Prospective Student FAQ

SVSU has no formal application deadline for domestic students, however; applicants are encouraged to apply at least two months prior to the start of a semester to assure the best selection of classes.

Applicants seeking financial aid must apply at least two months prior to the start of a semester.

Each program at SVSU had different requirements. Please visit the link below and select your program for a complete list of admission requirements. 

http://www.svsu.edu/academicprograms/graduateprograms/

The minimum GPA varies by program. Please visit the link below for a complete list of requirement for your program.

International First-Year Students

Master of Arts Communication and Media Administration (CMA) - Dr. Rob Drew (989) 964-7495

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Dr. Yu Liu (989) 964-2742

Master of Arts Public Administration (MPA) - Dr. Joseph Jaksa (989) 964-2178

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) - Ellen Herlache-Pretzer (989) 964-2187

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Dr. Karen Brown-Fackler (989) 964-2185

Master of Science Health Administration & Leadership (MSHAL) - Marilyn Skrocki (989) 964-7394

Master of Science Energy and Materials (MEM) - Dr. Robert Tuttle (989) 964-4676

Master of Art Instructional Technology & E-Learning (MAITEL) - Dr. Carolyn Gilbreath (586) 749-4772

Master of Education- Principalship (MEd) - Dr. Cynthia Sager (989) 964-4978

Education Specialist (EdS) - Dr. LaCreta Clark (989) 964-4930

Master of Art Teaching - Click here >>

The application process varies depending on whether you are apply as a domestic student or an international student. Please click the appropriate link below for a PDF of the process.

Yes, you can; however, until all documents are received the application will be on hold.

Think “quality” not “quantity”, but aim for one page.

No, the paper serves as a reminder. You may use that paper to print off your statement though, if you would like.

No, the envelopes serve as a reminder. You may use them at your convenience.

Official transcripts must be sent directly from the university to our office. We do not accept transcripts that are issued to the student as official.

Full-time status is 9 credits.

You must be taking a minimum of 5 credits to qualify for student loans. Please visit the Financial Aid portion of our website for more information.

http://www.svsu.edu/financialaid/

Please visit studentaid.gov for more information on application dates.

In order to transfer credits you would need approval. To obtain approval, pick up a form from the Graduate Programs office. You will need to complete the form with appropriate course numbers and descriptions and take it to the program coordinator and dean for approval.  Once approved, take the form to the Registrar’s Office for processing.

Certain programs require the GMAT or GRE for admission. Please review the admission requirements for the program you are interested in to determine if you will need to take the GMAT or GRE.

Your application is valid for one year from the date of submission.

You will receive a letter via mail to announce whether or not you have been admitted to SVSU. If you haven't heard back a few weeks after submitting your application, you can contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadm@svsu.edu or 989.964.6096.

To allow another person to inquire about your application status or pick up admission paperwork, please complete the Personal Information Release Form (75KB) and return it to the Office of Graduate Admissions in Wickes Hall, email to gradadm@svsu.edu or fax it to 989.964.6066.