Online Graduate Degree Admission
Education Specialist in Administration and Leadership
To be eligible for admission to this program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Master's degree from an accredited program in education administration
- Certification as a school principal
- Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA in all previous graduate work
- Three years' classroom teaching experience
To be considered for admission to this program, applicants should submit the following credentials:
- Completed application form (either online or through the mail)
- $40 application fee (nonrefundable)
- Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all colleges attended, sent directly to the School of Graduate Studies
- Three letters of recommendation (PDF form), at least one from an immediate supervisor
- Current curriculum vitae showing information about relevant professional experiences
- A copy of professional certification as an educator
- A copy of professional certification as a school administrator
- Personal statement of 250-300 words (see description)
Education Specialist in Literacy
To be eligible for admission to this program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Master's degree from an accredited institution
- Certification as a teacher
- Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA in all previous graduate work
- NTE/PRAXIS II OR THE EQUIVALENT
- Three years' successful full-time classroom teaching experience
To be considered for admission to this program, applicants should submit the following credentials:
- Completed application (either online or through the mail)
- $40 application fee (nonrefundable)
- Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all colleges attended, sent directly to the School of Graduate Studies
- NTE/PRAXIS II OR THE EQUIVALENT
- Three letters of recommendation (PDF form)
- A copy of professional certification as an educator
- Personal statement of 250-300 words (see description)
Description of personal statement
The personal statement should be a reflection on how your goals as an educator tie in with the Converse concept of the Ideal Educator. This concept is derived from Converse's Founder's Ideal, in which Dexter Edgar Converse said that his desire was that Converse students “may be enabled to see clearly, act wisely, and to act justly.” How do you see your Converse graduate program helping you “to see clearly, decide wisely, and to act justly?” Your personal statement should be approximately one page (250–300 words). In keeping with the Honor Tradition at Converse, your essay must be entirely your own work. Organize your essay clearly, proofread, and spell-check your essay carefully. Be as specific as you can as you reflect on how Converse can help you become the Ideal Educator.
Contact Admissions Office
Contact us by phone or e-mail, and a counselor will assist you with the admission process for becoming a student at Converse College.
Phone: (864) 596-9220
