Graduate & Professional Studies Admissions
Thank you for your interest in the Manhattanville College School of Graduate and Professional Studies. All of our programs are designed to help adult students achieve their educational goals as smoothly as possible while juggling personal and professional responsibilities. The personal attention you will receive from the Manhattanville staff and faculty will make the difference in your academic experience.
We are here to help you Monday through Friday from 9 am - 5 pm. We are happy to meet with you by appointment at other times. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly at any time.
Nik Kumar
Assistant Director of Admissions
School of Graduate & Professional Studies
Robin Norton
Admissions Assistant
School of Graduate & Professional Studies
914-694-3425
gps@mville.edu
Admissions Procedure
(When applying for the Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership, omit # 2 and #6.)
1. Complete the online application form. The normal application fee is waived for online application.
2. Submit a 2-3 page typewritten autobiographical essay (or attach to an email to us at GPS@mville.edu in MS Word (.DOC) format) describing your education and career experiences. The Admissions Committee uses the autobiographical essay to learn about your plans for the program and about your ability to think and write creatively and critically. This essay should be reflective in nature and respond to the following questions:
a. How and why did you decide to pursue this program?
b. How can this program further your personal and/or professional goals?
c. What special abilities, personal qualities and life experiences do you bring to this program?
3. Submit a resume which reflects your business and educational experience.
4. Arrange to have official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work forwarded directly from the institution(s) to this office. Student copies are not acceptable.
5. Submit proof of immunization against measles and rubella in compliance with New York State regulations. This request applies to all students born after January 1, 1957.
6. Special Requirements:
a. M.S. Degree Applicants: Submit two letters of recommendation from employers or educators who can attest to your potential for graduate-level course work.
b. M.A. in Writing Applicants: Submit a 10-12 page sample of your writing. This must include at least five pages of prose. Also submit two letters of recommendation.
c. Accelerated Bachelor of Science students may submit two letters of recommendation to present a stronger application. However, it is not required.
7. Send materials to the following address. Applications will be considered upon receipt of all materials.
Admissions
School of Graduate & Professional Studies
Manhattanville College
Reid Castle, Room 224
2900 Purchase Street
Purchase, NY 10577
8. Arrange for an interview with Admissions by calling (914) 694-3425.