Graduate School of Education Admissions

 Application Process for Graduate Program

Thank you for your interest in the graduate programs of the School of Education at Manhattanville College.

To apply, you will need to supply the following:

(We suggest that you print this page to use as a checklist for the application process).

  • An application - download a copy, or apply online.
    International students interested in graduate programs should also see the graduate international admissions page on the Manhattanville Office of International Student Services website.
  • Your check or money order for $40, made out to Manhattanville College.
  • Two confidential recommendation forms. They should be given to people who can comment upon your qualifications for professional study and teaching. Along with the form it is a good idea to provide your respondents with a stamped envelope addressed to us.
  • You must also make arrangements for official copies of all undergraduate and graduate school transcripts to be sent directly to us.
  • Submit a 2-3 page typewritten essay that speaks to your background, your experience in teaching, why you are pursuing a career in teaching, and your educational philosophy.
  • In addition to these, if you are:
    • an applicant for our Art Education programs, you must schedule a portfolio review with the Manhattanville Art Department, by calling (914) 323-5331.
    • an applicant for our Music Education programs, you must schedule an exam or audition with the Manhattanville Music Department, by calling (914) 323-5260 or 323-5108.
    • an applicant for our Second Language programs who is seeking certification, you must demonstrate proficiency by having a Language Proficiency Examination form completed by an expert in your language. You can download this form, request one by calling our office, or stop by to pick one up.

 

Forms that are are not interactive have been formatted so that you can print them, complete them, and return them to us by mail. The address to which all these materials should be sent is:

Manhattanville College
School of Education
Office of Graduate Admissions
2900 Purchase Street
Purchase NY 10577

Our phone number is
(914) 323-5142

For more information about our programs see our booklet Graduate Programs in Education, which also contains tuition information, department entrance requirements, policies, and procedures. You can download it, request a copy by using our online inquiry page, which will send us an e-mail notification of your request, or call us at (914) 323-5142.