Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution and maintained an overall GPA of 2.75 on a 4.00 scale. If the grade point average upon admission is below 2.75, or if a grade point average is not available, a student may be admitted with provisional status.

Applicants must submit:

1. A completed application form with the nonrefundable application fee.
2. An official transcript issued to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota from all colleges and universities attended, including the institution posting the applicant’s completed bachelor’s degree.
3. A personal statement which includes the following:
   • a brief description of the applicant’s background, training and | experience;
   • a statement indicating the career goals of the applicant and his or her reasons for seeking admission to this program;
   • a description of the areas which the applicant considers to be his or her strengths and areas in which the applicant wishes to develop greater strengths and abilities; and
   • personal information the applicant wishes to share.
4. Three letters of reference that verify professional and/or volunteer experience and academic ability.
5. A current résumé listing educational background and work experience.

All applicants must also complete an interview with the program staff. Application materials should be sent to the attention of the Office of Admission on the Twin Cities campus.