GRADUATE APPLICATION
Essay Prompt Instructions
Find your program and follow the instructions to complete the Essay section of your application.
To print: highlight the text, right click and select print. If you have questions, submit your application and contact GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you are pursing a Doctorate or Masters Degree, click here for Essay instructions:
Applied Biotechnology Management | Athletic Training |Biology|Business Admin: Professional MBA |Cybersecurity | Data Science |
Educational Leadership & Policy | English |Executive MBA | Human Services Leadership|Information Technology Management | Literacy and Language | Mathematics Education | Nursing | Professional Counseling | Professional Science |Psychology |PublicAdmin | Social Work | Special Education and Early Childhood | Sustainable Management | Teaching and Learning
If you are only pursuing a Certificate or License, click here for Essay instructions:
Applied Bioinformatics |Business Skills | Data Analytics | Data Science| Ed Ldrshp: Athletic Ldrshp & Sports Mgmt | Ed Ldrshp: Dir of Instruction | Ed Ldrshp: Post-bacc Lib Media Spclst | Ed Ldrshp: PostSec, Tech, Adult Ed | Ed Ldrshp: Principal | Ed Ldrshp: Social Justice | English: Creative Writing | Literacy: Bilingual Reading Teacher | Literacy: Educational Coaching | Literacy: GAP (Grad Achievement Pgm) | Literacy: Literacy Coaching | Literacy: Reading Teacher | Nursing: Clinical Nurse Leader | Nursing: Nurse Educator | Public Administration: Healthcare Mgt | Special Ed: Amer Sign Lang & Deaf Culture | Special Ed: Dir Spec Ed/Pupil Srvcs | Special Ed: K-12 Accelerated | Sustainability & Well Being | Teach & Learn: Classroom Assessment | Teach & Learn: Disciplinary Literacy
If your program / certificate / license is not listed above, or if you are a Special Student or Concurrent Enrollment Instructor:
You need to select that you are applying for a few courses, not a degree. To modify your application: go back to your application, on the left navigation menu select “Initial Information”, click the BACK button until you reach the question “Are you applying for a degree or a few courses” and select Few Courses, then click Continue.
Applied Biotechnology, MS
Applied Biotechnology applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to indicate their program emphasis and provide two references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or Reference sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all recommendation letters in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:
Applied Biotechnology: Business Management (100% online)
Applied Biotechnology: Quality Assurance & Compliance (100% online)
Applied Biotechnology: Research & Development (100% online)
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.
STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for at least TWO references starting on the third line of your Essay response box
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 4: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you will email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe your motivation to pursue this degree and what you will bring to the biotechnology field
- Your essay should be up to 1,000 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Applied Bioinformatics Certificate
Applicants need to submit a a personal statement and provide two references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all recommendation letters in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for at least TWO references starting on the second line of your Essay response box
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 3: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you will email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe your motivation to pursue this degree and what you will bring to the biotechnology field
- Your essay should be up to 1,000 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Athletic Training, MS
Athletic Training applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide one reference for us to contact for a letter of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST ONE reference starting on the second line of your Essay response box
- Your reference should be able to assess your ability to succeed in a graduate program
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least one reference name and email address.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least one reference name and email address to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 3: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe your goals and qualifications for the MSAT program
- Your essay should be between 1-2 pages
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Biology, MS
Applicants need to submit a a personal statement of interest separately from the application. In addition, applicants need to indicate their program emphasis and provide three references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Program Emphasis or References section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application.
Please note the following information about your references:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:
Biology: Biology emphasis
Biology: Microbiology emphasis
STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST THREE references starting on the third line of your Essay response box.
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- Your references should be able to evaluate your abilities in the sciences and potential to succeed in graduate school. At least two and preferably all three references will be university professors in the sciences.
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Business Administration - Professional MBA
Professional MBA applicants need to submit a a personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate whether they are pursing the degree online only, or whether some classes will be taken in person.
Since our application form does not have a section to indicate this, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
Business Administration: Professional Path, Classroom and Online mix
Business Administration: Professional Path, 100% Online
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, select the Classsroom and Online Mix.
STEP 2: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to COBGrad@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to COBGrad@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe your reason for pursuing an MBA degree
- Explain the impact your MBA degree will have on both your short- and long-term career goals
- Describe the value you will bring to the classroom
- Your essay should be single spaced and no longer than two pages
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Business Administration Certificate: Business Skills
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to COBGrad@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to COBGrad@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe the reasons behind your decision to pursue this certificate, your short-term and long-term career goals, and what you believe you will bring to the classroom
- Maximum length of 1,000 words
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Business Administration Certificate: Data Analytics
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to COBGrad@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to COBGrad@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe the reasons behind your decision to pursue this certificate, your short-term and long-term career goals, and what you believe you will bring to the classroom
- Maximum length of 1,000 words
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Cybersecurity, MS
Cybersecurity applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to indicate their program emphasis and provide references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or Reference sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:
Cybersecurity: Cyber Response (100% online)
Cybersecurity: Digital Forensics (100% online)
Cybersecurity: Governance & Leadership (100% online)
Cybersecurity: Security Architecture (100% online)
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.
STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO professional or academic references starting on the third line of your Essay response box
- References may be academic or professional colleagues
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 4: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe your decision to pursue the degree and what you believe you will bring to the cybersecurity field
- Your essay should be up to 1,000 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Data Science, MS
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that Data Science is a 100% online programs. 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.
Applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation. Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO references starting on the second line of your Essay response box
- References should be academic or professional colleagues
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 3: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe the reasons behind your decision to pursue this degree and what you believe you will bring to the data science field
- Your essay should be up to 1,000 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Data Science Certificate
Applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation. Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide reference information in the Essay response box of your application.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO references starting on the second line of your Essay response box
- References should be academic or professional colleagues
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 3: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box.
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe the reasons behind your decision to pursue this degree and what you believe you will bring to the data science field
- Your essay should be up to 1,000 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Educational Leadership & Policy, Ed.D.
Educational Leadership & Policy applicants need to submit a a personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate their program emphasis and any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for three letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste this program emphasis as the first line in your Essay response box:
Educational Leadership & Policy: Superintendency (Ed.D.)
STEP 2: Copy and paste ALL of these certificates and licensures you are pursuing, starting on the second line in your Essay response box:
I am not pursing any certificates/licensures at this time.
Certificates:
Athletics Leadership & Sports Management Certificate
Leadership in Post-Secondary, Technical, and Adult Education
Leadership for Social Justice
Licensures:
Director of Instruction Licensure
Principal Licensure
Library Media Specialist Licensure
STEP 3: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the next line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 4: Enter the name and email address of at least three references in the next lines of your Essay response box:
- One reference must be from a school superintendent
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:
My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence:
I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 5: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you will email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Be up to 1,000 words long describing your educational philosophy and the reasons behind your decision to pursue this degree
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Educational Leadership & Policy, MS
Educational Leadership & Policy applicants need to submit a a personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate their program emphasis and any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for three letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:
Educational Leadership & Policy: General (MS)
Educational Leadership & Policy: Library Science (MS)
STEP 2: Copy and paste ALL of these certificates and licensures you are pursuing starting on the second line in your Essay response box:
I am not pursuing any certificates/licensures at this time.
Certificates:
Athletics Leadership & Sports Management Certificate
Leadership in Post-Secondary, Technical, and Adult Education
Leadership for Social Justice
Licensures:
Director of Instruction License
Principal License
Library Media Specialist License
STEP 3: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements in the next line in your Essay response box:
I am not part of an off-campus student cohort.
I am part of the following off-campus student cohort: type the cohort name here.
STEP 4: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements in the next line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 5: Email the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references to GradSchool@uwosh.edu
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:
My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence:
I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 6: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box.
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Explain why you are pursuing this degree
- Your essay should be 250-500 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Athletic Leadership & Sports Management
Athletic Leadership & Sports Management applicants need to submit a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
1. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
2. Enter the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references in the second line of your Essay response box.
- If you uploaded a resume with reference information, add a note to direct us to your resume for reference information
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application
- If you submit your application without references, email reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu
3. Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Explain why you are pursuing this certificate
- Your essay should be 250-500 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Direction of Instruction, Administrative License
Director of Instruction applicants need to submit a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references whom the Graduate Studies Office will contact. Two letters of recommendation are needed.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
1. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
2. Enter the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references in the second line of your Essay response box
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:
My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence:
I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
3. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements in the third line in your Essay response box:
I am not part of an off-campus student cohort.
I am part of the following off-campus student cohort: type the cohort name here.
4. Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Explain why you are pursuing this license
- Your essay should be 250-500 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: PK-12 Principal, Administrative License
PK-12 Principal applicants need to submit a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references whom the Graduate Studies Office will contact. Two letters of recommendation are needed.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
1. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
2. Enter the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references in the second line of your Essay response box.
- One reference must be from a superintendent
- If you uploaded a resume with reference information, add a note to direct us to your resume for reference information
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application
- If you submit your application without references, email reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu
3. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements in the third line in your Essay response box:
I am not part of an off-campus student cohort.
I am part of the following off-campus student cohort: type the cohort name here.
4. Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Explain why you are pursuing this license
- Your essay should be 250-500 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Post-baccalaureate Library Media Specialist
Post-baccalaureate Library Media Specialist certificate applicants may skip the Essay and leave the Essay response box blank.
Also, your application is free. Please skip the Payment portion of this application. If you do pay for the application, your application fee will be refunded.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Leadership for Post-secondary, Technical and Adult Education (PTAE)
PTAE applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
1. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
2. Enter the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references in the second line of your Essay response box
- If you uploaded a resume with reference information, add a note to direct us to your resume for reference information
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application
- If you submit your application without references, email reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu
3. Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Explain why you are pursuing this certificate
- Your essay should be 250-500 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
English, MA
English applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references and indicate any additional certificates they are pursing.
Since our application form does not have Certificate or Reference sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation. We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required.
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste the certificates you are pursuing as the first line in your Essay response box:
I am not pursuing any certificates at this time.
Creative Writing Certificate
New Literatures Certificate
STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST THREE references starting on the second line of your Essay response box
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 4: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Outline your academic preparation to study English at the graduate level, your interest in this particular certificate / program, your educational and/or professional goals, and/or ways that your previous experience contributed to your decision to apply for the program
- Your essay should be up to 1,250 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
English Certificate: Creative Writing
1. Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Explain why you are seeking admission to the certificate program
- Your essay should be 250-500 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Executive MBA
Executive MBA applicants need to submit a a personal statement.
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to COBGrad@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to COBGrad@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe your reason for pursuing an MBA degree. What is your career objective and how will the UW Oshkosh MBA-Executive contribute to that objective?
- Explain the impact your MBA degree will have on both your short- and long-term career goals. Provide an example of your leadership in a project, initiative or business strategy. Cite details of what you did, how you did it and what you accomplished.
- Describe the value you will bring to the classroom. Your success in the program is dependent upon the strengths you bring to your cohort group. What are your greatest strengths that you will bring into your group?
- Your essay should be single spaced and no longer than two pages
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Human Services Leadership, MS
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that Human Services Leadership is a 100% online programs. 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.
Human Services Leadership applicants need to submit a personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing.
Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these statements on the first line in your Essay response box:
I am not pursing any certificates at this time.
Human Services Leadership: Graduate Advanced Certificate
STEP 2: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe your motivation to pursue this degree and what you will bring to your profession
- Your essay should be up to 500 words long
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Information Technology Management, MS
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that Information Technology Management is a 100% online programs. 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.
Information Technology Management applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references whom we will contact for letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all reference letters in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO professional or academic references starting on the second line of your Essay response box
- Provide professional or academic references who can assess your ability to succeed in a graduate program
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 3: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Describe your decision to pursue the degree and what you believe you will bring to the information technology field
- Your essay should be up to 1,000 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Literacy and Language, MSE
Literacy and Language applicants need to submit a brief personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate their program emphasis, additional certificates or licensures they are pursuing, and provide references we will contact for letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or References sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ALL of the certificates that you’re also pursuing, starting on the first line in your Essay response box. Note – when you complete the Literacy MSE degree, you’ve completed coursework for the Reading Teacher Licensure and Reading Specialist Licensure certificates.
I am not pursuing any additional certificates at this time
Bilingual Reading Teacher License
Educational Coaching
Literacy Coaching
STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements starting on the second line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for at least three references starting on the third line of your Essay response box
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
STEP 4: Enter your personal statement starting on the fourth line of your Essay response box
- Provide a brief statement of your goals for graduate studies
- Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Literacy: Graduate Achievement Program (GAP)
1. Enter your personal statement in the Essay response box
- Provide a brief statement of your goals for graduate studies
- Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Literacy Certificate: Bilingual Reading Teacher License
1. Enter your personal statement in the Essay response box
- Provide a brief statement of your goals for graduate studies
- Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Literacy Certificate: Educational Coaching
1. Enter your personal statement in the Essay response box
- Provide a brief statement of your goals for graduate studies
- Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Literacy Certificate: Literary Coaching
1. Provide the name and email address for at least ONE reference (preferably from a supervisor) starting on the first line of your Essay response box.
- We prefer a reference from a supervisor
- If your uploaded resume contains references you’d like us to contact, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains my reference’s name and email address.
- You may submit your application without reference name and email but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from the application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least one reference name and email address to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
2. Enter your personal statement in the Essay response box
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you will email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
- Provide a brief statement of your goals for graduate studies
- Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Literacy Certificate: Reading Teacher License
1. Enter your personal statement in the Essay response box
- Provide a brief statement of your goals for graduate studies
- Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Mathematics Education, MS
Mathematics Education applicants do not need to submit a personal statement. However, applicants need to provide references we will contact for letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all reference letters in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for at least two references starting on the second line of your Essay response box
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Nursing, DNP
Nursing applicants do not need to submit a a personal statement in the online application Essay box.
Instead, we would like you to specify which DNP nursing program you are applying for and whether you’re applying as a full-time or part-time student.
Also, our online application allowed you to select either Summer or Fall admission. Each Nursing DNP program only has one admission term each year. The correct start term is listed below. If you selected a different start term, we will use the start term below.
Please copy and paste ONE of the following programs in your Essay response box:
Nursing: BSN to DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner (Fall admission only) – Full-Time Student
Nursing: BSN to DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner (Fall admission only) – Part-Time Student
Nursing: BSN to DNP, Nurse Anesthesia (Summer admission only) – Full-Time Student Only
Nursing: BSN to DNP, PMHNP (Fall admission only) – Full-Time Student
Nursing: BSN to DNP, PMHNP (Fall admission only) – Part-Time Student
Nursing: Master’s to DNP (Summer admission only) – Part-Time Student Only
Nursing: MSN to DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner (Summer admission only) – Full-Time Student
Nursing: MSN to DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner (Summer admission only) – Part-Time Student
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Nursing, MSN
Nursing applicants do not need to submit a a personal statement.
Instead, we would like you to specify which MSN nursing program you are applying for and whether you’re applying as a full-time or part-time student.
Please copy and paste ONE of these program emphases in your Essay response box:
Nursing: MSN Clinical Nurse Leader (100% online) – Full-Time Student
Nursing: MSN Clinical Nurse Leader (100% online) – Part-Time Student
Nursing: MSN Nurse Educator (100% online) – Full-Time Student
Nursing: MSN Nurse Educator (100% online) – Part-Time Student
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Nursing Certificate: Clinical Nurse Leader
Nursing Clinical Nurse Leader certificate applicants may skip the Essay and leave the Essay response box blank.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Nursing Certificate: Nurse Educator
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Professional Counseling, MSE
Professional Counseling applicants need to submit a a personal statement as part of a supplemental application. Do not include your personal statement in the Essay box on your application.
Applicants need to indicate their program emphasis. Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:
Professional Counseling: Clinical Mental Health
Professional Counseling: School Counselor
Professional Counseling: Student Affairs and College Counseling
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Professional Science, MS
Professional Science applicants will submit an essay with answers to specific questions separately from the application.
However, applicants do need to indicate their program emphasis and provide two references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Program Emphasis or References section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application.
Please note the following information about your references:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:
Professional Science: Individually Planned
Professional Science: Microbiology and Food Science
Professional Science: Sustainable Energy
Professional Science: Water Science
STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO references starting on the third line of your Essay response box.
- Your references should be able to evaluate your abilities in the sciences and potential to succeed in graduate school. At least one and preferably both references will be university professors in the sciences.
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Psychology, MS
A personal statement and two letters of recommendation are required. Please submit the personal statement of interest separately from the application. Since our application form does not have a References section, we’d like you to provide reference information in the Essay response box of your application.
Please note the following information about your references:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations after we receive your application fee payment
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO references starting on the third line of your Essay response box
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- Your references should be faculty members. Ideally, both would be psychology faculty members.
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Public Administration, MPA
Public Administration applicants need to submit a a personal statement separately from the application. Applicants also need to indicate their program emphasis, any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing, and three references.
Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or Reference sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
- We will contact your references and request their recommendations
- We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
- You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:
Public Administration – Fire and Emergency Administration and Management (100% Online)
Public Administration – General Public Administration (Hybrid)
Public Administration – General Public Administration (100% Online)
Public Administration – Health Agency Administration (Hybrid)
Public Administration – Health Agency Administration (100% Online)
Public Administration – Nonprofit Management and Leadership (Hybrid)
Public Administration – Nonprofit Management and Leadership (100% Online)
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.
STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these certificates you are pursuing, starting on the second line in your Essay response box:
I am not pursing any certificates at this time.
Health Care Management Certificate
STEP 3: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements starting on the third line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
STEP 4: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST THREE references starting on the fourth line of your Essay response box
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Public Administration Certificate: Healthcare Management
- Explain why you are seeking admission to the graduate HCM Certificate program
- Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Special Education and Early Childhood, MSE
Special Education and Early Childhood applicants do not need to submit a a personal statement. However, applicants need to indicate which graduate program option they are pursuing.
Since our application form does not have an Additional Certificates / Licenses section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Copy and paste the program option you’re pursuing in the Essay box of your application:
Cross-categorical Special Education Licensure with MSE (K-12)
Director of Special Education and Pupil Services with MSE (license code 80)
Early Childhood Special Education Licensure with MSE (birth to grade 3)
MSE Special Education Non-Licensure Program
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Special Education Certificate: Director of Special Education / Pupil Services License
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Special Education Certificate: K-12 Accelerated License
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Sustainable Management, MS
If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that Sustainable Management is a 100% online programs. 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.
UWO does not require applicants to submit a personal statement or recommendations.
Your Essay response box may be left blank.
Sustainability and Well Being Certificate
UWO does not require applicants to submit a personal statement or recommendations.
Your Essay response box may be left blank.
Teaching & Learning, MSE
Teaching & Learning applicants do not need to submit a a personal statement. However, applicants need to indicate their program emphasis and any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing.
Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:
Teaching & Learning: ESL/Bilingual Education (Spanish/English or Hmong/English)
Teaching & Learning: Elementary Education (Individually Designed Program)
Teaching & Learning: English as a Second Language (ESL)
Teaching & Learning: MSE Teaching & Learning (HLC Accreditation Pathway)
Teaching & Learning: Math Intervention
Teaching & Learning: Secondary Education (Individually Designed Program)
Teaching & Learning: UWO / CESA 3 Cohort (HLC Accreditation Pathway)
STEP 2: Copy and paste one of these statements in the next line in your Essay response box:
STEP 3: Copy and paste all of these certificates and licenses you are pursuing, starting on the next line in your Essay response box:
I am not pursing any certificates/licenses at this time.
Classroom Assessment Certificate
Disciplinary Literacy Certificate
STEP 4: Provide the name and email address for at least three references starting on the next line of your Essay response box
- If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box: My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.
- You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence: I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
Teaching & Learning Certificate: Classroom Assessment
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Teaching & Learning Certificate: Disciplinary Literacy
1. Enter your personal statement in the Essay response box
- Provide a brief statement of your goals for graduate studies
- Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words
- Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
Dempsey Hall, Room 345
Office hours Monday–Friday
7:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m
Phone: (920) 424-1223
Fax: (920) 424-0247
Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Leadership for Social Justice
Leadership for Social Justice applicants need to submit a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation.
Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.
Please note:
1. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:
I retain the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
I waive the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.
2. Enter the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references in the second line of your Essay response box.
3. Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box.
Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:
I will email my personal statement to GradSchool@uwosh.edu.
Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:
Your Essay response box is now complete.
International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.
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