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Graduate Admissions & Aid

Our Graduate Admissions & Aid

The School of Education provides a quality education for teachers and educational leaders that is also affordable. Our graduate programs fit today's multi-tasking lifestyle, with an emphasis on diverse perspectives, discussions and experiences.

We offer our students much more than just a degree - we offer the chance to be a part of a personal and professional network like no other. Which means your graduate education can enrich your life and career long after you leave the classroom.

We have recently removed all testing requirements for admission, with a goal to make teaching more inclusive.

The first order of business is to ensure you've determined which degree is right for you. Once you're sure of that, read on for all the details on deadlines, requirements, costs, and financial aid.

Deadlines

Start of Term:
August-September

Early Admission Deadline:
July 15

Final Review Date for Rolling Admissions:
August 25

Start of Term:
January-February

Early Admission Deadline:
December 1

Final Review Date for Rolling Admissions:
January 10

Start of Term:
May

Early Admission Deadline:
April 15

Final Review Date for Rolling Admissions:
May 20

Program Requirements

  • Graduate Degree Programs
  • Current Educators Seeking an Additional License
  • Seeking Education Specialist Degree

    • Graduate Degree Programs

    Incoming students must hold a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA from a regionally accredited institution.

    If you do not meet meet the minimum GPA requirements for the School of Education, you may be eligible for provisional admission, which sets goals to meet over your initial classes. Contact the Admissions team to discuss your options.

    Which degree is for me?

    Current Educators Seeking an Additional License

    Currently must hold a Tier 3 or 4 MN Teaching license, or receive permission from the Department Chair.

    Seeking Education Specialist Degree

    You must hold a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. In addition, you must currently hold a Tier 3 or 4 MN teaching license or obtain permission from the department chair.

    Graduate Degree Programs

    Incoming students must hold a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA from a regionally accredited institution.

    If you do not meet meet the minimum GPA requirements for the School of Education, you may be eligible for provisional admission, which sets goals to meet over your initial classes. Contact the Admissions team to discuss your options.

    Which degree is for me?

    Current Educators Seeking an Additional License

    Currently must hold a Tier 3 or 4 MN Teaching license, or receive permission from the Department Chair.

    Seeking Education Specialist Degree

    You must hold a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. In addition, you must currently hold a Tier 3 or 4 MN teaching license or obtain permission from the department chair.

    Application Checklist

    • Application form
    • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas) sent from the educational institution.
      • Submit transcripts to: Graduate Admissions, University of St. Thomas, Box 5, 1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Personal statement
    • Resume
    • Two letters of recommendation
    International Applicants:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for any candidate whose primary language is not English.
    • Transcript Evaluation: All international transcripts must be reviewed by an accredited evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency of the degree awarded and the institution awarding the degree. Applications will not be reviewed for admissions until the official review is submitted.
    • Application form
    • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas) sent from the educational institution.
      • Submit transcripts to: Graduate Admissions, University of St. Thomas, Box 5, 1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Personal statement
    • Resume
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Information regarding your current educators license

    International Applicants:

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for any candidate whose primary language is not English.
    • Transcript Evaluation: All international transcripts must be reviewed by an accredited evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency of the degree awarded and the institution awarding the degree. Applications will not be reviewed for admissions until the official review is submitted.
    • Application form
    • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas) sent from the educational institution.
      • Submit transcripts to: Graduate Admissions, University of St. Thomas, Box 5, 1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Personal statement
    • Resume
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Information regarding your current educators license or waiver from department chair

    International Applicants:

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for any candidate whose primary language is not English.
    • Transcript Evaluation: All international transcripts must be reviewed by an accredited evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency of the degree awarded and the institution awarding the degree. Applications will not be reviewed for admissions until the official review is submitted.
    • Application form
    • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas) sent from the educational institution.
      • Submit transcripts to: Graduate Admissions, University of St. Thomas, Box 5, 1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Personal statement
    • Resume
    • Two letters of recommendation

    International Applicants:

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for any candidate whose primary language is not English.
    • Transcript Evaluation: All international transcripts must be reviewed by an accredited evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency of the degree awarded and the institution awarding the degree. Applications will not be reviewed for admissions until the official review is submitted.
    • Application form
    • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas) sent from the educational institution.
      • Submit transcripts to: Graduate Admissions, University of St. Thomas, Box 5, 1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Personal statement
    • Resume
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Information regarding your current educators license

    International Applicants:

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for any candidate whose primary language is not English.
    • Transcript Evaluation: All international transcripts must be reviewed by an accredited evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency of the degree awarded and the institution awarding the degree. Applications will not be reviewed for admissions until the official review is submitted.
    • Application form
    • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas) sent from the educational institution.
      • Submit transcripts to: Graduate Admissions, University of St. Thomas, Box 5, 1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Personal statement
    • Resume

    International Applicants:

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for any candidate whose primary language is not English.
    • Transcript Evaluation: All international transcripts must be reviewed by an accredited evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency of the degree awarded and the institution awarding the degree. Applications will not be reviewed for admissions until the official review is submitted.
    • Application form
    • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas) sent from the educational institution.
      • Submit transcripts to: Graduate Admissions, University of St. Thomas, Box 5, 1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Resume

    International Applicants:

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for any candidate whose primary language is not English.
    • Transcript Evaluation: All international transcripts must be reviewed by an accredited evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency of the degree awarded and the institution awarding the degree. Applications will not be reviewed for admissions until the official review is submitted.

    Graduate Tuition and Financial Aid

    2024-2025 Tuition Rate: $706 per credit hour (varies for Doctorate in Education)

    See the Estimated Cost of Attendance for graduate programs from the School of Education (used to determine your eligibility for Financial Aid).

    Scholarships

    Alumni Discount: 15% discount for St. Thomas alumni*

    CUGMEC Scholarship: created to support diverse individuals seeking initial teaching licensure

    O'Shaughnessy Scholarship: provides financial support for current educators who are seeking an additional licensure in reading and who are committed to serving at-risk student populations

    OSEP Scholarship: learn more about this scholarship opportunity for special education and social work students

    SEED Grant: for undergraduate education students

    *The Alumni Discount will not be offered for the following:

    • Work and Learn Degree Program
    • Residency Degree Program
    • A student receiving any other scholarship(s) or grant funding from the School of Education

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