Admission Requirements for Graduate Programs

Code	Program and Degree	Fall Application Processing Priority Deadline	Spring Application Processing Priority Deadline	Examinations	Supporting Documents for Matriculation	TOEFL paper, computer, internet
ART DEPARTMENT
300	Digital Art M.F.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Complete additional Art Department application found online at http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/art/frames/howtoapply.html. Submit interactive work on CD-ROM and Video/Animation on VHS or DVD to Art Department.	500, 173, 61
301	Drawing and Painting M.F.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Complete additional Art Department application found online at http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/art/frames/howtoapply.html. Include Slide. Submit portfolio of artwork relevant to intended area of concentration to Art Department.	500, 173, 61
302	Printmaking M.F.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Complete additional Art Department application found online at http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/art/frames/howtoapply.html. Include Slide. Submit portfolio of artwork relevant to intended area of concentration to Art Department.	500, 173, 61
303	Sculpture M.F.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Complete additional Art Department application found online at http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/art/frames/howtoapply.html. Include Slide. Submit portfolio of artwork relevant to intended area of concentration to Art Department.	500, 173, 61
304	Photography M.F.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Complete additional Art Department application found online at http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/art/frames/howtoapply.html. Include Slide. Submit portfolio of artwork relevant to intended area of concentration to Art Department.	500, 173, 61
306	Art History M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	500, 173, 61
BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
308	Biology M.A.	July 31st	December 18th	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. Interview may be required.	500, 173, 61
CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
312	Chemistry M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	500, 173, 61
COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
318	Computer Science M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation.	525, 195, 70
320	Information Systems M.S.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation.	525, 195, 70
341	Parallel and Distributed Computing Advanced Certificate	August 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation.	525, 195, 70
CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC DEPARTMENT
345	Music - Musicology M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. All applicants are given placement examinations. Submit two (2) papers on historical or analytical subjects to Music Department.	550, 213, 79
349	Music Performance M.Mus.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. All applicants are given placement examinations. Audition on campus or submit tape if out of town to the Music Department.	550, 213, 79
350	Composition M.Mus.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. All applicants are given placement examinations. Submit complete compositions to deputy director, Conservatory of Music.	550, 213, 79
351	Music - Performance Practice M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. All applicants are given placement examinations. Audition and submit paper on a historical or analytical topic to the Music Department.	550, 213, 79
ECONOMICS DEPARTMENT
328	Economics M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	550, 213, 79
333	Accounting M.S.	March 1st	November 1st	GMAT	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and GMAT scores.	550, 213, 79
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
324	Creative Writing - Fiction M.F.A.	January 15th	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. Please submit manuscript of original work to program adviser, English Department.	650, 280, 114
325	Creative Writing - Playwriting M.F.A.	January 15th	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. Please submit manuscript of original work to program adviser, English Department.	650, 280, 114
327	Creative Writing - Poetry M.F.A.	January 15th	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. Please submit manuscript of original work to program adviser, English Department.	650, 280, 114
332	English M.A.	March 1st	November 15th	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. Submit a critical writing sample (10 pages), and statement of academic purpose (2 pages) to the Graduate Deputy, English Department.	650, 280, 114
GEOLOGY DEPARTMENT
336	Geology M.A.	August 20th	January 15th	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation.	550, 213, 79
HEALTH AND NUTRITION SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
307	Community Health - Health Care Management M.P.H.	March 1st	November 1st	GRE	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit GRE results and essay on academic interests and goals with application.	500, 173, 61
309	Community Health - Health Care Policy and Administration M.P.H.	March 1st	November 1st	GRE	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit GRE results and essay on academic interests and goals with application.	500, 173, 61
315	Community Health - Thanatology M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit essay on academic interests and goals with application.	500, 173, 61
321	Community Health - Community Health Education M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit essay on academic interests and goals with application.	500, 173, 61
323	Community Health - Public Health (MPH) M.P.H.	March 1st	November 1st	GRE	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit GRE results and essay on academic interests and goals with application.	500, 173, 61
354	Nutrition M.S.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit essay on academic interests and goals with application.	500, 173, 61
392	Grief Counseling Advanced Certificate	March 1st	November 1st	none	Submit to the Office of Admissions an official bachelor's degree transcript and a personal statement describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program and future goals. A master's degree is not required for this program.	500, 173, 61
HISTORY DEPARTMENT
342	History M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	650, 280, 114
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES DEPARTMENT
357	Performance & Interactive Media Arts Advanced Certificate	February 15th	Contact the Department	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree and two letters of recommendation. Submit resume and portfolio to program advisor, room 304 Whitehead. The Interactive Arts application and admission cycle has several stages. For more information and the additional application please visit http://www.interactivearts.org/admission.html.	500, 173, 61
359	Performance & Interactive Media Arts (PIMA) M.F.A.	February 15th	Contact the Department	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree and two letters of recommendation. Submit resume and portfolio to program advisor, room 304 Whitehead. The Interactive Arts application and admission cycle has several stages. For more information and the additional application please visit http://www.interactivearts.org/admission.html.	500, 173, 61
JUDAIC STUDIES DEPARTMENT
344	Judaic Studies M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, a personal statement and a writing sample.	525, 195, 70
LIBERAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT
346	Liberal Studies (M.A.L.S.) M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit essay on academic interests and goals with application.	650, 280, 114
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
347	Mathematics M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	500, 173, 61
MODERN LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT
335	French M.A.	August 14th	January 15th	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	500, 173, 61
373	Spanish M.A.	August 14th	January 15th	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	500, 173, 61
PHYSED & EXERCISE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
334	Exercise Science and Rehabilitation M.S.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit essay on academic interests and goals , and other relevant information with application.	500, 173, 61
353	Physical Education - Sports Management M.S.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit essay on academic interests and goals , and other relevant information with application.	500, 173, 61
PHYSICS DEPARTMENT
356	Physics M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	500, 173, 61
POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
362	Political Science M.A.	April 7th	November 15th	None	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and a two-page personal statement on background and interests. The GRE is not required.	500, 173, 61
363	Urban Policy and Administration M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and a three-page essay (typed, double-spaced) describing your interest in Urban Policy and how the Master's degree fits with your professional development. For more information, contact the Graduate Center for Worker Education, 25 Broadway, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10004; 212-966-4014.	N/A, N/A, N/A
365	International Affairs M.A.	April 7th	December 12th	None	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and a two-page personal statement on background and interests. The GRE is not required.	500, 173, 61
PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT
343	Psychology, Mental Health Counseling M.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and an essay on personal background, experiences, interests, and goals relevant to program (maximum three pages).	520, 190, 69
366	Psychology, Experimental M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and an essay on personal background, experiences, interests, and goals relevant to program (maximum three pages).	520, 190, 69
368	Psychology, Industrial and Organizational - Human Relations M.A.	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and an essay on personal background, experiences, interests, and goals relevant to program (maximum three pages).	520, 190, 69
370	Psychology, Industrial and Organizational-Organizational Behavior M.A.	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and an essay on personal background, experiences, interests, and goals relevant to program (maximum three pages).	520, 190, 69
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
543	School Psychologist Advanced Certificate	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation, and resume. Applicants must present an M.S. in education degree for school psychologist (or an appropriate equivalent) as well as the requirements for the M.S. in education degree for school psychologist. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. A supplemental department application is required: http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/schooled/ed-psych.htm.	500, 173, 61
544	School Psychologist M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation, and resume. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. A supplemental department application is required: http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/schooled/ed-psych.htm.	500, 173, 61
549	School Psychologist, Bilingual Extension Advanced Certificate	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and resume. Applicants must present an M.S. in education degree for school psychologist (or an appropriate equivalent) as well as the requirements for the M.S. in education degree for school psychologist. An interview is required and demonstrated competence in the target language based on performance on the language proficiency test administered by the NYS Education Department. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. A supplemental department application is required: http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/schooled/ed-psych.htm.	500, 173, 61
601	Early Childhood Education Teacher (Birth to Grade 2) M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST. Applicants may be interviewed.	500, 173, 61
606	Childhood Education Teacher(1-6) - Liberal Arts M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
610	Childhood Education Teacher(1-6) - Bilingual Education M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
612	Childhood Education Teacher(1-6) - Science and Environmental Education M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
616	Childhood Education Teacher(1-6) - Mathematics M.S. in Ed.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
620	Middle Childhood Education (5-9) - Mathematics Education/Mathematics Specialist M.S. in Ed.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
624	Educational Leadership - Educational Leadership: School Building Leader; School District Leader M.S. in Ed.	July 1st	December 31st	none	Please submit official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended, 2 letters of recommendation from supervisors, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach an essay that covers the eleven points listed below: (1) In the introduction, provide evidence of your professional vision and effectiveness. In the following paragraphs, briefly describe a past accomplishment in each area which demonstrates that you possess the State-mandated characteristics of an educational leader: (2) Leaders know and understand what it means and what it takes to be a leader; (3) Leaders have a vision for schools that they constantly share and promote; (4) Leaders communicate clearly and effectively; (5) Leaders collaborate and cooperate with others; (6) Leaders persevere and take the long view; (7) Leaders support, develop and nurture staff; (8) Leaders hold themselves and others responsible and accountable; (9) Leaders never stop learning and honing their skills; (10) Leaders have the courage to take informed risks; (11) Conclusion. Applicants must complete additional application in department. Applicants will be interviewed.	500, 173, 61
625	Middle Childhood Education (5-9) - General Science Teacher - Generalist with a concentration in general science M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
628	Middle Childhood Education (5-9) - General Science Teacher - Specialization in biology, chemistry, physics, or earth science M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
631	Adolescence Science Education (grades 7-12) M.A.T.	June 21st	November 15th	L.A.S.T.	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of L.A.S.T. scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the L.A.S.T.	500, 173, 61
637	Special Education - Teacher of students with disabilities in early childhood education (birth to grade 2) M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two formal letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
639	Special Education - Teacher of students with disabilities in childhood education (grades 1-6) M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two formal letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
642	Special Education - Teacher of Students with Disabilities/Middle Childhood Generalist (5-9) M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two formal letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
644	Autism Spectrum Disorders Advanced Certificate	August 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following to the Office of Admissions: Two letters of recommendation, official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, and an application processing fee.	500, 173, 61
646	School Counseling M.S. in Ed.	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Students will be admitted to the School Counseling Program with matriculated status only. Students commit to either Full Time or Part Time status once they are admitted, depending on availability of the openings, and are expected to maintain this status for the duration of their matriculation in the program. Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and have completed an approved undergraduate program of study with a minimum grade point average of 3.00. Applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit a score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Transfer credits are rarely accepted. Applicants who wish to have courses considered for transfer credit must provide course descriptions or syllabuses demonstrating that the courses are directly parallel to offerings required in the Brooklyn College program. The School Counseling program is competitive and receives more qualified applicants than there are openings available. Prospective applicants should have an understanding of the changing nature of school counseling as well as a solid commitment to the profession and an awareness of such values as multiculturalism, self-reflection, and social justice. The program seeks to admit students-both educators and others with some background in working with children-whose experience demonstrates emotional intelligence, imagination, and leadership qualities. Application Procedure Applications can be obtained online at www.brooklyn.cuny.edu. Documents can be submitted to the Brooklyn College Office of Graduate Admissions, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11210-2889, or in person, 2nd floor, West Quad Building. Applicants should submit the following by March 1 to the Brooklyn College Office of Graduate Admissions: 1) Brooklyn College/CUNY application to the Division of Graduate Studies; 2) Two letters of recommendation, including at least one letter from a professor with whom you have studied; 3) Official transcript from each college or university you have attended; 4) A personal statement of approximately 750 words explaining your reasons for wishing to enter the profession of school counseling. The essay should be self-reflective, make appropriate reference to experience working with children, and demonstrate one's familiarity and compatibility with particular features of the Brooklyn College School Counseling program; 5) Resume; and 6) Application fee. Following a review of applications, potential candidates will be invited for a group interview with the program faculty. The interview enables faculty to assess personal characteristics deemed necessary for successful performance in the field of school counseling. During the interview, applicants will be asked to complete a writing sample of 250 words drawn from suggested topics. A satisfactory evaluation on the interview is a requirement for admission to the program.	500, 173, 61
648	School Counseling Advanced Certificate	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Only degree-seeking applications with a master's degree in school counseling are accepted. Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and resume. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 750 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department.	500, 173, 61
650	Biology Teacher (7-12) M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
651	Chemistry Teacher (7-12) M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	L.A.S.T.	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of L.A.S.T. scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the L.A.S.T.	500, 173, 61
652	English Teacher (7-12) M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation and resume. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. If you already have initial state certification, attach a photo copy of your New York State or other state teaching certificate. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
653	French Teacher (7-12) M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
654	Mathematics Teacher (7-12) M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
655	Physics Teacher (7-12) M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
656	Social Studies Teacher (7-12) M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
657	Spanish Teacher (7-12) M.A.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
660	Art Teacher (K-12) M.A.	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	LAST	Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. The Art Teacher Education Program applicants must submit the following special admissions requirements to the Admissions Office, unless otherwise noted: 1. Personal statement explaining why you are choosing to become an art educator; 2. Resume; 3. LAST (Liberal Arts and Sciences Test) scores ora written registration confirmation of the LAST; 4. Portfolio (10 to 15 slides or a CD of art work) should include slides that demonstrate a working knowledge of a variety of media in addition to your specialty. The portfolio should be sent to Professor Herman Jiesamfoek, Brooklyn College/CUNY, School of Education, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210. 5. Interview with Herman Jiesamfoek, contact information 718-951-5000 ext 6235 or e-mail HJiesamfoek@brooklyn.cuny.edu.	500, 173, 61
661	Health Teacher (K-12) M.S. in Ed.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
662	Music Teacher (all grades) M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST. In addition to general requirements of most School of Education master's programs (New York State initial certificate in music, special subjects (or equivalent)), the following is required: acceptable performance on primary instrument and interview with Music Education coordinator.	550, 213, 79
663	Music Education Advanced Certificate	March 1st	November 1st	LAST	Master's degree is not required for applying to this program. Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	550, 213, 79
664	Physical Education - Physical Education Teacher M.S. in Ed.	July 15th	November 15th	LAST	Submit to the Office of Admissions official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, resume, photocopy of New York State or other state teaching certificate. On a separate page, attach a brief biographical statement of 500 to 1,000 words describing your reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program to which you are applying and your future professional goals. Interview with department. Applicants must submit results of LAST scores or provide a written registration confirmation of the LAST.	500, 173, 61
SOCIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
372	Sociology M.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	500, 173, 61
SPEECH DEPARTMENT
378	Speech-Language Pathology M.S.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	GRE	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Personal statement recommended; interview may be required. Submit GRE scores with application.	500, 173, 61
TELEVISION & RADIO DEPARTMENT
380	Media Studies M.S.	March 1st	November 1st	GRE or MAT	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B.A. or B.S. degree, two letters of recommendation. Submit GRE or MAT scores with application.	580, 237, 92
382	Television Production M.F.A.	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	GRE or MAT	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities from which you earned a B. A. or B. S., two letters of recommendation. Submit GRE or MAT scores with application. Students must submit biographical statement and a program as writing samples. An interview may be required. New students are accepted in the fall term of each year.	580, 237, 92
THEATER DEPARTMENT
383	Acting M.F.A.	January 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended and two letters of recommendation. Include a 2-4 page written statement of purpose, a 1-2 page essay describing your acting process, head shot or photograph, and resume. Applicants with TOEFL scores below the minimum will not be considered for review. Audition required.	600, 250, 100
385	Design and Technical Production M.F.A.	March 1st	November 1st	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Interview with department or submit portfolio to Theater Department.	500, 173, 61
386	Theater History and Criticism M.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation.	600, 250, 100
387	Directing M.F.A.	March 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit production book to Theater Department. Interview with department.	500, 173, 61
388	Dramaturgy M.F.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Interview with Theater department.	500, 173, 61
389	Performing Arts Management M.F.A.	February 1st	The program does not accept applications for Spring	none	Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation, and an essay describing professional goals. In-person interview is required by Theater Department.	670, 293, 119