Graduate Program Admissions
Admission to the Graduate Programs in the College of Arts and Sciences
Any student who holds a baccalaureate degree from an institution recognized by an Institutional Accrediting Agency approved by the U.S. Department of Education may apply for admission to graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. Please refer to the specific program section for additional admissions requirements.
Materials submitted in support of an application are not released for other purposes and cannot be returned to the applicant. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities are required for enrollment. In the event that official transcripts are not accessible prior to the start of the first term, unofficial transcripts will be accepted for the entering term only. Future registration will be prevented without official transcripts from all schools attended, regardless of whether a degree was earned or not.
Admission Standards
Admission to graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences is determined by the Department to which the applicant is applying. Applicants should refer to the academic program section for specific admissions requirements.
Failure to enroll in coursework within one year of admittance will require you to reapply to the graduate program. Re-Admission is not guaranteed.
Students who take an approved Leave of Absence (Graduate Leave) will maintain their active student status for two consecutive semesters. If they do not enroll for a third consecutive semester, their status will change to inactive. If a student with inactive status wishes to return to their program, they must complete an Admissions Re-Entry Application, and their acceptance to return is not guaranteed.
Provisional Admissions
Applicants not meeting admissions requirements may, under special and unusual circumstances, be admitted. Applicants granted provisional admission will be notified of the provisions under which they are admitted. A student failing to meet any provisions of his or her admission will not be allowed to continue in a degree program. Provisional status may affect financial aid.
Application
Information and application forms may be obtained from:
Office of Graduate Admissions
Stetson University
421 N. Woodland Blvd., Unit 8289
DeLand, FL 32723
gradadmissions@stetson.edu
P: 386-822-7100
Students must apply prior to taking any graduate coursework in the College. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities are required for enrollment, regardless of degree completion.
Enrollment as a Post-Baccalaureate Student (Non-degree status)
In the Departments of Education and Counselor Education, students who do not wish to pursue a degree program may enroll as post-baccalaureate (non-degree) students for such purposes as satisfying certification requirements, licensure requirements, or obtaining credit for transfer to another university. Students must present evidence of good standing at the last institution they attended; a transient student must have a statement from his or her university that he or she is a regularly enrolled graduate student in good standing. No more than six credits that were taken as a non-degree-seeking student may be applied to a degree program subsequently entered. Students desiring admission to graduate programs will be required to meet admission standards for the particular degree. Students may enroll in six credits of introductory coursework prior to admission to the graduate program with permission of the program director. Only students who have earned a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution may pursue programs in Education, Counselor Education, or Creative Writing. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities are required for enrollment.
Admission to the Graduate Programs in the School of Business Administration
Any student who holds a baccalaureate or graduate degree from an institution recognized by an Institutional Accrediting Agency approved by the U.S. Department of Education may apply for admission to graduate programs in the School of Business Administration. Students must also present evidence of good standing at the last institution they attended. The degree need not be in business administration. Indeed, combining the M.Acc., M.B.A., or MHR with a non-business degree is considered outstanding career preparation in many fields. Please refer to the specific program section for additional admissions requirements.
Students must apply prior to taking any graduate coursework in the School of Business Administration. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended are required for enrollment, regardless of degree completion.
Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.)
Applicants for admission to the Master of Accountancy program must have a basic foundation in accounting and business courses. Foundation requirements may be satisfied by courses taken at institutions accredited by the appropriate regional association. Coursework taken by applicants as part of their undergraduate curriculum may be applied to the foundation requirements if the coursework is comparable and if the applicant earned a course grade of a C or higher. After admission to a graduate program at Stetson, any foundation course may be satisfied by the completion of comparable course credit from an institution accredited by the appropriate regional association. Evidence of prior academic dishonesty during one’s collegiate career will adversely impact the admissions decision.
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Partner Programs
A student who has received either a Juris Doctor (J.D.), a Master of Science in Pharmacy (M.S.P.) degree, or a Master of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.) from a partner school is eligible to enroll in the Stetson M.B.A. under the requirements of the respective dual degree program. To qualify, a student must apply for admission to the M.B.A. program within 60 months of the completion of the J.D., M.S.P., or M.H.A. degree.
Admission Process
Stetson University's Office of Graduate Admissions office accepts applications for all graduate business programs on a rolling basis. To prepare you for admission to your program of choice, the priority application date will secure priority for class registration. The final application date ensures that your application will be reviewed in a timely fashion and given ample time for class registration and managing tuition and funding options.
Application Requirements for Graduate Business Programs
Application for the M.Acc. and MHR may be made for admission for the fall, spring, or summer semesters, and application for the M.B.A. may be made for admission for the fall, spring, or summer semesters, except for the in-person M.B.A. option, which admits only for the fall semesters.
Generally, a completed application must include:
- Application for Admission
- $50 Application Fee
- GMAT or GRE Scores1 (optional)
- Resume, listing your professional and educational history, including any honors, certifications, designations, etc.
- Official Transcripts from all previous universities/colleges attended
- Two References (academic or professional)
- Written personal statement addressing career goals and reasons for pursuing the graduate degree at Stetson University's School of Business Administration
1 GMAT or GRE is optional and is encouraged for candidates who wish to strengthen their credentials for admission.
Materials must be submitted to the appropriate office, and all materials submitted in support of an application are not released for other purposes and cannot be returned to the applicant. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities are required for enrollment. In the event that official transcripts are not accessible prior to the start of the first term, unofficial transcripts will be accepted for the entering term only. Future registration will be prevented without official transcripts from all schools attended, regardless of whether a degree was earned or not.
Application materials should be submitted to Stetson University:
Office of Graduate Admissions
Stetson University
421 N. Woodland Blvd., Unit 8289
DeLand, FL 32723
gradadmissions@stetson.edu
386-822-7100
International Applicants or International Transcripts
International students whose native language is not English must provide official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores.
- The minimum acceptable TOEFL iBT score is 90.
- The minimum acceptable IELTS score is 7.0.
International transcripts are required to be translated if the grading and evaluation system used differs from those used by the United States education system. Official translation and a course-by-course evaluation from all prior institutions and grade-point average computation must be provided to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Please use one of the following services for evaluation:
TEC (formerly SpanTran) Application - Stetson University
2655 Le Jeune Rd. Suite 602
Coral Gables, FL 33134
World Educational Services
22 Prince St.
PMB 101
New York, NY 10012
Josef Silny & Associates
7101 SW 102 Ave.
Miami, FL 33173
Ucredo
105 W. Plant St. Suite 1
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Scholaro Premium
29 E Madison ST Ste 1005
Chicago, IL 60602
Fast Track Application Process for Graduate Business Program Admission
Any Stetson University graduate with a final overall GPA of 3.0 or higher will be granted a "fast track" application process for admission to the Master of Accountancy program, the Master of Business Administration program, or the Master of Human Resource Management program.
The "fast track" application process requires only an application to the graduate business program, two references, and an official transcript. All other application requirements are waived. This includes the application fee, GMAT/GRE score (encouraged for candidates who wish to strengthen their credentials for admission), a personal statement, and a resume. The School of Business Administration reserves the right to request additional information as needed.
Admission Decisions for Graduate Business Programs
Admission to graduate business programs is determined by the School of Business Administration. All completed applications are evaluated based on standards established by the Graduate Committee of the School of Business Administration. Acceptance is based on undergraduate academic performance, scores of the GMAT or GRE (and TOEFL or IELTS for international students) if applicable, and evidence of leadership and experience. Students will be notified, in writing, of their admission status following an evaluation of their credentials. Evaluations are normally done on a rolling basis.
Failure to enroll in coursework within one year of admittance will require you to reapply to the graduate program.
Provisional Admission
Applicants not meeting admissions requirements may, under special circumstances, be admitted. Applicants granted provisional admission will be notified of the provisions under which they are admitted. A student failing to meet any provisions of his or her admission will not be allowed to continue in a degree program. Provisional status may affect financial aid.
Enrollment as a Post-Baccalaureate Student (Non-Degree Status)
In the School of Business Administration, students may enroll as post-baccalaureate (non-degree) students for such purposes as professional growth, personal development, or to satisfy graduate program undergraduate-level foundation courses.
Enrollment requires a post-baccalaureate application, a non-refundable application fee, and official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework. Students must have earned a baccalaureate degree from a college or university accredited by the appropriate regional association and present evidence of good standing at the last institution they attended.
International students must provide an official course-by-course evaluation of their transcripts from an approved evaluation service and official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores.
Post-baccalaureate students are not permitted to take graduate-level courses for credit unless they are a transient student obtaining credit for transfer to another university. A transient student must have a statement from his or her university that he or she is a regularly enrolled graduate student in good standing with approval to transfer the Stetson course toward their degree program.