How to Apply to a Graduate Program

Fast Track Admission

If you currently meet the program GPA requirements linked below you can apply through the Fast Track Process by Submitting:

Online Application
$30 (Non-Refundable) Application Fee (Pay on E-Services)
Official transcript from an accredited college or university stating a Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) has been completed. If you attended a Minnesota State College or University, SMSU should be able to view your transcript without you having to request one to be sent.
- **International Students, please submit an evaluation of your transcripts from The Evaluation Company (formerly SpanTran, NOW offers a student discount), WES, and ECE so we can receive a calculation of your degree and GPA.

If you fall below the GPA requirements, don't worry you can still be considered for admission for the program by submitting the following items:

Masters of Business Administration requires a bachelors degree with a 3.0 GPA or a GMAT score of 450 or higher.
M.S. in Education requires a bachelors degree with a 3.0 GPA.
M.S. in Special Education requires a bachelors degree with a 3.0 GPA.
M.S. in Physical Education requires a bachelors degree with a 2.5 GPA.
M.S. in Cybersecurity requires a bachelors degree with a 2.75 GPA.
M.S. in Nursing, Nurse Educator requires a bachelors degree with a 3.0 GPA.
Educational Administration & Leadership requires a masters degree with a 3.0 GPA.
Licensure & Certificates requires a bachelors degree with a 3.0 GPA.