Graduate Programs — International Admission Requirements

The Master of Science and Master of Arts in Mathematics degrees are designed to provide students with the opportunity to study graduate-level mathematics so that they may

1. obtain preferred employment in mathematics with government or industry,

2. teach at the junior college level or be better prepared to teach at the secondary school level, or

3. continue working toward a doctor of philosophy degree.

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• $75 International Student Application

• Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)

• University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

• IELTS or TOEFL Scores

• IELTS: 6.0 

• TOEFL: 71 

• Murray State University ESL Program

• Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS or 61-70 on the TOEFL

• Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

• Copy of Passport

• 2 Letters of Recommendation

• Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics

• For M.A.T., students with a degree in another related field may be eligible

The Master of Music Education degree program is designed to help develop the candidate's qualities of professional leadership. The curriculum is planned to emphasize the investigation of important ideas and practices pertaining to school music, continue the development of musical skills and concepts, and provide opportunities to acquire both greater breadth of musicianship and a useful degree of specialization as it affects the music teaching/learning process.

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• $75 International Student Application

• Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)

• University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale

• IELTS or TOEFL Scores

• IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR

• TOEFL: No section below 20

• Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

• Copy of Passport

• Undergraduate Major in Music or Equivalent with Teacher Certification

The Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health provides the philosophical, scientific, and technical knowledge required of individuals seeking professional management and administrative positions in the field. Students can choose from one of three Occupational Safety and Health program options: Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Safety Management.

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• $75 International Student Application

• Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)

• University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale

• IELTS or TOEFL Scores

• IELTS: 6.0 

• TOEFL: 71 

• Murray State University ESL Program

• Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

• Copy of Passport

• All International students will be admitted as Post-baccalaureate and will not be allowed to take graduate level courses or change to graduate status until they have completed all undergraduate prerequisites

The Ed.D. in P-20 and Community Leadership program produces bold and innovative agents of change who create P-20 initiatives that will benefit many communities and organizations. This program is one of the first doctorates in the nation to provide an innovative and integrated P-20 approach to educational leadership across the continuum.

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• Program Requirements:

  • An earned master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Note: STEM Specialization requires a Masters degree in a STEM area;

  • University transcripts and degree certificates 

  • A recent (less than five years) Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score detailing Verbal, Quantitative and Analytical categories;

  • A professional resume;

  • Three confidential professional letters of recommendation as outlined in the program application packet;

  • A minimum of three years of successful formal leadership experience in a pK-12, postsecondary or related community setting;

  • A letter of application that addresses applicant’s qualifications and purpose for pursuing the doctorate;

  • Professional essays as outlined in the program application packet;

  • A statement of support from the applicant’s employer or a written plan for how the applicant will meet the demands of the program and maintain professional responsibilities; and

  • A successful interview with the graduate faculty.

  • Program Application

  • Recommendation form for each letter of recommendation. 

  • Language scores that meet the following:   a TOEFL score of 20 for each section of the iBT, an IELTS score of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 is required; however if non-native English speakers submit English proficiency test scores below the minimum, conditional admission is possible on a case by case basis.

• ESL Conditional:
  Initial submission of:

  • Program application

  • Graduate admission application

  • ESL application

  • An earned master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Note: STEM Specialization requires a Masters degree in a STEM area;

  • University transcripts and degree certificates 

• Later:

  • GRE to be submitted prior to submission of other application materials

  • Required language proficiency scores of: a TOEFL score of 20 for each section of the iBT, an IELTS score of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 is required; however if non-native English speakers submit English proficiency test scores below the minimum, conditional admission is possible on a case by case basis.

  • Three confidential professional letters of recommendation as outlined in the program application packet;

  • A minimum of three years of successful formal leadership experience in a pK-12, postsecondary or related community setting;

  • A letter of application that addresses applicant’s qualifications and purpose for pursuing the doctorate;

  • Professional essays as outlined in the program application packet;

  • A statement of support from the applicant’s employer or a written plan for how the applicant will meet the demands of the program and maintain professional responsibilities; and

  • A successful interview with the graduate faculty.

The Clinical Psychology graduate program is accredited by the Master’s in Psychology Accreditation Council and prepares students for certification to practice psychology. The clinical program is based on the philosophy that the Master’s degree is first and foremost a degree in psychology, and students should achieve a broad base of knowledge in the field.

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DEADLINE: April 5. This program is open only for Fall admission, and all application materials must be received before March 15 for consideration.

• $75 International Student Application

• Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)

• University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

• IELTS or TOEFL Scores

• IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR

• TOEFL: 88 or higher with no section below 20

• Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

• Copy of Passport

• GRE Score: 300 or higher

• 3 Letters of Recommendation

• Statement of Purpose

• DEADLINE: March 15

• No Spring Admission

The primary objective of the program in General Psychology is to provide a period of graduate study during which students gain knowledge and skills necessary to seek career opportunities in governmental or community agencies, teach in two-year colleges, or pursue doctoral-level study in psychology or related fields. This program does not train students in the practice of psychology. Thus, graduates with this degree cannot conduct any form of counseling, psychotherapy, psychological testing, or psychological evaluations. The Master's program in Clinical Psychology trains students in the practice of psychology.

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DEADLINE: April 5. This program is open only for Fall admission, and all application materials must be received before March 15 for consideration.

• $75 International Student Application

• Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)

• University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

• IELTS or TOEFL Scores

• IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR

• TOEFL: 88 or higher with no section below 20

• Murray State University ESL Program

• Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

• Copy of Passport

• GRE Score: 300 or higher

• Statement of Personal Interest

• Statement of Purpose

The Masters of Public Administration program provides education and training for professional careers in government agencies and non-profit organizations. It is a great way to prepare students who seek a career in public service or to enhance the careers of those already employed in the public sector.

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• $75 International Student Application

• Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)

• University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale

• Students may be accepted conditionally with a GPA of 2.25 - 2.74

• English Language 

• IELTS: 6.0 or higher with no section below 5.0 OR

• TOEFL: 79 or higher with no section below 16

• Murray State University English Language Program

• Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

• Copy of Passport

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree program prepares students for leadership careers in public service organizations. The degree is appropriate for people already working in these fields as a means of advancement and also for pre-service individuals looking to develop the skills and knowledge to enter into an administrative position.

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Concentrations:

• Online MPA - General online

• Online MPA - Economic Development online

• Online MPA - Healthcare Administration online

• Online MPA - Public and Community Health online

• Online MPA - Public Management

The Murray State Counseling Program is committed to a full counseling education experience for students, including knowledge, skills and personal development in an evolving and diverse world. Students applying to the CNS program should maintain qualities that meet College of Education standards. Counseling students should demonstrate inclusiveness, responsibility, enthusiasm, caring, confidence, and ethical behavior.

DEADLINE: For Fall admission, all application materials must be received before the 2nd Friday in March. For Spring admission, all application materials must be received before the 2nd Friday in October.

• $75 International Student Application

• Application for Counseling Program

• Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)

• University Transcripts

• Recent GRE Score (taken within last 5 years)

• IELTS or TOEFL Scores

• IELTS: 6.0 

• TOEFL: 71 

• Letter of Intent

• 3 Letters of Recommendation

• Resume

• Interview with Counseling Program Admissions Committee

• Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

• Copy of Passport