Master of Exercise & Sport Science

The applicant must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, or related disciplines
• Applicants with unrelated degrees must have an NCCA-accredited certification (e.g., CSCS, CPT, ACSM-CEP, CHC) and 1–2 years of relevant professional experience in fitness, coaching, strength & conditioning or sport management
• Submit official transcripts reflecting all undergraduate and/or graduate coursework completed
• Submit a personal statement outlining career goals and program fit (800-1,000 words)
• Submit two letters of recommendation from academic or professional contacts
• Complete a CCSJ Graduate Application and submit with statement of purpose, three letters of recommendation and a $25.00 non-refundable application fee

Master of Arts in Psychology

The applicant must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology or have taken at least 18 undergraduate psychology hours to include introductory psychology, introductory statistics, psychological testing, and research methods from an accredited institution of higher learning
• A 3.0 cumulative undergraduate grade point average is required. (Exceptions may be made based on experience.)
• Submit a personal statement of purpose describing interest in the field; and future professional goals
• Submit three letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts on file
• Complete a CCSJ Graduate Application and submit with statement of purpose, three letters of recommendation and a $25.00 non-refundable application fee

Master of Business Administration

The applicant must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
• A 3.0 cumulative grade point average is required for all undergraduate coursework
• Submit transcripts from all other colleges and universities attended
• Submit a Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose
• Submit 2 letters of recommendation
• Complete a CCSJ Graduate Application and submit with statement of purpose, three letters of recommendation and a $25.00 non-refundable application fee

Master of Public Administration

The applicant must:

• Have graduated from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution with a baccalaureate degree
• Submit transcripts from all other colleges and universities attended
• A 3.0 cumulative undergraduate grade point average is required (Exceptions may be made based on experience)
• Submit a one page letter of purpose stating why he/she wishes to enter a masters program
• Official transcripts on file
• Complete a CCSJ Graduate Application and a $25.00 non-refundable application fee

Transition to Teaching / Master of Arts in Teaching

• CCSJ Graduate Application
• $25 Application Fee
• Statement of Purpose
• Two Letters of Recommendation
• Background Check
• Current Resume
• Official Transcripts on file
• Transcript Review
• 3.0 GPA

Continuation in the T2T/MAT Program

All teacher candidates are expected to enroll in and attend two Education Seminars each semester. These seminars address educational issues, concerns, and research relevant to the profession. See the CCSJ Education Department Handbook for more detail.

The Education advisors review the GPA of all teacher candidates at the end of each semester. See the CCSJ Education Department Handbook for more detail.

Student Teaching Acceptance for T2T/MAT Candidates

Before applying for a student teaching assignment, the teacher candidate must demonstrate proficiency and competence in the professional development expected of a student teacher. Teacher candidates must successfully:

• Complete all required courses
• Attain an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Submit Student Teaching Application
• Demonstrate a professional disposition
• Complete any other required criteria stated in the CCSJ Education Department Handbook

Indiana Licensing Process

Indiana requirements for licensing include (but not limited to)

• Professional courses in education;
• Successful completion of student teaching experience;
• Submit portfolio requirements
• Successful completion of Praxis II;
• Recommendation by the Licensing Advisor.

Further information about the education program can be found in the CCSJ Education Department Handbook. Checklists for all education programs are available from CCSJ advising or members of the Education Department’s faculty.