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What are the Department’s application deadlines? What are the admissions criteria? Can the GRE/MAT requirement be waived? Do I need to have experience in education to qualify for admission? Can you accommodate part-time students? How do I know if my application has been received? How do I check the status of my application? How do I ensure that my supporting documents are added to my file? How will I know if I am admitted? How long does it usually take students to complete the program?
What types of financial aid are available? Are international students eligible for financial aid?
Certification and Non-degree students
Admissions Application materials for Masters and PhD programs may be obtained through one of the following methods: Complete an online application (http://www.vprgs.umd.edu/gems/admission.htm). Please include your telephone number and e-mail address. You can print the application, complete it, and mail it to us. Please include your e-mail address and telephone number. Note: A secured server protects the privacy and integrity of the information you submit through the online application. What are the Department of Education
Policy and Leadership’s application deadlines? For all the other program specialization areas: Preferably before February 1 but no later than May 1 for Fall Semester Preferably before September 1but no later than and October 1 for Spring Semester What are the admissions criteria? Can the GRE/MAT requirement be waived? Do I need to have experience in education to
qualify for admission? Can you accommodate part-time students? How do I check the status of my application? Allow 10 business days for data entry before checking for missing items.
In addition, you can log onto TESTUDO
and click on the admission link (http://www.testudo.umd.edu/admissions/)
to reach “Graduate School Application Status.” You will
be able to determine if your application is pending, but this method
will not let you know what materials are missing. How do I ensure that my supporting documents are added to my file? Whenever you contact the university, please write your full name exactly as it appears on your application; your social security number or UM student identification number (if you have one); your date of birth; and the program to which you are applying. Please make sure that all of this information is always included in your correspondence with us. How will I know if I am admitted? When can I expect a decision? Finances Am I required to submit an application
fee if I previously attended the University of Maryland, College Park? What types of financial aid are available? Listed below are several campus websites that provide information on the various sources of financial aid available. In addition, please be sure to join the EDPL listserv to receive announcements about graduate assistantship opportunities sent by other graduate students and faculty members. These announcements appear randomly throughout the year as positions open up.
Some other places to look are:
Are international students
eligible for financial aid? Admitted Students Registration and Schedule of Classes Access the TESTUDO web site to register, drop/add courses, view unofficial transcripts, check your account balance and lots more! To find out what classes are offered and check which are full, go to www.testudo.umd.edu and then to the Schedule of Classes link. Select the semester, then select “Course Listings,” and then the department (EDPL). For walk-in appointments, go to the first floor of the Mitchell Building (301-314-8240). To register for coursework, go to www.testudo.umd.edu and select the Records and Registration link. You will be asked to enter your student identification number (usually your social security number) and your PIN number to gain access. If this is the first time you are using TESTUDO, your PIN number will be your birth date in the 6-digit MMDDYY format. After entering it for the first time, you will be prompted to select another PIN number of your choice. To make online payments and check your account balance, go to TESTUDO and select the Financials link. If you have billing questions or problems, please call the Bursar’s Office (301-405-9041). Be sure to register on time to avoid being charged a late registration fee of $20. The University of Maryland requires all new students to provide documentation of measles, mumps and rubella and tetanus/diphtheria vaccination. Additionally, all students residing on campus must be vaccinated against bacterial meningitis or sign a waiver. Contact immunization@health.umd.edu with your questions. A UMD student ID card is essential to have and can be obtained at the Public Inquiry Counter in the lobby of the Mitchell Building Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 and 5:00. You may call 301-314-8219 to schedule an appointment for a photo ID card after hours or on a Saturday. You can get your University of Maryland Email and Printing account at the Office of Information Technology (OIT) in the Computer Science Building. You will need your UM Photo ID card (see above). For information contact the OIT help desk at 301-405-1500 or http://www.helpdesk.umd.edu/topics/computer_labs/ The University of Maryland has eight libraries and a vast array of electronic resources as well. Typically, to use the campus libraries you must have a permanent UMCP photo ID card with an activated barcode. To learn more about our wonderful library system go to http://www.lib.umd.edu/.The EDPL listserv is used to announce upcoming events, post assistantship job announcements, scholarship info, post important deadlines, promote new courses, etc. All EDPL graduate students should sign up as soon as possible. To join EDPACOMM all you need is an email account. To subscribe, send the following email message -- Subscribe EDPACOMM firstname lastname -- to this address: Listserv@listserv.umd.edu. You will receive a confirmation message when you successfully subscribe to the list. Tuition Remission for Graduate Assistants If you have a graduate assistantship with the Department of Education Policy and Leadership, Stephanie Goodwin, Director of Admission will send out a reminder for all graduate assistants to complete the appropriate “Request for Tuition Remission” form (electronic or paper form). NOTE: If you drop a course after the posted deadlines, you will be personally responsible for the tuition. Transportation and Campus Parking Permits The Shuttle-UM and Alternative Transportation links on the Department of Transportation Services will give you all the information you need on getting to and from and around campus if you don’t drive (shuttle schedules, maps, Metro connections etc.). For automobile owners, apply for Summer School 2005 and/or Fall Semester 2005 Parking Permits online at: http://www.transportation.umd.edu/about_us/um_dot_home.htm. The Office of International Education Services The Office of International Education Services (IES) provides a wide range of information and services to International students and scholars at the University of Maryland including:
IES is located in 3116 Mitchell Building. For more information, you can visit the website at http://www.intprog.umd.edu/ies/ or call 301-314-7740. Are there any specific admissions requirements for international graduate students? Where can I get my transcripts evaluated? Yes. The Graduate School does have specific requirements and deadlines for international graduate students. Please check the following website for the most up-to-date information: http://www.gradschool.umd.edu/catalog/admit_international.html In general, international students are asked to provide all of the following:
I am an international transfer student. What do I need to know? An international student in the United States who wishes to transfer
institutions is required to follow certain procedures. The Office of
International Education Services will assist you in this process. Please
go to http://www.intprog.umd.edu/ies/student_status/TransferProcess.html
for detailed information. Immunization for international students The University of Maryland requires all new students to provide documentation of measles, mumps and rubella and tetanus/diphtheria vaccination. Additionally, all students residing on campus must be vaccinated against bacterial meningitis or sign a waiver. It is the responsibility of international students to determine any other immunization requirements. Please go the Health Center website and/or contact immunization@health.umd.edu with your questions. Is there an orientation for international students who are admitted to the University of Maryland? Yes. The Office of International Education Services provides a very useful orientation for international undergraduate and graduate students. Current information on dates and reservation forms can be found on the IES website under the link "Admission of International Students" or http://www.intprog.umd.edu/ies/OrientationF04.html. The International Student Orientation for Fall 2005 will be held on August 23-26. IES also provides a number of resources to help you prepare for your move including information on housing, transportation, health insurance, cheap travel etc. A comprehensive Pre-Arrival Guide is available online. Please also take some time to read the online International Student Resource Guide which provides information on wide range of topics including campus life, student organizations, day care, and adjusting to U.S. culture. The University of Maryland does not provide housing for graduate students. However, the campus is conveniently located near the College Park MetroRail station (click here for map) and is also served by the Prince George's County and Washington Metro area bus transit systems (WMATA). Students living in Washington D.C. and Virginia commute to the campus on the MetroRail. The University also has its own Shuttle UM Transportation Service which provides free transportation for students living in various locations in Prince George’s and Montgomery County, Maryland throughout the year. You therefore have several options about where to live. The Off Campus Housing Services maintains an online database which will help you find a home that meets your particular requirements. You can contact them at
Last but not the least, remember to read the IES Resource Guide. The section on Housing will provide you with a number of things to think about before you decide on a place to live. How do I subscribe to the IES listserve? To subscribe to IESNEWS so that you may receive the latest information on immigration matters and relevant events listserv@listserv.umd.edu, follow the directions below.
You can also sign up for IESNEWS through the ListServ web interface
at Student organizations on campus This link will take you to a list of current international student organizations on the campus http://www.inform.umd.edu/EdRes/Intl/Intlclubs/ Certification and Non-degree Students How do I determine my eligibility for Administrator Certification? General information about certification for the state of Maryland is available at http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/divisions/certification/certification_branch/
Which EDPL program provides MSDE Administrator I Certification? The Organizational Leadership and Policy Studies (OLPS) program in the Department of Education Policy and Leadership provides a Master’s degree program which has been approved for MSDE Administrator I Certification (Assistant principal or supervisor). Teachers and educational professionals who are currently certified or licensed and who have a Master’s Degree from an accredited institution may also obtain MSDE Administrator I Certification by taking courses in EDPL. Note: It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine their eligibility for our program. You may do so by contacting the Certification Branch of the Maryland State Department of Education. Can students who are not pursuing a degree take a course in the department? Students not seeking a degree may be allowed to take course work in the Department. Two categories of non-degree status are offered by the Graduate School: Advanced Special Student and Visiting Graduate Student. Criteria for admission to either category are established by the Graduate School (see Graduate School Catalog for details).
The College of Education’s Student Services web site has important information for new and current graduate students and links to campus resources, forms, important dates, and more. Please review this site and visit it frequently: http://www.education.umd.edu/studentinfo/. The Graduate School web site is another very useful resource (graduate school forms, publications, financial info, and more): http://www.vprgs.umd.edu/. For Campus Resources, Health Insurance, Legal Aid Info and Campus Services (with more links!) go to: http://www.gradschool.umd.edu/catalog/services.html . For Disability Services go to the Counseling Center, 0126 Shoemaker Building. Ph: 301-314-7682 or http://www.counseling.umd.edu/DSS/. The University Health Center provides a wide variety of services. Call 301.314.8184 for an appointment or visit http://www.health.umd.edu/. We know you just got here but it’s never too early to start planning your next move with the help of the Career Center - http://www.careercenter.umd.edu/. To learn more about and get involved in the Campus Diversity Initiative which works closely with the EDPL department go to http://www.umd.edu/diversity/. The University maintains a database of off-campus housing. To search and post your own listing go to http://www.och.umd.edu/. Order new and used textbooks and more online through the Campus Bookstore at http://umcp.bkstore.com/. Last but not the least, Graduate School can be demanding. Regular
rest and recreation is ESSENTIAL. To catch a movie at our state of the
art Hoff Theater, learn about campus student associations, open a banking
account, eat and other activities, go to the Stamp Student Union (http://www.union.umd.edu/).
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