Requirements for Initial Admission

The M.Ed. Program for Early Childhood Education encourages you to apply early.

New students start classes each fall; the next entry point will be fall semester 2013.

To be considered for initial admission to Reinhardt University and the M.Ed. program, applicants must submit the documents listed below.  The documents, or the forms that should accompany the submission, as well as an Initial Admissions Checklist, are included in the M.Ed. Admissions Packet:

When your M.Ed. application and all documentation are received, the M.Ed. Admissions Committee will evaluate your application. 

• PSOE M.Ed. Application For Admission

Print, complete, and submit an Application for Admission. Submit the $25 application fee. (Two-page form is in the admissions packet.)

• Bachelor's Degree Transcript

Submit an official transcript that documents a baccalaureate education degree from an accredited institution with an undergraduate cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale). 

• PSOE Candidate Professional Résumé

Submit résumé to provide documentation of education, teaching experience, volunteer and service accomplishments, and a record of leadership activities (must reflect ONE year of current full-time classroom experience).  (Form is in the admissions packet.)

• PSOE M.Ed. Administrative Recommendation Form

Submit recommendation form from your current principal. (Two-page form is in the admissions packet.)

• PSOE Autobiographical Statement

Submit statement to provide documentation of your professional strengths, abilities, experiences, and career goals. (Form is in the admissions packet.)

• Copy of a GA Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood or Elementary Education, P-5.

Submit proof of certification in Early Childhood or Elementary Education.

• PSOE Letter of Commitment

Submit a letter as a commitment to enter and complete the program within the two-year, fall to spring period (must be employed as a P-5 classroom teacher or paraprofessional for the duration of the program). (Form is in the admissions packet.)

• Reinhardt University Registration Form

Submit signed registration form to officially register for M.Ed. classes. (Form is in the admissions packet.)

For Fall Semester 2013, send all M.Ed. program admission requirement documentation to:

M.Ed. Program Admissions
Office of Graduate Studies Reinhardt University
7300 Reinhardt Circle
Waleska, GA 30183-2981

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