PROGRAMS OF STUDY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International Students at 2006 Winter ReceptionInternational students are eligible to apply to most graduate programs at Valparaiso University, including those in Business, Chinese Studies, Counseling, Digital Media, English Studies & Communication, Information Technology, International Commerce & Policy, International Economics & Finance, Liberal Studies, Nursing, and Sports Administration. Limited study in the field of graduate education is also possible. Certain professional programs (such as Chinese Studies & Nursing) may have special requirements of international students before admission can be granted.


International students interested in the Master of Law (LL.M.), a degree primarily for international lawyers holding a law degree and wishing to enhance their understanding of the American legal system, should contact the Valparaiso University School of Law directly by emailing valpolaw@valpo.edu or by visiting their website at http://www.valpo.edu/law.


International students are eligible for the following programs at Valparaiso University:


Degree/Concentration
Credits
Duration/Years*
Tuition
Additional Requirements
Master of Arts in Chinese Studies
Chinese Studies
37
1-2
$17,760
Demonstrate proficiency in Chinese language
Master of Arts in Community Counseling/Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Community Counseling
48
2
$23,040
5 courses in psychology
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
60
2
$28,800
5 courses in psychology
Master of Arts in English Studies & Communication**
English Studies & Communication
37
1-2
$17,760
 
Master of Business Administration
Business Administration
38-52
1-2
$24,320- $33,280
GMAT
Master of Engineering Management
Engineering Management
36
1-2
$23,040
GMAT or GRE
Master of Science in Information Technology and Management
Information Technology and Management
37
1-2
$17,760
Minor in computer science, information technology, or a related field
Master of Science in Digital Media
 Digital Media     37
1-2
$17,760
Please see Program description link
 Master of Science in Sports Media
 Sports Media     37
1-2
$17,760
Please see Program description link
Master of Science in International Commerce & Policy**
International Commerce & Policy
37
1.5-2
$17,760
Micro/Macroeconomics
Master of Science in International Economics & Finance
International Economics & Finance
37
1.5-2
$17,760
Please see Program description link
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies
English
36
1-2
$17,280
 
Ethics & Values
36
1-2
$17,280
2 courses in philosophy/theology
Gerontology
36
1-2
$17,280
 
History
36
1-2
$17,280
 
Human Behavior & Society
36
1-2
$17,280
 
Theology
36
1-2
$17,280
2 courses in philosophy/theology
Master of Science in Nursing
Nursing
36
1.5
$20,340
RN License or equivalent, and NCLEX Exam
Nursing / Business Administration
 54-68  3
$34,560-$43,520
RN License or equivalent, and NCLEX Exam
Master of Science in Sports Administration
Sports Administration
36
1-2
$17,280
 
* Represents minimum time required. Students whose native language is not English may require additional time.
** These programs are designed especially for international students.