Admission Requirements
M.A. Inclusive Education
To qualify for admission to graduate studies at Cardinal Stritch University, you must have:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- A grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (probationary acceptance may be granted).
- Applicants educated outside of the U.S. must follow academic admission procedures relating to English ability and credential evaluation described on
the International Admissions webpage.
To gain admission to the Master of Arts (M.A.) in Inclusive Education program, you must also provide:
- Passing scores on the Praxis I: Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST).
- Two attitude and disposition questionnaires from professionals who have served in a supervisory capacity and can attest to your likelihood for success in the program.
- A personal essay, not more than two pages in length, outlining your reasons for seeking teacher certification, life experiences that may have affected this career choice, and the level of commitment you are willing to make to a master's degree program.
Please note that those interested in this program should choose either the MA Special Education (initial certification) or MA Teaching - Elementary/Middle option on the online application for admission. Students have until the end of their first semester of coursework to decide whether to continue in that program or switch to the M.A. in Inclusive Education to earn both certifications.