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2015–16 Graduate and Adult Programs Academic Catalog
Graduate Programs
Graduate Admissions
Graduate Admissions
Apply online at
cedarville.edu/gradapply
.
Admission 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
.
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 in cooperation with
University Admissions. All admissions are competitive and reflect
the judgment of the academic 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 program director 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 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 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 according to the
admission deadlines posted on the respective program website.
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
school 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
school. 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 advisor. 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.
• Undergraduate degree is from an unaccredited or unapproved
institution.
• 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 submit 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 Cedarville
University 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.
• Required entrance examination scores have not been
received (includes international student test scores) or need
to be retaken for higher score.
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.