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
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 so we can receive a calculation of your GPA. We currently accept evaluations from SpanTran, WES, and ECE.

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.

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