Graduate Student Admissions
Focused on your success
You can earn a master’s degree, doctoral degree or complete licensure coursework while maintaining your career. Courses offer flexible formats to support recent graduates and working adults equally. Our graduate core offers students the opportunity to interact with students from other programs, providing a broad learning experience.
Learn more about our programs online or contact our professional graduate admissions staff.
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#4 online program in the nation
On March 7, 2022, OnlineMastersDegrees.org released its annual rankings of Best Online Master’s Programs in Educational Leadership. Cardinal Stritch University is proud to be ranked as the #4 school in the nation for this program. Stritch was the top college in Wisconsin for this award.

Dr. Berdie Cowser, '07, '18
Doctorate in Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Service
I came to Stritch for my MBA because, while being a full-time student as well as a parent, I needed the flexibility to raise my children and work every day. The program felt right, and I loved it so much I came back for my Ph.D.
Graduate Admissions Information
Veterans and active duty military
In appreciation of your service
We also offer the Stritch Military Grant. It is awarded to full-time undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students who are in active military duty, veteran(s) or have proof of an honorable discharge, and to students who are married to an individual currently deployed. Eligible students can receive up to a 25% tuition reduction.
Learn more about our Veteran Services here.
Discover Stritch online
Available Online Programs
- Business Administration
- Business Administration: Associate Degree
- RN to BSN
- Respiratory Therapy Completion
- M.S. in Educational Leadership
- M.S. in High Education Student Affairs Leadership
- M.S. in Sport and Recreation Business
- Doctorate in Language and Literacy
- Doctorate in Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Service
- Doctorate in Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Service in Higher Education
- Doctorate in Special Education
Getting started
Learn how to get started with FASFA
Who should file a FAFSA?
All U.S. citizens and permanent residents seeking to earn an undergraduate or graduate degree are eligible to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The Office of Financial Aid will rely on this information to locate grants, loans, and need-based scholarships to help you fund your education. International students should not file the FAFSA.
Should I submit an admissions application first?
Yes. New students should submit an application for admission before starting the financial aid process. This helps our counselors locate additional scholarships and grants based on your academic performance, affiliations, and financial need. Apply online: www.stritch.edu/apply
Summer 2022
First Day of Summer Term | May 16 |
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Memorial Day | May 30 (University Closed) |
Juneteenth Day | June 20 (University Closed) |
Independence Day Break | July 4 (University Closed) |
Last Day to Withdraw | Prior to the 2/3 point of class |
Graduation Application Deadline | August 15 for August Degree Conferral |
Last Day of Summer Term | August 14 |
Degree Conferral Date | August 19 |
Summer Break is June 27 to July 3 (1 week): This break falls within some of the summer term modules
Summer Term Modules
May 16 - August 14 | 12-week module |
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May 30 - July 31 | 8-week module |
May 16 - June 26 | First 6-week module |
July 4 - August 14 | Second 6-week module |
May 30 - June 26 | First 4-week module |
July 4 - July 31 | Second 4-week module |
August 1 - August 14 | 2-week module |
Spring 2022
Registration Begins for Spring 2022 | November 1 |
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Dr. Martin Luther King Day | January 17 (University Closed) |
First Day of Classes | January 18* |
Last Day of Drop/Add | January 21 at 5 p.m.* |
Graduation Application Deadline | March 1 for May Conferral |
Spring Break | March 7-13* |
Midterm | March 18* |
Last Day to Withdraw | April 1 at 5 p.m.* |
Registration Begins for Fall 2022 | April 4 |
Easter Break | April 14-18 (University Closed April 14-18) |
Last Day of Classes | May 9* |
Exams | May 7, 10-13 |
Exam Makeup Day | May 14* (Only in the event of University cancellation of exams) |
Commencement Ceremony | May 15 |
Degree Conferral Date | May 15 |
*Applies to regular 16-week courses
Spring Term Modules
January 10 – April 3 | First 12-week module |
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January 24 – April 17 | Second 12-week module |
February 21 – May 15 | Third 12-week module |
January 17 – March 13 | First 8-week module |
March 21 – May 15 | Second 8-week module |
January 10 – February 20 | First 6-week module |
February 21 – April 3 | Second 6-week module |
April 4 – May 15 | Third 6-week module |
January 24 – February 20 | First 4-week module |
February 21 – March 20 | Second 4-week module |
March 21 – April 17 | Third 4-week module |
April 18 – May 15 | Fourth 4-week module |
January 10 – January 23 | First 2-week module |
May 2 – May 15 | Second 2-week module |
Meet your admissions counselors
Kirsten Brown
Associate Director of Graduate Admissions|Director of Recruitment for the Kellner College of Education, Literacy, and Leadership

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Susan D. Slonac
Senior Director of Adult, Graduate & Professional Studies Admissions

Nicole M. Horvath
Assistant Director of Admissions for Adult and Professional Studies
