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Degrees Offered

Doctoral

On Campus

Admission Criteria

  • Fall Deadline: February 1
  • Minimum of Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
  • Minimum GPA: 3.0 preferred
  • Minimum GRE score: Verbal + Quantitative = 306, preferred

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Health and Rehabilitation Science Program

The following items must be uploaded to your Graduate School online application:

  • Transcripts
  • Official GRE results
  • English Proficiency Exam results (international students only)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • A curriculum vitae or resume
  • 500-word personal statement/statement of interest
  • One example of scholarly work
  • Faculty Interest, identifying 1-3 faculty members (built into the Graduate School online application)

Note: An interview is required for admission to the program.

 

On Campus

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Application Deadline

Entrance TermApply by
FallJanuary 15
SpringOctober 15

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum GPA: 3.5 in math and statistics to enter PhD program
  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or University in related area
  • Undergraduate courses in statistics are recommended but not required. Consideration also is given to rank in graduating class, trends in grade records, maturity and experience, and other criteria bearing on qualifications.
  • Before entering the graduate program, a student should have a background that includes three semesters of calculus (or equivalent), one semester of matrix theory, and at least one post-calculus course in probability and statistics. Some required courses at the 7000 level not taken as an undergraduate may be taken for graduate credit as part of the graduate program.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Application Process

  • New applicants: Complete the Graduate School online application and upload the required application materials to the online application.
  • Current MU graduate students: Contact us before submitting your application.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Statistics Program

  • 3 letters of recommendation (use departmental form or submit through the Graduate School online application)
  • Resume
  • Personal statement
  • TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants
  • Video statement (optional): Upload a short video statement (no more than 2 minutes) introducing yourself and why you want to pursue a graduate degree in statistics at the University of Missouri

On Campus

The program offers Doctoral degrees in Special Education with emphasis areas in Behavior Disorders, Early Childhood Special Education, and Learning Disabilities.

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: January 15
Spring deadline: August 15

  • Minimum GPA: 3.5/4.0

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Minimum GRE Scores

Test Type  Verbal+Quantitative
GRE 297

Faculty selection committees review applications for admission into the various graduate programs. Factors considered in the graduate student review process include previous academic course work and performance, GRE scores, letters of recommendation from professors or professional supervisors and relevant professional work experiences. The letter of intent is evaluated for advising purposes and is an indication of the applicant’s motivation, professionalism and writing competencies. Interviews with faculty are often arranged as part of the admissions review process.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Special Education Program

  • Personal Data Sheet
  • Statement of purpose (usually around 500 words) in which you summarize your professional goals, including career objectives, research interests, your motivation for advanced graduate work and other pertinent information.
  • A minimum of three letters of recommendation. Letters may be sent to the Special Education Department or they may be submitted electronically through the Graduate School online application.
  • GRE score report
  • TOEFL or IELTS score report. Students whose native language is not English must submit scores on a TOEFL or the IELTS administered within the last two years.

On Campus

Note: The University is no longer accepting new applications for this program.

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: January 25

  • GRE is not required for admission

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Sociology Program

  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • GRE score report if available but it is not required
  • Statement of research interests not to exceed two pages.  Please indicate how your research fits with our broad department areas of culture, place, and/or environment
  • Copies of transcripts (it is helpful to have unofficial copies sent to the department)
  • Research paper, master’s thesis, senior thesis or term paper
  • Sociology supplemental information (built into the Graduate School online application)

On Campus

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: December 1

  • An MSW or related master’s is required. Applicants without the MSW must take a minimum of 12 credit hours of MSW course work. This requirement may be waived for applicants with additional graduate work.
  • Minimum of two years post-master’s practice experience encouraged
  • TOEFL or IELTS required for applicants who’s second language is English

These criteria are used flexibly to assess the applicant’s potential for study and research in this program.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Social Work Program (submitted via the Graduate School online application system)

  • Three letters of recommendation: two letters from professors who have known the applicant in an academic capacity. Please do not include personal, pastoral and relative references.
  • Current curriculum vita or resume. A minimum of two years’ postmasters practice experience is preferred.
  • Writing proficiency sample (e.g., previous publication, book chapter, master’s thesis, unpublished research paper, etc.)
  • Personal statement (see department instructions)
  • A personal interview is required, and if possible, will be arranged at MU. A Skype interview may be utilized in some cases.

Note: This program offers a MSW/PhD joint degree. Information about the MSW/PhD Joint Program is available at https://healthprofessions.missouri.edu/social-work/masters-degree/msw-phd-joint-degree/.

On Campus

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Application deadline: Two months prior to the start of the academic semester for which the applicant is applying.

  • Completion of an MS degree or equivalent. A waiver of the MS degree requirement may be made by the candidate’s doctoral program committee.
  • Atmospheric science applicants: Undergraduate program should include integral calculus and one year of college physics.
  • Soil science applicants: Completed courses in general and organic chemistry, calculus, geology and physics. Inadequacies in courses must be remedied through additional course work immediately after admission.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Soil, Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences Program

All application materials for graduate admission into the SEAS program must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

  • Letter of self-evaluation and professional goals
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume (optional)
  • Official scores from TOEFL or IELTS is required from international applicants.

Master's

On Campus

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Application deadline: Two months prior to the start of the academic semester for which the applicant is applying.

  • Current MU undergraduate students are eligible to apply to this program. To be considered for admission to the accelerated MS program in Soil, Environmental and Atmospheric Sciences, a student must:
    • Have completed at least 90 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree.
    • Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 for the last 60 hours of coursework
  • Currently, this accelerated master’s program is only open to the Atmospheric Science students. Their undergraduate program should include integral calculus, general chemistry and a year of university physics.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.

For the Soil, Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences Program

All application materials for graduate admission into the SEAS program must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

  • Letter of self-evaluation and professional goals
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume (optional)

On Campus

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

The program offer a Master of Arts in Statistics, with emphasis areas in Biostatistics and Data Analytics.

Admission Criteria

Current MU undergraduate students are eligible to apply to this program. To be considered for admission to the accelerated MA program in Statistics, a student must:

  • Have completed at least 90 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree with an overall GPA of at least 3.0
  • Have at least one (preferably two) semester of undergraduate enrollment remaining before completion of a bachelor’s degree.
  • Have completed the following courses each with grades of “B” or higher (a “B minus” is not sufficient):
    • The calculus sequence (Math 1500, 1700, and 2300 or equivalent).
    • A course in matrix theory (Math 4140 or equivalent).
    • A calculus-based course covering statistical inference (Stat 4710 or 4760 or equivalent).
    • A course in statistical modeling (Stat 3500 or 4510 or equivalent).
  • Have a GPA of at least 3.5 in all math and statistics courses completed and have earned at least a “B” (not “B minus”) in each statistics course completed. (NOTE:  It is expected that the vast majority of an applicant’s math and statistics course work will have been completed in residence at MU.  Students who have transferred a substantial amount of math and statistics credit from other universities may still apply to the program.  These students will be evaluated individually based on both the grades earned in the transferred course and the stature of the university from which the courses were transferred.)
  • Have produced an academic record that suggests the student will likely complete an MA degree in statistics.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application.

For the Statistics Program

  • One letter of recommendation from a faculty member in Statistics
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose

On Campus

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

The program offer a Master of Arts in Statistics, with emphasis areas in Biostatistics and Data Analytics.

Admission Criteria

Application Deadline

Entrance TermApply by
Fall for regular MA trackJanuary 15
Fall for applied MA trackMarch 30
SpringOctober 15

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum GPA: 3.0 in math and statistics courses to enter master’s program
  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or University in related area
  • Undergraduate courses in statistics are recommended but not required. Consideration also is given to rank in graduating class, trends in grade records, maturity and experience, and other criteria bearing on qualifications.
  • Before entering the graduate program, a student should have a background that includes three semesters of calculus (or equivalent), one semester of matrix theory, and at least one post-calculus course in probability and statistics. Some required courses at the 7000 level not taken as an undergraduate may be taken for graduate credit as part of the graduate program.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Application Process

  • New applicants: Complete the Graduate School online application and upload the required application materials to the online application.
  • Current MU graduate students: Contact us before submitting your application.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Statistics Program

  • 3 letters of recommendation (use departmental form or submit through the Graduate School online application)
  • Resume
  • Personal Statement
  • TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants
  • Video statement (optional): Upload a short video statement (no more than 2 minutes) introducing yourself and why you want to pursue a graduate degree in statistics at the University of Missouri

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The program offers Master’s degrees in Special Education with emphasis areas in Autism, Behavior Disorders, Cross-Categorical with Certification, Early Childhood & Autism, Early Childhood Special Education, Gifted Education, and Learning Disabilities.

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: May 15
Spring deadline: October 15
Summer deadline: March 15

  • Minimum GPA: 3.0/4.0

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Faculty selection committees review applications for admission into the various graduate programs. Factors considered in the graduate student review process include previous academic course work and performance, GRE scores, letters of recommendation from professors or professional supervisors and relevant professional work experiences. The letter of intent is evaluated for advising purposes and is an indication of the applicant’s motivation, professionalism and writing competencies. Interviews with faculty are often arranged as part of the admissions review process.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Special Education Program

  • Personal Data Sheet
  • Statement of purpose (usually around 500 words) in which you summarize your professional goals, including career objectives, research interests, your motivation for graduate work and other pertinent information
  • A minimum of two letters of recommendation. Letters may be sent to the Special Education Department or they may be submitted electronically through the Graduate School online application.
  • GRE score report
  • TOEFL or IELTS score report. Students whose native language is not English must submit scores on a TOEFL or the IELTS administered within the last two years.

100% Online On Campus

Admission Criteria

  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University with the applicant’s undergraduate transcript reflecting a sound liberal arts foundation, including courses in the humanities, as well as in the social and behavioral sciences.

Application Deadlines

Degree OptionFT or PTDegree DeliverySemester StartApplication Deadline(s)
MSW Advanced StandingFull-TimeOn CampusFall StartJanuary 15 (early priority); March 15 (final deadline)
MSW Advanced StandingFull-TimeOn CampusSpring StartSeptember 15 (early priority); November 15 (final deadline)
MSW Advanced StandingPart-TimeOnlineFall StartJanuary 15 (early priority); March 15 (final deadline)
MSW Regular StandingFull-TimeOn CampusFall StartJanuary 15 (early priority); March 15 (final deadline)
MSW Regular StandingPart-TimeOnlineSummer StartJanuary 15 (early priority); March 15 (final deadline)

Notes:

  • Applicants qualify for advanced standing if they have completed their BSW degree within the past 7 years.
  • Our online program is open to residents of Missouri and states that are contiguous to Missouri (Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Tennessee).

Please note that our online program is restricted to residents of Missouri and states that are contiguous to Missouri (Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Tennessee).

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Prerequisites

All MSW applicants must complete an approved college level statistics course with a grade of C- or higher before they will be accepted to enroll in the MSW program. SW 4310 is the recommended course for University of Missouri students. The following University of Missouri courses are also approved and may be taken in lieu of SW4310 Statistics 1200, Statistics 1300 and ECP4170. Statistics courses completed at other academic institutions may substitute for University of Missouri statistic courses, pending submission of official transcript and approval by the MSW Program Director. Completion of the statistics course prior to application submission is preferred and strongly recommended. If an applicant is enrolled in a statistics course at the time of application and accepted into the MSW Program, the acceptance will be “pending successful completion of the approved statistics class.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Social Work Program

  • 6-page personal statement (click on this link for details on what to write about)
  • Resume or CV
  • Three letters of reference from persons who can address the applicant’s intellectual ability and interpersonal skills, potential for graduate education, and potential for professional social work practice through observation in an educational or work (paid or volunteer) setting. Letters of reference should not be submitted from friends or family.
  • Field practicum information – ADVANCED STANDING STUDENTS ONLY: Upload the most recent copy of your field evaluation. If your program does not have field evaluations, please have the Director of Field or your supervisor/instructor complete one of your three professional references.
  • TOEFL or IELTS Scores for international applicants: Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Note: This program offers a MSW/PhD joint degree. Information about the MSW/PhD Joint Program is available at https://healthprofessions.missouri.edu/social-work/masters-degree/msw-phd-joint-degree/.

On Campus

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Application deadline: Two months prior to the start of the academic semester for which the applicant is applying.

  • Completion of a B.S. degree
  • Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 for the last 60 hours of coursework
  • Atmospheric science applicants: Undergraduate program should include integral calculus and one year of college physics.
  • Environmental science applicants: Undergraduate program should include general and organic chemistry, introductory biology, calculus, geology, physics, and ecology.
  • Soil science applicants: Completed courses in general and organic chemistry, calculus, geology and physics. Inadequacies in courses must be remedied through additional course work immediately after admission.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Soil, Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences Program

All application materials for graduate admission into the SEAS program must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

  • Letter of self-evaluation and professional goals
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume (optional)
  • Official scores from TOEFL or IELTS is required from international applicants.

On Campus Requires Campus Visits

The program offers an on-campus Master of Arts in Journalism and an online Master of Arts in Journalism. The areas of study the online MA program offers are Health Communication, Interactive Media, Media Management, and Strategic Communication.

Admission criteria

  • Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
  • 3 years professional experience in a journalism or communication field (online program only)

Campus program deadlines*

Entrance TermApply byCourse work begins
FallJanuary 1August

Online program deadlines*

8 weeks prior to the beginning of the semester or session

Entrance TermApply byCourse work begins
SummerApril 14June
FallJuly 1August
Fall, second 8-week sessionAugust 26October
SpringNovember 25January
Spring, second 8-week sessionJanuary 20March

*Note: Deadlines are adhered to strictly, and no applicant is considered for admission until all required information is received.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores**

**Note: Every non-native English-speaking applicant who is applying to a graduate program at the Missouri School of Journalism must submit an English proficiency test score even if they meet all the criteria set by the University to be exempt from the English language requirement.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Journalism Master’s Program

Please upload the following application materials into the Graduate School online application:

  • Upload unofficial copies of all transcripts (in English) to the Academics section of your application.
  • 3 essays as specified on the School of Journalism website
  • Résumé
  • 3 letters of recommendation (use the online Graduate School application system)

On Campus Requires Campus Visits

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Entrance TermApplication Deadline
FallApril 21 (Click here to see more information)

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Data Science and Analytics Program

  • Resume
  • Personal Statement (why you want to pursue an MS in Data Science & Analytics, how data science will advance your career/life, and any other information you feel might support the application)

On Campus

Admission criteria

Deadline for Summer entrance: January 15

  • Undergraduate GPA: 3.0 (on last 60 hours of course work)

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences Program

Please contact the program directly for application process, before you begin a Graduate School application. The SLHS application process begins in the CSDCAS system.

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Admission process

Personal interviews may be requested. Acceptance for admission to master’s level study is determined by the Departmental Graduate Admissions Committee.

Prerequisite course work

If the student’s undergraduate major is in a field other than communication disorders, the student must have completed, or be in the process of completing, all required prerequisite coursework prior to applying to the MHS program.  Please contact the department for pre-application advising.

On Campus

Admission Criteria

  • First deadline: Due January 15th (For scholarships)
  • Second deadline: Due March 30th (For practicum placements)
  • Third deadline: June 30th – For admittance to classes

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Applied Behavior Analysis Program

  • Statement of purpose, around 500 words, in which you summarize your professional goals, including career objectives, research interests, your motivation for advanced graduate work and other pertinent information
  • CV/Resume
  • At least two letters of recommendation
    • The letters should attest to your professional competence, academic preparation and potential for graduate work.
    • Ideally, two letters should be from college or university professors who can discuss your academic abilities, and one should be from an administrator or colleague who can describe authoritatively your professional experience and potential.
    • Letters are submitted through the online application system.
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)

Graduate Certificate

100% Online

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description: The 100% online Intervention and Instruction Certificate will prepare highly qualified educators (general educators and special educators) and related service providers to provide evidence-based practices and supports to meet the academic goals of children with special needs. Scholars completing the certificate program will be able to deliver EBPs that are effective across developmental domains, can ameliorate negative effects, and improve long-term outcomes of student achievement. This graduate certificate may serve as a stand-alone credential or may be applied towards a master’s degree.

Certificate web site: https://cehd.missouri.edu/special-education/degrees-programs/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Entrance TermApplication Deadline
FallMay 15
SpringOctober 15
SummerMarch 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • Unofficial transcript
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • GRE score report (optional)

On Campus

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description:
Biostatistics is essential to interpreting scientific data generated from public health research, epidemiology studies, biological experiments, clinical trials, and medical research. The certificate serves to credential training in data analytic techniques specific to these areas, including computational techniques, clinical trials, study design, and data presentation and visualization. Graduates may seek employment as biostatisticians, data scientists, data analysts, and research analysts, among other professions.

Certificate web site: In development

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Entrance TermApply by
SummerRolling
FallAugust 1
SpringDecember 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV

100% Online

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description: This 100% online Special Education Cross-Categorical Certificate is recommended for educators (general educators, paraeducators, and other school personnel) who do not hold teaching certification in special education.  This certificate will prepare highly qualified school personnel to provide evidence-based practices and supports to children with disabilities in their classrooms. Scholars completing the certificate program will be able to deliver EBPs that are effective across developmental domains, can ameliorate negative effects, and improve long-term outcomes of student achievement. This graduate certificate is a stand-alone credential.

Certificate web site: https://cehd.missouri.edu/special-education/degrees-programs/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

  • Fall deadline: May 15
  • Spring deadline: October 15
  • Summer deadline: March 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • Unofficial transcript
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • GRE score report (optional)

100% Online

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description: The 100% online Special Education Certificate will prepare highly qualified educators (general educators and special educators) and related service providers to provide evidence-based practices and supports to students with disabilities in their classrooms. Scholars completing the certificate program will be able to deliver EBPs that are effective across developmental domains, can ameliorate negative effects, and improve long-term outcomes of student achievement. This graduate certificate may serve as a stand-alone credential or may be applied towards a master’s degree.

Certificate web site: https://cehd.missouri.edu/special-education/degrees-programs/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

  • Fall deadline: May 15
  • Spring deadline: October 15
  • Summer deadline: March 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • Unofficial transcript
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • GRE score report (optional)

100% Online

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description: The 100% online Early Childhood Special Education Certificate will prepare highly qualified educators (general educators and special educators) and related service providers to provide evidence-based practices (EBPs) and supports to early childhood special education students and their families. Scholars completing the certificate program will be able to deliver EBPs that are effective across developmental domains, can ameliorate negative effects, and improve long-term outcomes of student achievement. This graduate certificate may serve as a stand-alone credential or be applied towards a master’s degree.

Certificate web site: https://cehd.missouri.edu/special-education/degrees-programs/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

  • Fall deadline: May 15
  • Spring deadline: October 15
  • Summer deadline: March 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • Unofficial transcript
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • GRE score report (optional)

100% Online

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description: The 100% online Gifted Education Certificate will prepare highly qualified educators to provide evidence-based practices and supports to gifted children and their families. Scholars completing the certificate program will be able to deliver EBPs that are effective in supporting gifted and talented learners to achieve long-term outcomes of student success. This graduate certificate may serve as a stand-alone credential or be applied towards the required coursework to obtain gifted teaching certification and/or a master’s degree.

Certificate web site: https://cehd.missouri.edu/special-education/degrees-programs/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

  • Fall deadline: May 15
  • Spring deadline: October 15
  • Summer deadline: March 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • Unofficial transcript
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • GRE score report (optional)

100% Online

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description: The 100% online Autism Education Certificate will prepare highly qualified educators (general educators and special educators) and related service providers to provide evidence-based practices and supports to students with autism and other developmental disabilities. Scholars completing the certificate program will be able to deliver EBPs that are effective across developmental domains, can ameliorate negative effects, and improve long-term outcomes of student achievement. This graduate certificate may serve as a stand-alone credential or be applied towards a master’s degree.

Certificate web site: https://cehd.missouri.edu/special-education/degrees-programs/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

  • Fall deadline: May 15
  • Spring deadline: October 15
  • Summer deadline: March 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • Unofficial transcript
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • GRE score report (optional)

100% Online

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  16

Certificate description:

The Serious Game and Simulation Design (SGSD) graduate level certificate is a 16 credit-hour program. The SGSD certificate program prepares students as practicing professionals within technology environments having serious games and simulation design focuses.  This certificate would leverage currently available resources and faculty expertise into a meaningful program with a broad range of students and employers would find both desirable and valuable.

Certificate graduates would have enhanced skill sets giving them a competitive advantage when marketing themselves to SGSD positions. Using Bloom’s taxonomy structure, the following is a clear statement of certificate educational objectives.

  • Learn and apply a systematic, agile, team-based and flexible process for game and simulation design.
  • Learn and apply skills for prototyping game and/or simulation designs using appropriate software and/or game engine tools.
  • Learn and apply principles of visual design; design game and simulation assets.
  • Analyze existing games and simulations for usage of game / simulation strategies and mechanisms shown to be effective in achieving cognitive, affective and psychomotor “serious” outcomes.
  • Become fluent in usage of serious gaming and simulation technology equipment (e.g. HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Samsung GearVR, etc.)
  • Analyze needs, design, and prototype a “serious” game and / or simulation using strategies and mechanisms shown to be effective in achieving cognitive, affective and psychomotor “serious” outcomes.
  • Assess and evaluate learning outcomes from employing game / simulation strategies using user experience and usability methods.

Certificate web site:
https://education.missouri.edu/information-science-learning-technologies/certificates/serious-games-and-simulation-design-graduate-certificate/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

This program accepts rolling admissions, so you can apply at any time. We recommend you submit your application six weeks before the beginning of the term in which you wish to start your course work.

Entrance TermApplication Deadline
SummerMay 1
FallAugust 1
SpringDecember 1

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume or CV
  • SISLT Supplemental Information (built into the Graduate School online application)

100% Online

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description:
The Certificate Program in Sports Analytics at Mizzou offers a unique opportunity for students to learn statistical methods and computational tools to perform analyses for sports. The program will help to prepare students for career opportunities in the exciting and growing industry of sports analytics.

Certificate web site:
https://stat.missouri.edu/undergrad/sports-statistics

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Entrance TermApply by
SummerRolling
FallAugust 1
SpringDecember 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV

On Campus

Officially approved as:     

Degree Dependent:   Yes

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: The Society and Sustainability Program (SSP) is a unique interdisciplinary program that prepares students for careers with private and public organizations through advanced graduate level training and research. The certificate program is designed for students with undergraduate-graduate training in agriculture, biology, business administration, economics, engineering, fisheries and wildlife, forestry, geography, geology, sociology and related disciplines. Students who are in a graduate or professional program in their area of specialization take integrated courses and complete a thesis or dissertation that applies more than one discipline. The program is designed to enhance the student’s familiarity with disciplinary and interdisciplinary concepts and principles from the social and natural sciences and humanities.

Certificate web site:
https://dass.missouri.edu/graduate-studies/society-and-sustainability-graduate-certificate/

 

100% Online On Campus

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: Gerontological social work is one of the fastest growing fields within the profession, with a 25-34% job growth in the past decade. Therefore, the demand for social workers who have specialized training in working with older adults is very high. This certificate program is designed to help train the next generation of geriatric social work practitioners. Individuals enrolled in this certificate program will build knowledge and expertise in working with older adults and their families in a variety of settings that serve the aging population. This program offers an interdisciplinary emphasis, as social workers often work on large, interdisciplinary teams on behalf of their older clients. In addition, this program also focuses on building awareness of aging policies and services, as well as advocacy of older adults. As a result of earning this Graduate Certificate in Gerontological Social Work, students enrolled in an MSW program as well as practicing social workers who hold a BSW or MSW degree can expect enhanced employability in the field.

Certificate website:
https://healthprofessions.missouri.edu/social-work/graduate-certificate-in-gerontological-social-work/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

  • Summer semester: March 15
  • Fall semester: March 15
  • Spring semester: November 15

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

  • Resume/CV
  • Graduate Certificate Application (built into the Graduate School online application)

On Campus

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 18

Certificate description: A Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program will train you to be an exceptional practitioner of ABA-based interventions to improve quality of life for people with behavioral challenges, including children and adults with developmental needs. MU graduate students can complete the certificate program while pursuing a degree, and the certificate also complements the skills of recent graduates and experienced professionals who want to specialize in ABA. The program is designed to meet eligibility requirements to sit for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s (BACB) Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam. This course sequence is approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

In our program, you’ll learn the conceptual foundations of ABA and how these behavioral principles are applied to improve behavior. Central to this program is a collaboration with the MU College of Education and the MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Partnership with the College of Education allows for shared courses taught by professors from the School of Health Professions and the College of Education, and the MU Thompson Center serves as the primary practicum site to give you an exceptional experiential learning opportunity working with individuals with developmental needs.

Certificate web site:
https://education.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/certificates-minors/applied-behavior-analysis/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines for the Fall Semester

  • Priority deadline: January 15
  • Second priority deadline: March 30
  • Final deadline: June 30

Application Process

  • Current Mizzou Graduate Students: Complete the Change of Program Form and submit the form directly to the Applied Behavior Analysis program.
  • New/Returning Mizzou Graduate Students: Students new to Mizzou or former Mizzou graduate students returning after a semester break or longer, should complete the Graduate Application for Admission. Please include the application materials listed below in your online application.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

  • Completed Graduate School online application
  • Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
  • Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Applied Behavior Analysis Program

  • Unofficial transcript: Please upload all of your undergraduate and graduate unofficial transcripts.
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
  • Statement of purpose, around 500 words, in which you summarize your professional goals, including career objectives, research interests, your motivation for advanced graduate work and other pertinent information.
  • Resume/CV: Please make sure to include the month/year for the start and end dates of all work experience.
  • One Letter of Recommendation
    • The letter should attest to your professional competence, academic preparation and potential for graduate work.
    • Ideally, the letter should be from college or university professors who can discuss your academic abilities, or from an administrator or colleague who can describe authoritatively your professional experience and potential.
    • Letters are submitted through the online application system.

Minor

On Campus

To receive a designated minor in statistics for a PhD degree, at least 15 credit hours of course work at the 7000 level or higher must be completed from the Department of Statistics at MU. The courses must include at least two at the 8000 level or higher and may not include Statistics 7002, 7020, 7050, 7070, 7085, 7530, 8085, 8090, or 9085.  Students must have at least one course in calculus-based statistics and the equivalent of at least two courses in an applied statistics sequence.  The calculus-based statistics requirement can be met by Stat 7710 or Stat 7760, but no more than 6 hours of Stat 7710, 7750, and 7760 can be counted towards the 15 hours.  The applied sequence requirement can be satisfied by either Stat 7510/Stat 8220 or Stat 8310/8320.  At most one course from Stat 7510 and Stat 8310 can be counted and at most one course from Stat 8220 and 8320 can be counted towards the 15 hours. The plan of study must be approved by the Director of Graduate Studies of the Statistics Department and be completed with an average grade of B (3.0) or higher. Each student is encouraged to seek approval of his/her plan of study as soon as possible.

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Interdisciplinary Degree

On Campus

Officially approved as:     

Degree Dependent:   Yes

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: The Society and Sustainability Program (SSP) is a unique interdisciplinary program that prepares students for careers with private and public organizations through advanced graduate level training and research. The certificate program is designed for students with undergraduate-graduate training in agriculture, biology, business administration, economics, engineering, fisheries and wildlife, forestry, geography, geology, sociology and related disciplines. Students who are in a graduate or professional program in their area of specialization take integrated courses and complete a thesis or dissertation that applies more than one discipline. The program is designed to enhance the student’s familiarity with disciplinary and interdisciplinary concepts and principles from the social and natural sciences and humanities.

Certificate web site:
https://dass.missouri.edu/graduate-studies/society-and-sustainability-graduate-certificate/