Degrees Offered
Doctoral
On Campus
*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.
Admission Criteria
Fall deadline: December 1
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University
- Only completed applications will be considered for Fall admission. Applicants are selected for admission in the program based on their potential to conduct high-quality, independent research.
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the School of Medicine Translational Biosciences Program
- 3 letters of recommendation (submitted through the Graduate School application)
- Personal statement- Should be at least two paragraphs in length. Include why you want to complete your Ph.D. training in this program. Please state your goals, previous research experience which emphasis area you are interested in and why.
- A CV highlighting any conferences, abstracts, articles, etc.
- Official TOEFL or IELTS scores (International applicants only)
- GRE Scores, if provided, will be considered as one part of the application package but are not required for admission to the Translational Biosciences program. If you do wish to provide GRE scores, please use this code: Institution Code = 6875)
On Campus
Admission Criteria
Entrance Term | Application Deadline |
Fall* | January 15 |
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in the last 60 hours
- GPA of 3.5 or better in master’s program
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Theatre and Performance Studies Program
All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.
- Three Letters of Recommendation. The individual writing the letter of recommendation should submit letters electronically.
- CV.
- Personal Statement (2-3 pp.). Please include in your personal statement your reasons for applying to MU Theatre’s graduate program; please address specifically why and how our program and our faculty will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
- Writing Sample(s). Please submit 2 examples of scholarly writing; if you are also a creative writer please submit one example (play, performance text, screenplay, etc.)
On Campus
About Textile & Apparel Management Programs
Graduate programs in textile and apparel management offer the following areas of study: apparel product development; apparel marketing and merchandising; omnichannel retailing; global sourcing and supply chain management; and consumer marketplace concerns.
Degrees Offered
PhD in human environmental sciences with an emphasis area in textile and apparel management.
Admission Criteria
Fall deadline: January 15 for early financial support considerations
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or University in textile and apparel management or related field. Those with unrelated majors will need to do make-up work.
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores for all non-native English-speaking applicants
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams for all non-native English-speaking applicants
For the Textile and Apparel Management Program
- Statement of professional objectives
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE Scores
- Latest vitae or resume
- Digital portfolio is strongly encouraged for Apparel Product Development applicants (Upload it to the Portfolio section)
- Writing sample (optional)
- Two-minute video to show about who you are, why you want to pursue graduate degrees, and what your career goals are (Upload it to the Portfolio section)
Educational Specialist
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The program offers a Master of Science and an Educational Specialist degree with emphasis areas in Online Education and Technology in Schools.
Admission criteria
Application Deadlines
This program accepts rolling admissions, so you can apply at any time. We recommend you submit your application six weeks before the beginning of the term in which you wish to start your course work.
Entrance term | Apply by | Course work begins |
Spring | December 1 | January |
Spring, second 8-week session | February 1 | March |
Summer | May 1 | June |
Fall | July 1 | August |
Fall, second 8-week session | September 1 | October |
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 60 credit hours of the degree
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Learning Technologies and Design Program
- Statement of Purpose (can also be uploaded into Graduate School online application)
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- 2 letters of reference
Detailed application instructions are available at: https://education.missouri.edu/degree/learning-technologies-and-design-ms/
Scholarships & Financial Aid
More information is available at: https://education.missouri.edu/information-science-learning-technologies/scholarships-financial-aid/
Master's
On Campus
Admission Criteria
Entrance Term | Application Deadline |
Fall | May 1 |
Current MU undergraduate students are eligible to apply to this program. To be considered for admission to the accelerated MA program in Theatre and performance a student must:
- Apply by May 1st for admission that fall.
- Have completed 90 hours toward a Bachelor’s Degree.
- Earned a minimum 3.0 overall G.P.A.
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
For the Theatre Program
All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.
- Three Letters of Recommendation. The individual writing the letter of recommendation should submit letters electronically.
- CV.
- Personal Statement (2-3 pp.). Please include in your personal statement your reasons for applying to MU Theatre’s graduate program; please address specifically why and how our program and our faculty will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
- Writing Sample(s). Please submit 2 examples of scholarly writing; if you are also a creative writer please submit one example (play, performance text, screenplay, etc.)
On Campus
About Textile & Apparel Management Programs
Graduate programs in textile and apparel management offer the following areas of study: apparel product development; apparel marketing and merchandising; omnichannel retailing; global sourcing and supply chain management; and consumer marketplace concerns.
Degrees Offered
MS in textile and apparel management
MA in textile and apparel management
Admission Criteria
Fall deadline: January 15 for early financial support considerations
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in textile and apparel management or related field. Those with unrelated majors will need to do make-up work.
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores for all non-native English-speaking applicants
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams for all non-native English-speaking applicants
For the Textile and Apparel Management Program
- Statement of professional objectives
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE Scores
- Latest vitae or resume
- Digital portfolio is strongly encouraged for Apparel Product Development applicants (Upload it to the Portfolio section)
- Writing sample (optional)
- Two-minute video to show about who you are, why you want to pursue graduate degrees, and what your career goals are (Upload it to the Portfolio section)
On Campus
Admission Criteria
Entrance Term | Application Deadline |
Fall* | January 15 |
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in the last 60 hours
Probationary admission is possible. The director of graduate studies will advise the student in writing of what must be done to change the probationary admission to regular admission.
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Theatre Program
All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.
- Three Letters of Recommendation. The individual writing the letter of recommendation should submit letters electronically.
- CV.
- Personal Statement (2-3 pp.). Please include in your personal statement your reasons for applying to MU Theatre’s graduate program; please address specifically why and how our program and our faculty will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
- Writing Sample(s). Please submit 2 examples of scholarly writing; if you are also a creative writer please submit one example (play, performance text, screenplay, etc.)
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The program offers Master’s degrees in Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum with emphasis areas in Art Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, English Education, Literacy Education, Mathematics Education, Science Education, Social Studies Education, and TESOL.
Admission Criteria
Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0 or better
Application Deadlines
The program accepts rolling admissions, so applicants can apply at any time. It’s suggested applicants submit their application at least six weeks before the beginning of the term in which they wish to start their course work. The deadlines below are priority application dates.
Entrance Term | Application Deadline |
Fall | June 15 |
Spring | October 15 |
Summer | March 15 |
Only completed applications will be reviewed by the Graduate Admissions Committee. Applications for admissions decisions take at least 6 weeks to process
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Learning, Teaching & Curriculum Program
- Personal data sheet form (built into the Graduate School online application)
- Statement of purpose
- Resume/CV
- All emphasis areas desire at least 2 letters of recommendation, regardless of GPA. If your GPA is below a 3.0 or you are an international student (have an international transcript), three letters of reference are required. ALL LETTERS MUST BE CONFIDENTIAL AND SUBMITTED ACCORDINGLY. Please contact the department if you have any questions or concerns about this requirement.
- A digital portfolio of three to five pieces of artwork you consider your best (required for Art Education applicants only)
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The program offers a Master of Science and an Educational Specialist degree with emphasis areas in Online Education and Technology in Schools.
Admission criteria
Application Deadlines
This program accepts rolling admissions, so you can apply at any time. We recommend you submit your application six weeks before the beginning of the term in which you wish to start your course work.
Entrance term | Apply by | Course work begins |
Spring | December 1 | January |
Spring, second 8-week session | February 1 | March |
Summer | May 1 | June |
Fall | July 1 | August |
Fall, second 8-week session | September 1 | October |
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 60 credit hours of the degree
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Learning Technologies and Design Program
- Statement of Purpose (can also be uploaded into Graduate School online application)
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- 2 letters of reference
Detailed application instructions are available at: https://education.missouri.edu/degree/learning-technologies-and-design-ms/
Scholarships & Financial Aid
More information is available at: https://education.missouri.edu/information-science-learning-technologies/scholarships-financial-aid/
Graduate Certificate
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Officially approved as:
Stand Alone: Yes
Total Credit Hours: 12
Certificate description: Upon completion of the certificate program, students will be able to:
- Propose new digital merchandising strategies that would enhance digital commerce after analyze best practices in crafting merchandise assortments, web copy, photography, SEO, and other key techniques; comparing all major costs of running digital commerce, such as shipping, returns, marketing, inventory management, and/or fulfillment.
- Create brand growth strategies in digital commerce space after evaluating digital branding processes in products, place, pricing, and promotions.
- Develop new digital marketing strategies after analyzing digital marketing tools currently available for business and marketing communications, such as google analytics and visualization tools; and evaluating the interaction between the marketers and the consumers on digital marketing channels, including email, text and various social media platforms.
- Evaluate appropriateness of digital data visualization techniques and software tools for a visualization task at hand after learning the principles and various techniques of information visualization.
- Create overall digital commerce strategies by applying branding, merchandising, marketing and data visualization knowledge and techniques.
Certificate web site:
http://catalog.missouri.edu/collegeofartsandscience/additionalcertificatesminors/grad-cert-digital-merchandising/
Admission Criteria
Application Deadlines
- Fall semester: 4 weeks (but no later than 2 weeks) prior to the start of the term
- Spring semester: 4 weeks (but no later than 2 weeks) prior to the start of the term
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams for all non-native English-speaking applicants
For the Digital Merchandising Program
- Statement of purpose
- Resume or CV
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Officially approved as:
Stand Alone: Yes
Total Credit Hours: 18
Certificate description: The Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares English language teachers, English language program administrators, language testers, and educational materials writers to work in contexts where English is a foreign language (EFL contexts). The objectives of the certificate are to develop professionals with a) knowledge of the structure of the English language; b) an understanding of how languages are used and learned; and c) skills in designing and implementing pedagogical tasks to facilitate language learning. The certificate consists of 18 graduate credit hours divided among five core courses and one elective course.
Certificate web site:
https://online.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/mu/education/tesol/grad-cert
Admission Criteria
Application Deadlines
Entrance Term | Application Deadline |
Fall | June 15 |
Spring | October 15 |
Summer | March 15 |
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the TESOL Program
- Two letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Resume
On Campus
Officially approved as:
Stand Alone: Yes
Total Credit Hours: 15
Certificate description: Graduate students in Accountancy may use their accountancy electives and business electives to complete an emphasis in taxation. Upon completing the requirements listed below, a student will receive a Graduate Certificate issued from the Graduate School in Taxation.
Admission Criteria
Deadlines for application to the Graduate Certificate in Taxation
Students may start the program at the beginning of the fall semester.
Entrance Term | Application Deadline |
Fall | July 1 |
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Taxation Program
- Trulaske Graduate Application (built into the Graduate School online application)
- Including Personal Statement
- Video Statement
- Résumé
- 1 letter of recommendation
- From someone who knows you well in a professional or academic setting. This person should be familiar with your work ethic, leadership skills, and ability to overcome challenges.
- GMAT or GRE score (optional/not required)
- TOEFL or IELTS (for international students)