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  • Audiology - Au.D.

    Available Tracks

    • Traditional entry
    • Advanced standing

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    February 1

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • 3.25 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • GRE
      • Including analytical writing

      • Must be sent to CSDCAS using institution code: 3972

    Additional Requirements

    • Traditional Entry
      • Cumulative GPA of 3.25 on 4.0 scale (for the last two years of undergraduate)
      • At least 8 credits in lab sciences
      • At least 6 credits in college-level mathematics of which at least 3 credits must be in statistics
      • At least 6 credits in behavioral and/or social sciences
      • Interview
      • Curriculum Vitae
    • Advanced Standing
      • In addition to above, GPA of 3.25 on 4.0 scale (for graduate audiology courses)
      • Successful completion of a master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from a program accredited by the ASHA and Council of Academic Accreditation in Audiology and La-Language Pathology
      • Evidence of audiology-related employment and continuing education since matriculation, including statement of scope of practice, areas of expertise, and perceived areas of weakness
      • Applicants must meet certification standards as specified by ASHA and must be current holders of CCC-A
  • Biomedical Sciences - Ph.D.

    Available Concentrations






    • Pharmaceutical Science
    • Cardiovascular Sciences
    • Cellular, Molecular, & Chemical Biology
    • Immunology, Inflammation and Infectious Diseases
    • Neuroscience

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Completed applications are reviewed as they are received for consideration for admission. We encourage applicants to complete their applications as early as possible
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator 


    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus (including VA campus)

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester preferred deadline Final Deadline Domestic Applicants final deadline International applicants

    Fall

    Feb 1

    August 1

    April 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application
      •  Please include references from individuals who are able to describe your research abilities and/or academic preparedness for graduate school

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • Please include discussion of the following in your personal statement (maximum 1000 words):


    • Prior research experience(s)-describe research conducted and your role on the project

    • Research interests at ETSU

    • Career goals

     

    Additional Requirements

    • May require an interview
    • Curriculum Vitae
  • Early Childhood Education - Ph.D.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinators


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online)

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

    Recommendations

    • 4 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • GRE (50th percentile or higher for verbal and quantitative sections preferred)

    Personal Statement

    • A statement that includes career and educational goals, professional experience, and area of interest for the dissertation.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Master's degree in Early Childhood or related field from an accredited University
    • Interview as warranted
  • Educational Leadership - Ed.D.

    Available Concentrations

    • Administrative Endorsement
    • Higher Education Leadership
    • School System Leadership

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinators

     


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online) ( Administrative Endorsement)
    • Online ( Higher Education Leadership and School System Leadership)

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Concentration Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Administrative Endorsement

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1
     

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

     

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

    Higher Education Leadership

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    School System Leadership

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

     

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

     

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

    Recommendations

    • 4 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Teaching Certificate (for Administrative Endorsement only)
  • Educational Leadership - Ed.S.

    Available Concentrations

    • Administrative Endorsement
    • School System Leadership

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinators

     


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

     

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

    Recommendations

    • 4 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Teaching Certificate (for Admin Endorsement only)
  • Global Sport Leadership - Ed.D.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    June 1

    June 1

    *Note: Please submit your application prior to the deadline as cohorts fill quickly.

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    *Note: 2 recommendations should be from academic sources and 1 from the current employer

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement describing how this program can advance your career

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Master’s degree in sport or related discipline with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    • At least 3 years of professional experience in professional, collegiate, or high school athletics. Exceptional applicants with less experience may be considered based upon strengths of prior academic performance, the personal essay, and the letter of support from the current employer.
  • Nursing - D.N.P.

    Available Concentrations

    • Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
    • Nursing and Healthcare Leadership
    • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

    Information

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinators


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online)

    *Note: All concentrations in this program offer fully online coursework but require an on campus intensive session each semester. Dates of intensive sessions can be found in the individual program information.

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

     

    Track Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    BSN - DNP

    Fall

    June 1

    May 1

    MSN - DNP

    Summer

    March 1

    February 1

    Requirements

    NursingCAS

    • All applicants must complete an application using centralized application service for graduate nursing programs (NursingCAS)

    Transcripts

    • Official transcripts must be submitted through NursingCAS

    Recommendations

    • 3 Professional recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Personal Statement

    • All applicants will be required to complete a personal statement with the application addressing why you want to go to graduate school and why this program would be a good fit with your career goals.The personal statement must also address the following questions: Whatcurrent trend(s) in healthcare do you find the most concerning orcompelling? What in your education and/or professional practice hasprepared you to address the identified trend(s)? How do you think you willbe able to impact the trend(s) you identified, in your new role when youhave completed your graduate study? Use at least two scholarly referencesand write the essay in American Psychological Association (APA) format.The writing must be your own work.

    Additional Requirements

    • At least 2 years of full-time work experience (or equivalent) in nursing as a registered nurse
    • At least 1 year of experience in nursing administration for Executive Leadership concentration
    • Certification (for MSN to DNP applicants) in the selected nursing specialty for the concentration
    • Current unencumbered license in the United States as a registered nurse and eligibility for licensure in Tennessee or equivalency for international students
    • Interview
    • Resume or vita

    *Note: Review specific admission requirements for each concentration in the Graduate Catalog

  • Nursing - D.N.P. ETSU-TTU

    Available Concentrations

    • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse
    • Nursing & Healthcare Leadership
    • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
    • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
    • Women's Health Care Nurse

    Information

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online)

    *Note: This program offers fully online coursework but requires an on campus intensive session each semester. Dates of intensive sessions can be found in the individual program information.

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Track Starting Semester Domestic Deadline International Deadline

    BSN - DNP

    Fall

    Priority: May 1
    Final: June 1

    Final: May 1

    MSN - DNP

    Summer

    Priority: February 1
    Final: March 1

    Priority: February 1
    Final: March 1

    Requirements

    NursingCAS

    • All applicants must complete an application using centralized application service for graduate nursing programs (NursingCAS)

    Transcripts

    • Official transcripts must be submitted through NursingCAS.

    Recommendations

    • 3 Professional recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Personal Statement

    • All applicants will be required to complete a personal statement with the application addressing why you want to go to graduate school and why this program would be a good fit with your career goals.The personal statement must also address the following questions: Whatcurrent trend(s) in healthcare do you find the most concerning orcompelling? What in your education and/or professional practice hasprepared you to address the identified trend(s)? How do you think you willbe able to impact the trend(s) you identified, in your new role when youhave completed your graduate study? Use at least two scholarly referencesand write the essay in American Psychological Association (APA) format.The writing must be your own work.

    Additional Requirements

    • At least 2 years of full-time work experience (or equivalent) in nursing as a registered nurse
    • At least 1 year of experience in nursing administration for Executive Leadership concentration
    • Certification (for MSN to DNP applicants) in the selected nursing specialty for the concentration
    • Current unencumbered license in the United States as a registered nurse and eligibility for licensure in Tennessee or equivalency for international students
    • Interview
    • Resume or vita

    *Note: Review specific admission requirements for each concentration in the Graduate Catalog

  • Nursing - Ph.D.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online)

    *Note: This program offers fully online coursework but requires an on campus intensive session each semester. Dates of intensive sessions can be found in the individual program information.

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

     

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    June 1

    May 1

    Requirements

    NursingCAS

    • All applicants must complete an application using centralized application service for graduate nursing programs (NursingCAS)

    Transcripts

    • Official transcripts must be submitted through NursingCAS.

    Recommendations

    • 3 letters of recommendation as follows:
      • 1 from the applicant’s current (or most recent) supervisor
      • 1 from a faculty member who worked directly with the applicant during previous graduate student
      • 1 from an individual selected by the applicant

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Either a BSN from a nationally accredited nursing program and a non-nursing master's degree (longer program of study may be required)
      OR
      MSN from a nationally-accredited nursing program or master’s degree in a related discipline with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
      OR
      Exceptional candidates with a BSN may be considered for admission but will have a longer program of study and will earn an MSN en route to the PhD
    • Unencumbered licensure in the United States as a registered nurse and eligibility for licensure in Tennessee or a compact state (or equivalency for international applicants)
    • At least 2 years of full-time work experience (or equivalent) in nursing as a registered nurse
    • Interview
    • Writing Sample on a selected topic at time of interview
    • Cover letter expressing applicants’ personal goals for doctoral study (unless clearly articulated in the personal statement)
    • Resume or curriculum vitae
  • Occupational Therapy - O.T.D.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • All applicants must complete an application using the centralized application service for Occupational Therapy (OTCAS). This application opens July 26th and closes October 1st.  All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program.
    • Only applicants invited for an interview need to complete and submit an ETSU graduate school application. 

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • On ground

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

     

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Summer

    Feb 1

    Feb 1

    OTCAS

    October 1

    October 1

    Requirements

    OTCAS

    • All applicants must complete an application using the centralized application service for Occupational Therapy (OTCAS). This application opens July 26th and closes October 1st.  All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.  Only applicants invited for an interview need to complete and submit an ETSU graduate school application. 

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations (at least one from a license occupational therapist).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.8 (on a 4.0 scale)
      International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here 
      Prerequisites must be completed within ten years of submitting an application.  No grade in a prerequisite course may be less than a “C” (2.0 on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    •  Statistics or Research Methods (3 credits)
    • General Biology with labs (8 credits) or Biology for non-majors with labs (8 credits)
    • General Physics with lab (4 credits)
    • Anatomy and Physiology (8 credits)
    • Introduction to Sociology or Anthropology (3 credits)
    • Psychology (9 credits) (including Introduction, Developmental, and Abnormal)
    • Medical Terminology (1-3 credits)
    • Observation/clinical experience hours: There is no specific number of clinical hours required; however, each applicant is expected to have thoroughly investigated the scope and profession of occupational therapy.  Applicants’ understanding of the profession will be considered in their interview. 
  • Physical Therapy - D.P.T.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission after the deadline.
    • Applicants must submit two applications: one through PTCAS and one through the ETSU Graduate School. Both must be completed, including all supporting documents, by the published deadline.
    • Learn more about our Physical Therapy program in a video on our TouTube channel.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus (including Mountain Home)

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Spring

    March 1st

    March 1st

    *Note: Applicants must submit two applications: one through PTCAS and one through the ETSU Graduate School. Both must be completed, including having all supporting documents, by the published deadline. Applications received by October 1st will be considered for early decision.

    Requirements 

    Transcripts

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations with at least one from a licensed physical therapist

    GPA

    • A 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in prerequisite courses
    • Domestic applicants: 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • GRE

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Applicants must apply to both PTCAS and the ETSU Graduate School by the deadline
    • Interview
    • Completion of all prerequisite courses; no grade in a prerequisite course may be less than a C
    • Prerequisite courses include:
      • 3 credits Statistics
      • 8 credits General Biology with Lab
      • 8 credits General Chemistry with Lab
      • 8 credits General Physics with Lab
      • 3-4 credits Human Anatomy
      • 4 credits Human Physiology with lab
      • 3-4 credits Exercise Physiology
      • 6 credits Psychology

    *Note: Please review the Graduate Catalog for full details of all coursework and other requirements

  • Psychology - Ph.D.

    Available Concentrations

    • Clinical Psychology
    • Experimental Psychology

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.
    • Complete applications are for the Clinical concentration are reviewed after the deadline. First-round offers of admission will be extended in writing by April 1st.
    • Complete applications for the Experimental concentration are reviewed as they are received. First-round offers of admission will be extended in writing by April 1st.

    Coordinators



    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Concentration Starting Semester Full Consideration Date ETSU Application Deadline (Domestic) ETSU Application Deadline (International)

    Clinical Psychology

    Fall

    		  

    December1

    May 1

    Experimental Psychology

    Fall

    December 1

    August 1

    May 1

    Requirements

     Transcripts

    • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA


    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Additional Requirements

    • Curriculum Vitae
    • Minimum of 18 credits in undergraduate psychology, including courses in statistics and experimental design for both concentrations. For clinical psychology coursework in personality, history and systems, and abnormal psychology is required. Applicants lacking some of these courses but who have an exceptional undergraduate record may be granted admission but will be expected to remove all undergraduate deficiencies within the first year in the program.
    • Interview (as warranted)
  • Public Health - Dr.P.H.

    Available Concentrations

    • Community Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Health Management and Policy

    Information

    • Program Website
    • SOPHAS deadlines are typically two months before the Graduate School deadline. Visit SOPHAS for your prospective semester deadline.
    • DrPH candidates must first apply through SOPHAS. The Department only reviews candidates with a submitted and complete SOPHAS application.
    • The Department reviews complete applications as they are received. 
      If recommended for admission by the Department, you will receive instructions to complete the Graduate School supplemental application.
    • There are separate deadlines for each application. Both must be completed, including all supporting documents, by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    SOPHAS Application Specialist


    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    *Note: SOPHAS deadlines are before the Graduate School deadline. Visit SOPHAS for your prospective deadline.

    The deadlines below are for completing the supplemental Graduate School application and pertain to those applicants recommended for admission by the Department.

    Applicants must first apply through SOPHAS before the SOPHAS published deadline. Once the Department recommends a candidate, they are provided with instructions for completing the supplemental Graduate School application.

    Graduate School applications will only be processed once a complete SOPHAS application is submitted and a Departmental recommendation for admission is issued.  

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • GRE (Optional)

    Personal Statement

    • A statement that includes career and educational goals, professional experience, and prospective areas of interest for the dissertation

    Additional Requirements

    • Cover letter
    • SOPHAS application (separate)
  • Sport Physiology and Performance - Ph.D.

    Available Concentrations

    • Sport Performance
    • Sport Physiology

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    *Note: Applications are reviewed as they are received. When the cohort is full, we will close the application for the current year and open one for the following year. Applying in advance of the deadline is recommended.

     

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    June 1

    May 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

    Recommendations

    • 4 recommendations (with at least two from former college professors) to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • 3.4 overall GPA for applicants with a Master’s degree or 3.0 overall for applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • GRE

    Personal Statement

    • A statement explaining career and educational goals and general area of interest for the dissertation.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume or Vita
    • Master’s degree (thesis preferred) or Bachelor’s degree (strong research component) in biology, Exercise Science, or related discipline from an accredited university. A background in Statistics, General Chemistry, General Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology. (Students admitted with a B.S. will need to meet all doctoral requirements, including prerequisites and equivalencies; therefore, these students will exceed the 72 credits required for the degree and can expect a longer program of study.)
    • Interview (in-person or via phone)