Apply to Special Education (MA and EdM)

01. Know

Here’s a “checklist” of information you’ll need when you apply.

1. WSU Graduate School general application requirements (including application fee).
   once in GradCAS search for Washington State University (program name)
2. Current resume or vitae.
3. Letter of Intent. The letter of intent must include:
   • the reason for pursuing a graduate degree,
   • a description of teaching or other life experience that relates to graduate study,
   • a commitment to scholarship or professional development,
   • a specific research or inquiry interest
4. Three letters of reference. The three letters of recommendation, submitted through GradCAS, must address your:
   • interpersonal skills,
   • scholarship,
   • experience with children or youth, and
   • facility with written, oral, and interpersonal communication.
5. Complete Educational History and Transcripts from any colleges/universities:
   • Where any degrees have been granted or are expected.
   • That show any graded bachelor’s work and/or graduate-level work (including doctoral) taken after the bachelor’s degree.
   • Unofficial copies may be uploaded with your Graduate School application for application review. If admitted, you will be required to submit official copies to the WSU Graduate School.
6. Official WSU Transcripts are NOT required for coursework taken at WSU.
7. International Students must meet the university’s English proficiency and funding requirements. Review international student requirements.
8. Copies of currently held education certificates.
9. If applying to the Master of Arts (Thesis) degree, please note additional information and requirement:
   • Applications are only accepted for Fall and Spring terms
   • Please provide an Academic writing sample. This writing sample must be a formal, academic writing sample such as a thesis or paper.

02. Go!

*Once in GradCAS, search for Washington State University (program name and Campus Name)