Step 2 and 3: Choosing the way to apply (paper or online) & which graduate track (degree-seeking or non-degree seeking

We welcome your application for admission to the Graduate Division of Valparaiso University. The mission of the Graduate Division is to serve the advanced learning, professional development, and personal enrichment needs of individuals regionally and nationally. The Graduate Division admits students that demonstrate the ability and motivation to succeed in an academically challenging environment.

Two ways of applying
You have the option of completing your application online and submitting it electronically or downloading the application in Adobe PDF format. When entering your application data online please do not press the "Return" key until all information has been entered. You may press the "Tab" key to move from a question box to another.

The PDF applications come packaged with all of the necessary forms, including the forms for submitting letters of recommendation.  If you are submitting you application online, you will need to get the forms for submitting letters of recommendation from the forms page.

If you plan to seek a Masters Degree or Post-Masters Certificate...
To apply to a program online click on the keyboard and mouse icon. Note the additional requirements.

		MA in Chinese Studies (including Teachers Track)
		MA in Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling
		MS in Digital Media
		MA in English Studies & Communication
		MA in Liberal Studies (MALS) *
		MS in Information Technology & Management
		MS in International Commerce & Policy
		MS in International Economics & Finance
		MS in Nursing Education (MSN)
		MS in Nursing (MSN) / Master of Business Administration
		MSN/Doctorate of Nursing Practice1
		BSN/Doctorate of Nursing Practice1
		MS in Sports Administration
		MS in Sports Media
		M.Ed. in Initial Licensure or M.Ed. in Teaching & Learning
		M.Ed. in Initial Licensure-LEAPs1
		M.Ed. / Ed. S. in School Psychology
		Master of Business Administration (MBA)
		Master of Engineering Management
		Dual JD/Master of Business Administration (MBA)
		Dual JD/MA in Chinese Studies
		Dual JD/MA in Psychology or Dual JD/MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
		Dual JD/MS in International Commerce & Policy
		Dual JD/MA in Liberal Studies (MALS)*
		Dual JD/MS in Sports Administration

*MALS & JD / MALS Areas of Concentration

• English
• Ethics & Values
• Gerontology
• History
• Human Behavior & Society
• Theology / Theology & Ministry (includes Deaconess Track)
• Individualized

If you are not seeking a degree...
To apply to a program online click on the keyboard and mouse icon. Note the additional requirements.

		Teacher Certification (Transition-to-Teaching, Addition of Content Area, or Licensure in Special Education)	1					2	3
		Professional Educator (License Renewal)
		Visiting Student
		Graduate Non-Degree Student (Personal Enrichment)
		Graduate Non-Degree Certificate Programs	4

¹ M.Ed. in Initial Licensure-LEAPs, MSN/DNP, BSN/DNP, & Transition-to-Teaching requires 3 Letters of Recommendation.
² License is required for content area addition and Licensure in Special Education applications only.
³ Necessary only for those individuals seeking a first-time teaching license.
⁴ 1 Letter of Recommendation Required.