Graduate Admission Requirements

You know what direction you want to take, but now you’re looking for the school that fits your academic journey and schedule. We can help! To make the application experience seamless and to ensure your application receives the time and attention it deserves, be sure to meet the following requirements. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Minimum General Admissions Requirements

Prospective graduate students must meet the following minimum requirements:

Applicants must hold at least a bachelor’s or master’s degree, depending on the program of interest, from a U.S. institution institutionally accredited by one of the following U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agencies: Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), and, where applicable to bachelor’s-granting institutions, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC). Degrees from institutions accredited by other U.S. Department of Education-recognized institutional accreditors may be considered only through an exception review process.
Be proficient in English
Submit application and application fee*
Submit official transcripts

*Application fee may be paid online via credit or debit card, or submit a check made out to Chaminade University

Official Transcripts

Students must demonstrate completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university by submitting official transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Option 1: Request that the transcript is sent directly to Chaminade University from the institution
Option 2: Submit official student copy to Chaminade University in a sealed envelope from the institution
Option 3: Institutions that utilize secured electronic transcript services, such as eScrip-Safe, may email the transcript access information to [email protected]

Chaminade University transcripts will be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the Records Office.

International Students

Please visit International Students page for more information.

Additional Program Requirements

Current professional resume
Two (2) references

Writing Sample

Topic: “Why do you want to pursue a master’s program at this point in your life?”
Word Count: 200–300 words

Answer the following essay questions (each response should be between 250–500 words).

Describe how your work experience has prepared you for future graduate study in the MBA program.
Describe in detail the long-range career goals you have at this time relative to the MBA program.

MBA students are expected to:

Be computer literate
Have graduate-level writing skills
Have college-algebra level math skills

Typically, students should also have:

An undergraduate G.P.A. above 3.0
Minimum of two years of relevant full-time work experience

Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) scores, letters of reference and interviews are not standard requirements for the MBA program, but applicants may include this information along with the required application materials to augment their application. Applicants who do not meet the minimum admission standards may be asked, at the discretion of the MBA Program, to supply additional application materials such as GMAT scores and letters of recommendation.

A well qualified Professional MBA candidate will possess:

Hold at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S., or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution
English proficiency
A 3.0 or higher GPA in undergraduate coursework
3 years of professional experience
Foundational skills in economics and finance, or enroll in self-paced online courses
GMAT or GRE are not required

Current professional resume
Two (2) references

Letter of Intent
Topic: “Why do you want an MPT degree and how do you plan to use it?”

Article Reflection Essay
Read the article Eating with Honor: The Corinthian Lord’s Supper in Light of Voluntary Association Meal Practices. The article can be found on the online application linked in the Admission Requirements section.

Explain why Paul deplored the honor of shame code of the Corinthian cultural environment in relation to Eucharist.
According to Rachel McRae, how does Paul reconfigure the behaviors of the Mediterranean world for the followers of Christ as the Lord’s Supper?

Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation forms will be sent to you by our Graduate Admissions Counselor after your MPT application has been submitted. To submit a letter of recommendation:

Option 1: Recommender may send the recommendation letter directly to the Office of Admissions
Option 2: Applicant may submit a recommendation letter to the Office of Admissions in a sealed envelope with the recommender’s signature across the seal

Interview
Upon receipt of the completed graduate application file, all applicants will participate in a formal interview with a member of the MSCP faculty. If deemed necessary, a second interview with the Program Director and/or another MSCP faculty member may be required. If the completed graduate application file is not received in a timely manner, this will delay the interview process, thus delaying the applicant’s possible entry into the program.

Hold at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S., or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution

Current professional resume

Three (3) references

GRE is not required

Interview
Upon receipt of the completed graduate application file, all applicants will participate in a formal interview with a member of the MS-MFT faculty. If deemed necessary, a second interview with the Program Director and/or another MS-MFT faculty member may be required. If the completed graduate application file is not received in a timely manner, this will delay the interview process, thus delaying the applicant’s possible entry into the program.

Earned BSN from an accredited ACEN or CCNE School of Nursing
RN license is required by end of the first DNP term.
Professional Resume/CV
College Transcripts
Two letters of professional recommendation
Personal Statement: Why do you want to pursue your DNP?
Interview via web/zoom or in-person
The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required
2.75 Minimum GPA

Current resume or CV
Personal statement – Submit 2-3 double-spaced page essay that addresses the following questions:

How long have you been writing seriously?
What is your previous study in writing and literature?
Do you have additional experience relevant to your application?
Are you prepared to use direct criticism of your work?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of your writing?
Are there any challenges that may prevent you from devoting 25 hours per week to study or corresponding regularly with your faculty advisor?

Manuscript/writing sample – Provide 10 pages of poetry or 20-25 pages of fiction or creative nonfiction. (Applicants may submit one or more genres of writing.) Each manuscript should be typewritten, single sided, double spaced (except for poetry), and numbered in MLA format
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Applicants without a 3.0 GPA should provide a brief (one page) explanation that addresses GPAs of 2.9 or lower. Please contact the MFA Program Director with questions.

Completed application form and application fee
Hold at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S., or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Current professional resume
Personal statement
Two (2) letters of recommendation
Application interview
International candidates from countries where English is not the native language must meet TOEFL requirements

Completed application form and application fee
Hold at least a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S., or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Current professional resume
Personal statement
Two (2) letters of recommendation
Application interview
International candidates from countries where English is not the native language must meet TOEFL requirements

Possess a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or in a clinical or counseling related field (e.g. mental health, social work, school counseling, etc.)
Actively working towards or have achieved your Licensure in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and are clinically active
Completed program application and application fee
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Current professional resume
Personal statement
Academic writing sample
Two (2) letters of recommendation
Admissions interview
Proof of clinical activity

Complete Ed.D. application
Official bachelor and master program transcripts from accredited colleges or universities in the U.S., or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution
Transcripts from graduate-level institutions must have a 3.0 or better grade point average
Current professional resume/curriculum vitae
Personal essay
Three (3) References
Two (2) writing and/or written research samples
Interview
nternational applicants whose native language is not English must submit proof of English proficiency.

Earned BSN from an accredited ACEN or CCNE School of Nursing
RN licensed is required by end of the first DNP term.
Professional Resume/CV
College Transcripts
Two letters of professional recommendation
Personal Statement: Why do you want to pursue your DNP?
Interview via web/zoom or in-person
The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required
2.75 Minimum GPA

Those interested in applying for the Hawai‘i School of Professional Psychology at Chaminade University of Honolulu should contact the Admission Department for specific instructions. Admissions requirements are:

Hold at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S., or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution
Possess an undergraduate degree grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) or a graduate grade point average of 3.25 (on a scale of 4.0)
Complete the program application (via online form)
Submit a personal/professional goal statement with a self-appraisal of qualifications for the profession
Submit a current résumé (or career summary)
Submit 3 applicant recommendation letters
Submit official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended

Complete an in-person (or web-based) interview with members of the faculty

Submitting Documents

Official transcripts, test scores, letters of recommendation, essays, and other required documents may be submitted electronically or by mail as follows:

Electronic submission:

Official transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to [email protected] or through approved services, including Parchment and National Student Clearinghouse.
Test scores, letters of recommendation, essays, and other required documents can also be uploaded through the application portal once your application has been submitted.

Mail submission (if preferred):
Chaminade University
Office of Admissions
Attn: Graduate Programs
3140 Waialae Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816