M.A. in Gerontology Requirements

Admission Requirements 2007-08

Applicants are admitted under the requirements of the most current catalog at the time they last enter Bethel.

The Master of Arts in Gerontology program will consider applicants who:

Submit a completed Application for Admission with the nonrefundable $25 application fee.
Submit official transcripts from all previous undergraduate and graduate course work.
Have earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Have earned an undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale.
Submit a current resume that shows a minimum of five years work and/or volunteer experience.
Submit three Admission References from persons capable of evaluating applicant's potential for success in a graduate program (two professional and one personal).
Submit a written Statement of Purpose.
Submit a Computer Documentation form. Applicants are required to document access to a computer with the required hardware and software for use throughout the program (see application materials).
Submit a Student Immunization Record.
Submit a Request for Transfer of Credit, if applicable.
Submit a TOEFL examination score report (required of all international applicants and all applicants whose primary language is not English). A minimum score of 550 is required on the paper-based test; 213 on the computer-based test; or 80 on the internet-based test.
Indicate acceptance of Bethel Community Expectations by signing the application form.
Interview with faculty of the program.

International Applicants: Additional Admission Requirements

An international applicant is any candidate who is neither a U.S. citizen nor a U.S. permanent resident alien. International applicants must:

Submit official evaluations of foreign transcripts from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member organization (www.naces.org) or from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS International) (www.cgfns.org).

Submit a completed Certificate of Finances form and a copy of current bank statement(s) to show evidence of adequate funds to cover a minimum of one year’s full tuition and living expenses.
If an applicant is receiving funds from a sponsor(s), submit:
- Notarized Affidavits of Support (I-134).
- Letters of support from sponsors.

Submit a copy of I-94 (applicants currently in the U.S.).

Submit a copy of passport (applicants currently in the U.S.).

Submit a copy of current visa (applicants currently in the U.S.).

Submit documentation of health insurance.

If the applicant’s primary language is not English, have a required English language evaluation as part of the admission process.

U.S. Permanent Resident Alien Applicants: Additional Admission Requirements

U.S. permanent resident alien applicants must:

Present the applicant's green card.

Note: Minnesota law requires that a criminal background check must be completed prior to any practicum.

Meeting minimal entrance requirements does not necessarily guarantee admission. Exceptions to minimum criteria may be made at the discretion of the admissions committee.

Students with Disabilities

Bethel is committed to ensuring equal access for students with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations and services. Types of disabilities include physical, sensory, learning, systemic, and psychological. Students must provide documentation of their disabilities in order to receive accommodations.To request disability-related accommodations or services, please contact Kathy McGillivray, director of disability services, at 651-635-8759 or 800.255.8706, ext 8759. One week's notice is preferable.

Questions?

If you have questions regarding financial aid, call 651-638-6241 and identify yourself as a graduate applicant.
For questions regarding all other payment options, call 651-638-6428 and identify yourself as a graduate applicant.
For all other questions, contact an admissions advisor at 651-635-8000 or 800-255-8706, extension 8000.