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2013–14 Graduate and Adult Programs Academic Catalog
Graduate Programs
Graduate Admissions
Graduate Admissions
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Admissions Criteria
Cedarville University invites applications for its graduate and
professional practice degree programs from college graduates
who are able to present strong academic records and a clear
testimony of faith in Jesus Christ.
All graduate program application checklists may be found under
the appropriate graduate program by accessing
cedarville.edu/
gradapply
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Applicants must also affirm their commitment to the Cedarville
Covenant and agree to abide by the student standards of conduct.
Applicants should review the University’s doctrinal statement to
understand our beliefs and Christian heritage, which serves as the
foundation for our community.
Cedarville University does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, sex, disability, or national origin.
Degree Program Admission
Admission to Cedarville University graduate degree programs
is managed by the associated academic school or department
in cooperation with University Admissions. All admissions are
competitive and reflect the judgment of the academic department
or school for which admission is being sought. Those making
admission decisions take into account the student’s potential to
complete a particular program. Some graduate programs may
require a personal interview for admission to the program and
the graduate admissions committee may request an interview,
when beneficial, for nonacademic matters. For specific information
on each program’s criteria for admission, please refer to the
respective program’s section of this catalog.
The graduate admissions committee carefully considers each
applicant’s total record, seeking to make decisions that will result
in the best fit between the applicant’s interests and abilities as well
as the University’s expectations and values.
Nondegree and Certificate Program Admission
Students who would like to take a graduate course for
enrichment or transfer to another graduate program, or who plan
to be a part of one of our graduate certificate programs, should
complete the appropriate nondegree application. Admission
to Cedarville University nondegree and certificate programs is
managed by the Director of University Admissions in cooperation
with the respective program Director. For specific information on
each nondegree or certificate program’s criteria for admission
and application process, please refer to the respective program’s
section of this catalog and/or the graduate and adult programs
admission website.
Readmission
Cedarville University graduate students who have not been
enrolled in graduate courses at Cedarville University for more than
two years (24 months) and now want to re-enroll should submit
the application for graduate readmission at least one month
before the start of the desired term. For information regarding
readmission to your graduate program, please contact University
Admissions.
Graduate Admission Decisions
Unconditional Admission
Graduate applicants meeting all stated requirements for a
particular graduate program and approved by the program
department are granted unconditional degree-seeking admission.
Unconditional admission allows students to matriculate and
pursue a degree program plan without any restrictions. Students
with this type of admission are eligible for University and federal
financial aid.
Conditional Admission
Graduate applicants who evidence insufficient preparation in
their intended graduate program, or who lack certain supporting
documentation required for unconditional admission, may be
granted conditional degree-seeking admission by the program
department. Conditionally admitted students must meet the
stipulations set forth at the time of admission to achieve
unconditional admission status. Conditions of admission will be
communicated to the student by letter and the academic adviser.
Students are eligible for University and federal student aid.
Students are permitted to take a predetermined number of
credits on a conditionally admitted basis. Each graduate program
committee may determine the number of credits depending on
program requirements. Once students meet all the conditions of
admission and are admitted to an unconditional status, they may
pursue a degree program plan without any further restrictions.
Conditions of admission not met by the communicated deadline
could lead to dismissal from the program at the end of the term.
Academic deficiencies include but are not limited to the
following:
• Undergraduate GPA does not meet the program
requirements.
• Required entrance examination scores have not been
received (includes international student test scores) or need
to be retaken for higher score.
• Final, official undergraduate transcript has not been received.
(Used to offer conditional admission to current applicants
in their final semester of undergraduate study or used to
offer conditional admission to late applicants who send
us unofficial transcripts. In both cases, a final and official
transcript would be needed to meet the conditions of
admission.)
• Program course deficiencies (may be taken at CU or other
accredited university): A program course deficiency is defined
as courses that are lacking in the student’s undergraduate
preparation and indicate that the student is inadequately
prepared to begin master’s-level work as determined by the
program admissions committee. A course deficiency is not the
same as a course prerequisite.
• Undergraduate degree is from an unaccredited or unapproved
institution.
Note: Program Directors may require GRE/GMAT of applicants
prior to considering for/approval of conditional admission.
Denied Admission
Graduate applicants who do not meet the stated requirements
for admission to the University and/or the desired graduate
program may be denied admission. Applicants may appeal
decisions directly to the graduate admission committee for
consideration if additional information is provided that addresses
the reason for the deny decision.
