How to Apply
Description on how to apply to the program
How to Apply
Note Application Deadlines:
For fall admission: January 10
For spring admission: September 15
Application Instructions:
The following items should be uploaded along with the official Graduate School Application and the application fee form. Once you have uploaded your materials you can check the status by visiting the Graduate Application Status Inquiry page.
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose. A written essay discussing your professional goals and how, in light of the strengths you possess, the study of higher education will bring you closer to the realization of those goals; and
- Four recommendations. Two academic references and two professional (employer) references are preferred. If you have no work experience, submit at least three academic references. (Academic references in a placement file are acceptable). The GRADS Portal only allows for 3 recommendation letters to be uploaded. Once you submit your application you can go back and request to add a fourth recommendation letter by choosing (add a reference) in the reference section.
Additional Application Materials
Send the items listed below directly to the Higher Education program at this address:
Higher Education Program
Pennsylvania State University
Susan Bass
400 Rackley Building
University Park, PA 16802
- Original GRE/MAT/GMAT or LSAT scores; and
- Two (2) original copies of Transcripts from each institution you attended.
International Applicants Only:
