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 2023
Registration Begins for Summer 2023 | October 31, 2022 |
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Memorial Day | May 29 (University Closed) |
Juneteenth Day | June 19 (University Closed) |
Summer Break: No Classes | July 3-9 |
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 20 |
Degree Conferral Date | August 19 |
Summer Break is July 2 to July 9 (1 week): This break falls within some of the summer term modules
Summer Term Modules
May 22 - August 20 | 12-week module |
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June 5 - August 6 | 8-week module |
May 22 - July 2 | First 6-week module |
July 10 - August 20 | Second 6-week module |
June 5 - July 2 | First 4-week module |
July 10 - August 6 | Second 4-week module |
August 7 - August 20 | 2-week module |
Spring 2023
Registration Begins for Spring 2023 | October 31, 2022 |
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Dr. Martin Luther King Day | January 16 (University Closed) |
First Day of Classes | January 23* |
Last Day of Drop/Add | January 27 at 5 p.m.* |
Graduation Application Deadline | March 1 for May Conferral |
Spring Break | March 6-10* |
Midterm | March 24* |
Easter Break | April 6-10 (University Closed April 7-9) |
Registration Begins for Fall 2023 | April 11 |
Last Day to Withdraw | April 14 at 5 p.m.* |
Last Day of Classes | May 15* |
Exams | May 13, 16-19* |
Exam Makeup Day | May 20* (Only in the event of University cancellation of exams) |
Commencement Ceremony | May 21 |
Degree Conferral Date | May 21 |
*Applies to regular 16-week courses
Spring Term Modules
January 16 – April 9 | First 12-week module |
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January 30 – April 23 | Second 12-week module |
February 27 – May 21 | Third 12-week module |
January 23 – March 19 | First 8-week module |
March 27 – May 21 | Second 8-week module |
January 16 – February 26 | First 6-week module |
February 27 – April 9 | Second 6-week module |
April 10 – May 21 | Third 6-week module |
January 30 – February 26 | First 4-week module |
February 27 – March 26 | Second 4-week module |
March 27 – April 23 | Third 4-week module |
April 24 – May 21 | Fourth 4-week module |
January 16 – January 29 | First 2-week module |
May 8 – May 21 | 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
Executive Director of Business Development and Graduate Enrollment
Kylie N. Daemmrich
Senior Admissions Counselor

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