Enrollment and Application Information for University of Indianapolis Graduate Programs

Clinical Psychology Doctorate (PsyD); 

Master of Science in Psychology with general psychology, program development & evaluation, and research tracks (MA);  Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling (MA) with Art Therapy concentration

Dean: TBD
College of Applied Behavioral Sciences, Health Pavilion
(317) 788-3380 | 1-800-232-8634 | (317) 788-2120 (Fax) | uindy.edu/applied-behavioral-sciences

Breanna Young, Business Ops Admin Specialist
College of Applied Behavioral Sciences
(317) 788-3353 | mullerb@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• Complete the online application
• Nonrefundable $55 application fee, paid during the application submission process.
• Transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
• Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred
• 3 recommendation letters
• Three references who you will identify as part of the online application process must complete the online "recommendation for admission"
• Each reference writer will receive an email from the online application system explaining how to access the online system and will be asked to upload a letter of recommendation providing additional information about your strengths and weaknesses. They will be asked to upload the letter when they complete the final section of the online "recommendation for admission" (Part II Letter of Evaluation).
• Preferably, your letters should be from faculty members who know you from multiple classes, your experience as a research assistant and/or your volunteer or work activities. Other letters may be from professionals who can write knowledgeably about your potential within the graduate program.
• Personal statement (Statement of Purpose)
• MS in Psychology and MHC: GRE verbal, quantitative and analytical writing is recommended but not required (minimum of 50th percentile rank on each section is preferred). Applicants interested in research track for MS in Psychology are strongly recommended to submit GRE scores.
• PsyD: GRE verbal, quantitative and analytical writing is required, subject GRE is strongly recommended (minimum of 50th percentile rank on each section is preferred)
• A minimum of 18 hours in undergraduate or graduate psychology courses (statistics can be "counted" as a psychology course, even if it is taken in a department other than psychology) *Not required for MS in Psychology application.
• CV or resume

Additional Requirements for International Students

• Send results of any standardized examinations that are given in the country of origin (e.g., General Certification of Education (GCE), University of Cambridge Higher School Certification, Senior High School Leaving Certificate, etc.)
• Submit a course-by-course evaluation of foreign educational credentials from any recognized service, such as World Education Services, Inc., International Consultants of Delaware, Inc., or Education Credential Evaluators, Inc. Because universities around the world differ, we require this evaluation as an assurance that you have completed the US equivalent of a bachelor's degree and have taken all appropriate prerequisite courses. Photocopies are not acceptable.
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum scores of at least IBT 100, CBT/TWE 250/5.0 or paper-based 603.

Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling: Art Therapy Concentration

Admission Requirements

The program has prerequisites for admission based on the American Art Therapy Association requirements. Candidates need to have 18 credit hours of art and 12 credit hours of psychology.

Pre-art therapy majors – Non-UIndy students may be admitted by passing a portfolio review showcasing their artwork and talents, as well as demonstrating an understanding of materials and basic techniques.

Non pre-art therapy majors – Non pre-art therapy majors may complete 18 hours of art prerequisite coursework before beginning the program.

UIndy Entering Freshmen Pre-Art therapy majors

Entering Freshman enrolled in UIndy’s Pre-Art Therapy program may be eligible for direct admittance to the MA in Art Therapy program under the following stipulations:

• High school GPA of 3.0 / SAT score of 1100
• Maintain a 3.0 GPA in Art & Design and Psych
• Pass their senior art portfolio review

• Approval Form from the Chair of Art and Design
• Two letters of recommendation, at least one from psychology faculty
• Personal Statement expressing reasons for pursuing a career in mental health counseling and art therapy

Current UIndy Pre-art therapy majors

UIndy Pre-Art Therapy majors are eligible for application fee waivers and may also be eligible for early admission. Current UIndy Pre-Art Therapy students are required to complete their applications by February 1 in order to qualify for the early admission option.

** Please note that if applicants do not meet prerequisites, there may be options to completing them prior to starting the program.

Application Deadline

• Psy.D.: December 1 to be guaranteed consideration for admission into the program.
• M.A.: March 15 to be guaranteed consideration for admission into the program.

(Check website as dates may change from year to year.)

Master in Social Work (MSW) with Two-Year and One-Year Advanced Standing programs

Program Director: TBD
College of Applied Behavioral Sciences, Phylis Lan Lin Department of Social Work, Health Pavilion

Breanna Young, Business Ops Admin Specialist
College of Applied Behavioral Sciences
(317) 788-3353 | mullerb@uindy.edu 

Admissions Requirements

2-year program

• Completed online application
• $30 application fee
• Resume
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
• Bachelor's Degree other than a BSW or a BSW that was earned more than five years ago
• A minimum GPA of 2.8. A GPA of 3.0 or higher for the student's last 60 credits is preferred. Students below the minimum GPA can petition the MSW Admission Committee for an exemption from the GPA criteria if they believe they have special circumstances.
• 18 undergraduate or graduate credits in social and behavioral courses (e.g. Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Anthropology, Economics) and a course in Statistics (if not taken as an undergraduate, must be taken no later than the first semester of foundation year).
• Two essay responses:
  • Statement of Personal Interest
  • Social Justice Experience
• Three letters of reference
• No GRE required

1-year Advanced Standing program

• Completed online application
• $30 application fee
• Resume
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE) within the past 5 years
• A cumulative GPA of 2.8 in all courses and a minimum GPA of 3.25 in all social work courses. Students below the minimum GPA can petition the MSW Admission Committee for an exemption from the GPA criteria if they believe they have special circumstances.
• A course in Statistics (it is highly recommended that statistics is taken before entering the program; under special circumstances, it can be taken no later than the first semester of the program).
• Two essay responses:
  • Statement of Personal Interest
  • Practicum Experience
• Three letters of reference
• No GRE required

Priority Application Deadline - Applications due April 1.

Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT)

Program Director: Jessica Jochum
College of Health Sciences, Department of Athletic Training, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-3248 | jochumj@uindy.edu

Michelle Ferguson, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-3354 | fergusonm@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with any undergraduate major, although having a health-related major such as exercise science, public health education, health and physical education teaching, biology, psychology or pre-OT/PT is strongly encouraged as they fulfill the necessary prerequisites for admission into the master's program. (Some University of Indianapolis undergraduates are eligible for early admission after the completion of three years of undergraduate work at the University of Indianapolis. There is also an early assurance program designed for incoming freshmen who have declared pre-athletic training as a concentration in conjunction with any undergraduate major. This option will inform course selections throughout the undergraduate career. With acceptance into the Early Assurance program and fulfillment of all program criteria, students you will be guaranteed admission into the master's degree program in athletic training.)

• Complete a program application (available sometime in June of each year)
• Have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Have a minimum grade of "C" in prerequisite courses
• Take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and submit your scores
• Submit three recommendation letters, including one from a certified athletic trainer
• Complete an interview with the athletic training faculty/staff
• Complete a minimum of 50 observation hours with a certified athletic trainer
• Submit a writing sample
• Receive and submit a physical examination by a healthcare provider
• Submit your immunization record
• Submit TOEFL scores (international applicants only)
• Read and sign program technical standards which meet the requirements outlined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Completion of the following prerequisite courses prior to entrance in the program:

Human Anatomy with Lab, Human Physiology with Lab, Exercise Physiology with Lab, Nutrition, Biomechanics or Kinesiology, Psychology or Sociology (3 credit hours), Chemistry with Lab (one semester), Physics with Lab (one semester), Statistics

Application Deadline

Applications are due in mid-January for a June start. See the website for specific due date. Applications must be submitted through ATCAS.

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Director: Dr. Heidi Rauch
College of Health Sciences, Kinesiology Department, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-2054 | rauchh@uindy.edu | uindy.edu/health-sciences/mph

Michelle Ferguson, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-3354 | fergusonm@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Official transcripts from post-secondary education
• 3.0 GPA or higher or completion of Graduate Record Exam (GRE) for applicants with GPA below 3.0
• 2 letters of recommendation
• Show evidence of satisfactory preparation in math and computer skills
• Resume or CV
• 2-3 page personal statement describing interest in the field of public health and health disparities
• Preferred qualifications for applicants for the Master of Public Health:
  • Public health or health-related experience (can be during undergraduate or post-graduate)
    Demonstrated knowledge, experience, or commitment to working with communities with health disparities

Master of Science in Sport Management (MS)

Director: Dr. Jennifer VanSickle
College of Health Sciences, Kinesiology Dept., UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-2114 | jvansickle@uindy.edu

Michelle Ferguson, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-3354 | fergusonm@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

UIndy online application (by March 15 for priority consideration)

• $25 application fee for graduate programs
• Official transcripts from each undergraduate institution attended (sent directly from each institution's registrar's office)
• 3.0 GPA or higher or completion of Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores for applicants with GPA below 3.0.
• Two letters of recommendation
• Recommendation letters may be written by your supervisors, colleagues, peers or former college professors. Individuals providing recommendations must be outside of your immediate family. At least one recommendation should be written by an individual who is familiar with your academic accomplishments as an undergraduate and/or graduate student. You will receive instructions on how to submit your letter electronically after your application has been submitted.
• A three-page personal statement highlighting your educational and career goals.
• Resume

*If the GMAT is taken, a minimum score of 470 (combined total from the verbal and quantitative sections) and a minimum of 4.0 in the analytical writing section is recommended. Students not meeting these standards may be admitted on a conditional basis.

If the GRE is taken, a minimum score of 290 (combined total from the verbal and quantitative sections) and a minimum 3.0 in the analytical writing section is recommended. Students not meeting these standards may be admitted on a conditional basis.

Prerequisites are required for students who have an undergraduate degree in fields outside of sport management or business administration. Although no specific degree is required for admittance into the program, degrees in sport management or business administration provide the foundation that prepares students for this curriculum. Entering students will be expected to have successful (C grade or equivalent) completion of a minimum of one semester or quarter (within the past five years) in each of the following areas:

• Public speaking/interpersonal communication
• Marketing
• Microcomputer applications
• Accounting

Additional requirements for international students

• International students whose undergraduate coursework was not completed at an English-speaking institution must submit an official report of their TOEFL scores. A minimum score of 230 on the computer-based test or 550 on the paper test is required.
• Provide a course-by-course credential evaluation to show that you have completed the U.S. equivalent of a bachelor's degree. To view a list of agencies that offer this service, see the international student admissions page.

Application Deadline

Priority deadline is April 15. Applications will continue being considered until the cohort is filled. You must meet or exceed all admission requirements and be accepted into the program before enrolling in classes.

Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD);

Early Assurance/Early Entry Admission Option  

Chair: Kate E. DeCleene Huber, O.T.R., M.S., O.T.D.
College of Health Sciences, School of Occupational Therapy, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-4908 | ot@uindy.edu | ot.uindy.edu

Krista Hensley, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-8031 | khensley@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

Completed Bachelor’s Degree Option

• Have a bachelor’s degree in a discipline other than occupational therapy or receive a bachelor’s degree in a discipline other than occupational therapy by enrollment.
• Complete all prerequisite coursework by enrollment.
• Submit a completed application through OTCAS (http://ot.uindy.edu) and participate in an interview upon invitation. Top candidates who have completed the process will be offered a position in the class.

Note: There are additional requirements for international applicants.

Early Entry Admission Option

This option allows you to be granted permission to start occupational therapy coursework in your 4th year after the completion of all undergraduate major and core requirements. Students are not officially accepted to the OTD program until they have received their bachelor’s degree. To qualify for this option, you must:

• Be enrolled in the University of Indianapolis undergraduate programs.
• Declare a major with a concentration in Pre-OT.
• Submit a letter from your undergraduate advisor approving that all designated university core, major, and occupational therapy prerequisite courses will be completed prior to your fourth year of college.
• Apply during your junior year via OTCAS, requesting permission to take courses in the occupational therapy department.

Following the completion of your undergraduate degree and two semesters of OT coursework, students then receive official acceptance to the OT program.

Early Assurance Admission Option

To be considered for the Early Assurance Admission Program, candidates must be admitted into any undergraduate degree program by the University of Indianapolis and meet the following:

• High school minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Proficiency in high school math and science courses
• Qualified standardized test scores
• Declare pre-occupational therapy as a concentration by February 1

Students will be reviewed for early assurance to the OTD three times per year in December, January, and February. Students will be notified by mail if they are awarded an early assurance offer and will need to return the intent form by the date noted in the letter in order to secure the early assurance offer.

Once admitted to the Early Assurance Admission program, students must maintain specific academic standards to keep their guaranteed status into the graduate program. These standards include:

• If following the Early Entry Option (formerly called 4-1.5), all undergraduate major requirements must be met before entering the graduate program, or if following the bachelor's degree option, the bachelor's degree must be completed before entering the graduate program.
• Students must complete and maintain a 3.5 GPA in all occupational therapy prerequisite courses before entering the graduate program. (GPAs are checked each semester)
• A grade of "C" or higher is required in all occupational therapy prerequisite course work. NOTE: Advanced Placement (AP) credits are not accepted as prerequisites for the occupational therapy graduate program.
• Maintain a cumulative and prerequisite GPA of 3.5 or higher. (GPAs are checked each semester).
• Attend a yearly, scheduled advising session with an assigned occupational therapy advisor and provide required documentation.
• Participate in an interview for the program. After this interview, the program director will review results and the student will be alerted if there are additional requirements before being granted admission status (i.e. additional observation hours).

Application Deadline

Apply during the undergraduate application process.

Doctor of Health Science (DHSc); 
Master of Science in Gerontology (MS); 
Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies; 
Master of Science in Healthcare Management (MS); 
Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education; 
Dual DHSc and Master of Public Health; 
Dual DHSc and MS in Gerontology; 
Dual DHSc and Graduate Certificate in Gerontology; 
Dual DHSc and Certificate in Health Professions Education; 
Dual Doctor of Occupational Therapy & MS in Gerontology; 
Dual Doctor of Occupational Therapy & Graduate Certificate in Gerontology; 
Dual MS in Healthcare Management & Graduate Certificate in Gerontology; 
Dual Master of Occupational Therapy & MS in Gerontology; 
Dual Master of Occupational Therapy & Graduate Certificate in Gerontology; 
Dual Advanced Standing Master of Social Work & Graduate Certificate in Gerontology; 
Dual Master of Social Work & Graduate Certificate in Gerontology

Director: Laura Santurri, Ph.D., MPH, CPH
Interprofessional Health and Aging Studies, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-2409 | santurril@uindy.edu | uindy.edu/health-sciences/interprofessional-health-and-aging-studies/dhsc

College of Health Sciences Admissions Counselors
chsadmissions@uindy.edu

Doctor of Health Science

Admissions Requirements

• Complete online application
• Application fee of $50.00 (paid online)
• Official transcripts for all degrees earned. Transcripts should document achievement of a master's or doctorate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
• At least two years of recent experience working in a health-related field and hold a current license (if one is required to practice in the student's discipline)
• Professional experience can be documented through a resume or a curriculum vitae
• Proof of license can be provided via official documentation from state licensing board
• 2 professional letters of recommendation
• Personal statement, which should be no more than three pages (double-spaced), highlighting your background/experience, educational and career goals, and your specific interest in the DHSc Program at the University of Indianapolis
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Additional requirements for international applicants

Application Deadline

July 1 for fall start date

Master of Science in Gerontology (MS);

Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies

Program Director: Tamara Wolske
Center for Aging & Community, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 791-5938 | wolsketl@uindy.edu | Center for Aging & Community website

College of Health Sciences Admissions Counselors
chsadmissions@uindy.edu

Admission Requirements

• Completed online application
• $50.00 Application fee. (UIndy alumni are eligible for an application fee waiver. Please contact the Center for Aging & Community for more information.)
• Bachelor's degree or higher (any discipline) from an accredited college or university
• Original transcripts from each college or university previously attended
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Three letters of recommendation (academic and/or professional)
• An essay explaining your interest in aging studies and how you plan to use the degree or certificate in your future work (1,000-1,500 words)

Admission Criteria for International Students

The online format of our program means there is no residency requirement for international students. Our programs do not qualify for or distribute I-20 visas.

Students for whom English is their second language must submit TOEFL scores with a minimum of 100 on the internet-based TOEFL. Students whose undergraduate degrees are from a non-U.S. institution must also submit TOEFL scores. TOEFL scores should be sent to institution code R1321 and school code R2207.

If your undergraduate degree is from a non-U.S. institution, we require a degree evaluation as an assurance that you have completed the U.S. equivalent of a bachelor's degree. Photocopies are not acceptable for this portion of your application material.

Admission Deadline

Applications are accepted year-round.

Master of Science in Healthcare Management (MS)

Program Director: Heidi Ewen
(317) 449-9406 | ewenh@uindy.edu 

College of Health Sciences Admissions Counselors
chsadmissions@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
• An official transcript for all colleges/universities attended, demonstrating a 3.0 GPA or higher
• GRE test scores if your undergraduate GRE is below 3.0
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Two letters of recommendation
• A statement of purpose detailing your interest in the program and your career goals related to long-term or home- and community-based care
• $35 application fee

Application Deadline

Preferred deadline is July 1.

Graduate Certificate

Health Professions Education

Admissions Requirements

• Complete online application
• Application fee of $50.00 (paid online)
• Official transcripts for all degrees earned. Transcripts should document achievement of a master's or doctorate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
• At least two years of recent experience working in a health-related field and hold a current license (if one is required to practice in the student's discipline)
• Professional experience can be documented through a resume or a curriculum vitae
• Proof of license can be provided via official documentation from state licensing board
• Personal statement, which should be no more than three pages (double-spaced), highlighting your background/experience, educational and career goals, and your specific interest in the Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education Program at the University of Indianapolis
• Resume or curriculum vitae

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Program Chair: Sara Scholtes, PT, DPT, PhD
College of Health Sciences, Krannert School of Physical Therapy, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-3315 | scholtess@uindy.edu | pt.uindy.edu

Krista Hensley, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-8031 | khensley@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with any major (some University of Indianapolis undergraduates are eligible for early admission after the completion of three years of undergraduate work at the University of Indianapolis)
• General aptitude test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
• Completion of an application via PTCAS (including three letters of recommendation, including  one from a physical therapist)
• Interview
• Prerequisites and minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Completion of the following prerequisite courses prior to entrance in the program:
• Chemistry (6–8 semester hours; one year sequence with labs)
• Physics (6–8 semester hours; one year sequence with labs)
• Biological Sciences (9–12 semester hours; Biology with lab, Anatomy, Physiology)
• Behavioral Sciences; (6–8 semester hours such as Psychology, Sociology, Cultural Anthropology, etc.)
• Statistics (3–4 semester hours covering descriptive statistics, correlation, regression, and statistical inference through t-tests and analysis of variance) 

Application Deadline

Applications are due by October 1. Applications must be submitted through PTCAS.

MS in Exercise Science

Program Chair: Riggs Klika
College of Health Sciences, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-4902 | klikar@uindy.edu | uindy.edu/health-sciences/ms-exercise-science

Michelle Ferguson, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-3354 | fergusonm@uindy.edu

Admission Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
• An official transcript for all colleges/universities attended, demonstrating a 3.0 GPA or higher
• GRE test scores if your undergraduate GPA is below 3.0
• Record of any current certifications/credentials (e.g., CPT, CSCS, EP-C, etc.)
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• A statement of purpose (double-spaced) answering the question "How will obtaining a graduate exercise science degree help you serve your community and achieve your educational or career goals?"
• Indication of your interest in either the Human Performance tract or the Clinical Exercise Physiology tract
• $50 application fee

Master of Business Administration (MBA); 
Master of Professional Studies (MPS) Programs; 
Master of Science Management (MSM); 
Master of Science in Data Analytics

Director, Stephen Tokar
School of Business, Esch Hall
(317) 788-3340 | (317) 788-3586 (Fax) | tokars@uindy.edu | mba.uindy.edu

Admission Deadline

Applications for the Full Time/One-Year MBA: May 15 for August admissions.

Applications accepted year-round for all other MBA programs (Saturday, Evening, applicants; fall, spring, summer term enrollment periods.

Master of Business Administration

Devon Pulliam, Director of MBA Recruitment
School of Business, Esch Hall
(317) 788-6206 | pulliamd@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution
• Online application with application fee
• Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) scores; GRE accepted
• Two letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts from postsecondary institutions attended
• An application fee
• Current résumé
• Personal statement
• An interview may be required

Additional Requirements for International Student Admission

• TOEFL score of 100 on the Internet-based test or a Band score of 7 on the IELTS
• Four years of post-secondary education verified by a transcript evaluation service such as WES 

Master of Professional Studies programs:
Human Resource Development and Administration;
Real Estate Development

Ben Houston, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-3294 | houstonb@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• Completed online application
• Non-refundable $50 application fee (UIndy alumni are eligible for an application fee waiver. If you are eligible, please contact Whitnie Shay, assistant director of Graduate and SAL Enrollment, at 317-788-2004 of shayw@uindy.edu for more information.)
• Bachelor's degree or higher (any discipline) from an accredited college or university
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Original transcripts from each college or university previously attended
• Three letters of recommendation, two of which must be academic and/or professional recommendations
• An essay explaining your interest in your specific area of professional studies and how you plan to use the degree in your future work (1,000-1,500 words)

Master of Science in Management

Admissions Requirements

• Online application
• Resume
• Non-refundable $50 application fee (UIndy alumni are eligible for an application fee waiver. Contact us for more information.)
• Bachelor's degree or higher (any discipline) from an accredited college or university
• Original transcripts from each college or university previously attended
• Two letters of recommendation
• A Statement of Purpose (essay)

*GRE or GMAT not required. No prerequisite courses are required.

Master of Science in Strategic Leadership and Design (MS)

Director of Academic Initiatives: Dr. Lashun Aron
(317) 788-3442 | aronl@uindy.edu

Ben Houston, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-3294 | houstonb@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• GPA—3.0 or higher for admission; must maintain a 3.0 or higher to remain in the program
• If your GPA falls below a 3.0, you may be admitted conditionally.
• 3 recommendation letters—at least two must be from professional or academic references
• Professional resume or curriculum vitae
• Writing sample—a belief statement regarding what you will bring to the Master’s program (at least 3 pages in length)
• Official bachelor's degree transcript—must be from a regionally accredited college or university
• $35 application fee

Master of Arts in School Leadership & Management

Chair: Dr. Gaoming Zhang, Department of Leadership & Educational Studies
(317) 788-3245 | zhangg@uindy.edu

Brandon Doty, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-4960 | bdoty@uindy.edu 

Admissions Requirements

• UIndy graduate admission online application
• A bachelor's degree in education and an instructional teaching license from a regionally or nationally accredited institution
• Official transcripts (undergraduate and/or graduate) with a preferred minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Three letters of recommendation from current and/or past principals/supervisors
• Current resume
• A recent copy of your teaching license
• Agreement from your school corporation to support required field experiences
• Typed personal statement summarizing your career goals and purpose for applying to the program
• Candidates must demonstrate through the application process that they are willing to serve as a school leader in diverse school settings and are dedicated to raising student academic achievement.
• Interview with UIndy Leadership & Educational Studies faculty

Application Deadline

See the UIndy website for semester-specific deadlines.

Master of Arts in Teaching Program

Two options are available to earn a Master of Arts in Teaching degree.

The Evening MAT program

Director of Secondary Education: Angelia J. Ridgway, Ph.D.
Master of Arts in Teaching Program, Esch Hall Room 230
(317) 788-4903| (317) 788-2130 (Fax) | aridgway@uindy.edu | education.uindy.edu

Brandon Doty, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-4960 | bdoty@uindy.edu

Admission Requirements

• Submit an official transcript indicating a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better (on a 4-point scale).
• Be within nine credit hours of completing licensure requirements for the selected content area.
• Submit a completed application form with payment of a $50 application fee.
• Submit a Statement of Purpose with requested application packet.
• Submit three letters of recommendation.
• Submit passing scores on required basic skills exams or equivalent (ACT/SAT, GRE with minimum score).
• Complete a written exercise (on site) that is reviewed by an Interview Committee.
• Complete an interview with the Interview Committee.
• Criminal history check.

Application Deadline

The application cycle for the program begins in February of each year for the selection of the cohorts, which will start the program in August.

Teach (STEM)³

Director: Deb Sachs
Esch Hall
(317) 791-5704 | dsachs@uindy.edu

Brandon Doty, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-4960 | bdoty@uindy.edu

Admission Requirements

The Fellowship is open to college seniors, graduates, and career changers who:

• Completed application form.
• Two 500 word or less personal essays on characteristics you possess that would make you a good teacher and why you are interested in enrolling in a clinical residency teacher preparation program.
• Three letters of recommendation.
• Passing scores on:
• ACT/SAT or
• GRE with minimum score or
• CASA basic skills exam (more information on CASA requirements below) and Pearson CORE Content Assessment in your content areas (more information about Licensure Assessments)
• An earned undergraduate degree with a STEM major from a regionally accredited college or university*
• Official academic transcripts with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 with STEM major/minimum 3.0 GPA for STEM content.
• Resume.
• Criminal history check.
• In-person interview.

The Fellowship does not require previous coursework in the field of education nor does it require prior teaching experience.

Application Deadline

The program begins in June of each year. Applications are received on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Master of Arts in Special Education & Leadership Practice

Program Director: TBD

Brandon Doty, Enrollment Counselor
(317) 788-4960 | bdoty@uindy.edu

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN); 
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) (DNP Post-Masters)

School of Nursing, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-3206 | (317) 788-6208 (Fax) | nursing@uindy.edu | nursing.uindy.edu

Master of Science in Nursing

Required for Family Nurse Practitioner (M.S.N.), Adult/-Gerontological Nurse Practitioner (M.S.N.), Nursing Education (M.S.N.), Nursing and Health Systems Leadership (M.S.N.), Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (M.S.N.).

Program Director: Dr. Wendy Stoelting-Gettelfinger
(317) 788-6116 | stoeltinggett@uindy.edu

Brandon Doty, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-4960 | bdoty@uindy.edu

College of Health Sciences Admissions Counselors
chsadmissions@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• Completed online graduate nursing application
• Official transcripts of all previous college work. A bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an NLN or CCNE accredited program with at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Must demonstrate evidence of completed coursework in undergraduate statistics and research. For applicants who have not had this coursework, provisional admission will be considered and the coursework must be successfully completed within the first two semesters of graduate study.
• One recommendation from supervisor, MSN preferred, addressing clinical ability, work experience, professional nursing contributions, and potential for success in graduate school.
• Current resume.
• Valid Professional Nursing license.
• Interview

Admission requirements for certificate programs and post-master’s studies available on the School of Nursing website.

Application Deadlines

Rolling admissions with entrance into the program possible in August, January, or May

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP Post-MSN and DNP-Executive)

Program Director: Dr. Wendy Stoelting-Gettelfinger
School of Nursing, UIndy Health Pavilion
(317) 788-6116 | stoeltinggett@uindy.edu

College of Health Sciences Admissions Counselors
chsadmissions@uindy.edu

Admissions Requirements

• Completed online graduate nursing application.
• Official transcripts of all previous college work. Must have a master’s degree in nursing (MSN) from an NLNAC, ACEN or CCNE accredited program with a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale.
• An unencumbered RN license with eligibility for licensure in Indiana.
• Successful completion of a graduate level statistics course within the last five years with a grade of B or better. If the course is older than 5 years, you must successfully complete the online statistics module prior to the start of coursework.
• Advanced practice registered nurses must successfully complete graduate courses in advanced pharmacotherapeutics, advanced pathophysiology, and advanced health assessment prior to admission.
• Current resume.
• An essay of 500 words or less addressing your career goals related to the DNP, as well as a topic area for the evidence-based scholarly project.
• Three recommendation letters specifying your ability to be successful in doctoral coursework. Recommenders may be supervisors, academic professors, work colleagues or others who have worked with you in a professional setting. They must have a minimum of a master’s degree, although a doctoral degree is preferred.
• A non-refundable application fee of $60 payable to the University of Indianapolis.
• Personal interview with the faculty

Application Deadlines

New cohorts are admitted once each fall. Applications are due in the spring.

Additional admission requirements for certificate programs and post-master’s studies are available on the School of Nursing website: uindy.edu/nursing

• Anatomical Sciences (MS)
• Anthropology (MS)
• Applied Sociology (MA)
• English (MA)
• History (MA)
• Human Biology (MS)
• International Relations (MA)
• Public Relations (MA)
• Social Practice Art (MA)
• Studio Art (MA)

Biomedical Sciences; 
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate; 
Dual Credit Teaching Certificate Programs in U.S. History and English 

Ben Houston, Enrollment Counselor
Graduate & Adult Learning Enrollment, Esch 163
(317) 788-3294 | houstonb@uindy.edu

Application Deadlines

Anatomical Sciences, Applied Sociology, English, History, International Relations, Studio Art, Dual Credit Certificate in History, English, Public Relations, Social Practice Art: Applications are accepted year-round.

• Anthropology: Rolling admissions for August start only. February 15 priority deadline.
• Human Biology: Rolling admissions for August start only. January 15 priority deadline.

Admissions Requirements

• Online graduate application
• Letter of intent
• Three letters of recommendation
• $30 application fee
• All transcripts for undergraduate work and any previous graduate study
• TOEFL score (international students only)
• A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States, or the equivalent of a bachelor's degree for students applying from outside the United States
• A 3.0 overall undergraduate GPA (scale of 4.0)
• A minimum TOEFL score of 550 for international students

Please consult the UIndy website for additional program specific admission requirement details.