MS in Speech-Language Pathology Admission & Application Requirements

1. Online graduate application

Submit the Graduate Online Application - This is only the first step in the application process.

2. $35 Non-Refundable application fee for all graduate applications

After you complete the Graduate Online Application:

• Log in to eServices with your StarID.
• Click on Bills and Payment, and you will be able to pay the application fee using a credit or debit card.

3. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
   PLEASE NOTE: If you are taking classes currently this fall semester, please indicate you would like transcripts sent when fall grades are posted.

Contact ALL the colleges and universities you have attended and have your transcripts sent to:

Graduate Studies Office, MSU Moorhead
1104 7th Avenue South
Moorhead, MN 56563

You do not need to order transcripts from MSUM or other Minnesota State system institutions. See Transcript Policy for more details.

4. Baccalaureate degree in Speech Language Hearing Sciences or Communication Disorders from an accredited institution OR post-baccalaureate leveling courses in the major

This requirement will be verified by the Graduate Studies Office and the department.

5. Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or at least 3.25 for the last 40 semester credits

This requirement will be verified by the Graduate Studies Office and the department.

6. Speech Language Pathology Application Form

• Log in to the Self Service Center site (allow 24 hours after application submission before logging in).
• Select the “Applications” tab, where you will see your graduate application listed.
• Select “Continue” to access the extended program application and fill in all information. Be sure to “Submit Application” when you have completed all aspects.

7. Resume

Prepare a resume that includes education, work experience, service/volunteer activities, etc. Put your name on all pages.

• Log in to the Self Service Center site (allow 24 hours after application submission before logging in).
• Select the “Applications” tab, where you will see your graduate application listed.
• Select “Summary” to see a list of all program requirements and corresponding statuses.
• Upload document by selecting the “Upload” link under the respective “Action” column.

8. Letter of Intent/Personal Statement

Prepare a letter that will support your application in regard to writing abilities and content. Please address your passion for the field, and each of the following MSUM strategic anchors: academic distinctiveness, equity and inclusion, and community engagement. Limit to two pages, double-spaced. Put your name on both pages. You may address it to: SLP Graduate Admissions Committee at the top of the letter.

• Log in to the Self Service Center site (allow 24 hours after application submission before logging in).
• Select the “Applications” tab, where you will see your graduate application listed.
• Select “Summary” to see a list of all program requirements and corresponding statuses.
• Upload document by selecting the “Upload” link under the respective “Action” column.

9. Please note: The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is NOT required to apply this year, and results will not be collected from students.

10. Three recommendations: minimum of two from Speech/Language/ Hearing Sciences or Communication Disorders Department. Note: An application file will NOT be reviewed unless two recommendations are from the SLHS/Communication Disorders Department.

• Log in to the Self Service Center site (allow 24 hours after application submission before logging in).
• Select the “Applications” tab, where you will see your graduate application listed.
• If you have not submitted contact information yet, select “Continue” to go into your application and complete program app and recommender information.
• After clicking “Submit Application” you will need to contact the Graduate Studies Office for any recommender information changes.
• Your recommenders will receive an e-mail from the Graduate Studies Office asking them to fill out the recommendation form.
• To check the status of your recommendations later, select “Summary” in the Applications tab.

11. As part of our competitive admission process, some applicants may be invited for a face-to-face interview. The main interview date is schedule for Friday, February 16, 2024.

12. When a student is offered a position in the graduate program, passing a background check will be required prior to admission to the program at the applicant’s expense.

13. Special note to MSUM undergraduates only

When asking MSUM faculty and staff to write letters of reference, you are required to complete a Reference Permission Form and give the form to your reference writer along with a current resume.