition for the program? |
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The 2008-09 fees are estimated at $12,519 for a 12-month study. The annual fee will be assessed proportionally each term/session (typically 3 or 4 times). The summer fee is approximately half the fees for the combined academic year. |
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Is financial aid available? |
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Yes, there will be some financial aid, scholarships, and graduate assistantships available to qualified students. Prospective applicants should review the financial aid information contained in the CSU Admission Application booklet or online at www.csumentor.edu. Students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which may be obtained from the Financial Aid/Scholarships office at CSU Stanislaus or from the internet at www.fafsa.ed.gov, observing the applicable deadlines and requirements.
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Will the doctoral degree from CSU Stanislaus qualify me to teach at a four-year college or university? |
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One's qualification for teaching at a four-year college or university vary depending on several factors, including academic and professional preparation, as well as potential for engaging in advanced scholarship. For example, those with a strong background in teaching or administration with outstanding academic preparation and achievement may be able to qualify for teaching in a teacher education or educational/school administration program at a university. |
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Will there by program information meetings held in Spring 2008? |
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There will be program information sessions held on-campus and at various locations in California throughout Winter and Spring 2008. Please refer to the "On-campus Information Meeting Schedule" and "Off-campus Information Meeting Schedule" on this website for current information on these meetings. |