M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology

1. Online graduate application

Submit the Graduate Online Application.

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 wait to order transcripts until those 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 MnSCU 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 above OR 3.25 GPA for the most recent 40 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, 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

Prepare a letter that will support your application in regard to content and writing abilities; limit to two pages, double-spaced. Put your name on both 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.

9. Graduate Record Examination (GRE); only official scores accepted; no more than 5 years old. The most recent scores will be reviewed

Schedule your test early. Allow 4 weeks for MSUM to receive your scores. When prompted at the test site, enter MSUM as a receiving school, code 6678.

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.

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.