Graduate Admission

To apply for graduate admission, you must fulfill one of the following admission options. In addition, there may be specific requirements for the specific program you choose:

Option One: A 3.0 GPA calculated over the most recent 30 graded semester (45 quarter) credits completed in either a baccalaureate or post baccalaureate program, including credits earned toward a credential.

Option Two: A GPA between 2.5 and 2.99 calculated over the most recent graded 30 semester (45 quarter) credits completed in either a baccalaureate or post baccalaureate program, including credits earned toward a credential. All credits used for GPA calculation must be from a regionally accredited institution. In addition, a satisfactory score on an accepted graduate admissions exam such as the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), the Graduate Management Test (GMAT), The California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT). Consult program for acceptable admissions tests and scores.

Option Three: An earned master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.

Option Four: Submission of a portfolio showing adequate preparation for graduate studies. The portfolio will contain the following:

• Writing samples that show graduate level communication and analytical skills.
• Detailed resume showing professional development, achievements, awards and professional recognition.
• Letters of reference from persons who can attest to the applicant's ability to do graduate level work.
• Letter of explanation detailing the reasons the student believes he or she is a suitable candidate for graduate study in the discipline requested.

When applying, please make sure you complete all required sections of the application. The application is for use of all applicants to University of Massachusetts Global Graduate Programs so applicants should check for additional requirements and forms that may be required for the program to which you are applying.

Application Questions?

Call (800) 746-0082 or email [email protected]

For detailed information about which UMass Global programs have graduate exam and minimum test score requirements, please view our University of Massachusetts Global Catalog.

Request that your official test scores be sent to:
University of Massachusetts Global
ATTN: Office of Admission
16355 Laguna Canyon Road
Irvine, CA 92618

To process your application, the Office of Admissions must receive official transcripts from ALL the baccalaureate degree granting institutions and institutions where post baccalaureate coursework was completed or attempted. Failure to report any academic work at another college, university or military institution is considered a violation of academic integrity.

To avoid delays in processing it is important that you submit ALL documents as soon as possible. Once all documents have been received, your application will be evaluated and you will be notified by mail of our admission decision.

• Please review our guidelines for ordering transcripts. It will save you time and frustration.
• An official transcript is one sent directly from the institution of record to University of Massachusetts Global in a sealed envelope or submitted electronically to University of Massachusetts Global from the institution of record.  
• A transcript issued to the applicant MAY be accepted if it is delivered in the official unopened and sealed envelope from the institution of record. Transcripts and test scores that have been sent to us by fax will not be accepted. 
• Please be aware that only credits from regionally accredited institutions will be accepted as transfer credits within the United States.
• International applicants or domestic applicants with transcripts from international institutions must also submit foreign transcripts and follow these guidelines Information for International Students and Applicants with Foreign Documents.