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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:

  • Hold at least a baccalaureate or master’s degree (depending on the program of interest) from a regionally accredited college/university in the U.S. or equivalent from a foreign institution
  • 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

Writing Sample

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

Writing Sample

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

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:

  • At least a bachelor degree from a regionally accredited college/university in U.S. or equivalent 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

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. 

At least a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university in U.S. or equivalent 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.

  • Completed application form and application fee
  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or an appropriately certified 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
  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or an appropriately certified 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 regionally accredited colleges or universities
  • 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
  • GPA minimum is not required

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:

  • Possess a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or an appropriately certified 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 and letters of recommendation must be mailed directly to:

Chaminade University
Office of Admissions
Attn: Graduate Programs
3140 Waialae Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816

Essay responses, letter of intent, and article reflection essay may be emailed to [email protected].

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