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Graduate Studies

Graduate application, essay prompt instructions.

Find your program and follow the instructions to complete the Essay section of your application.

To print: highlight the text, right click and select print. If you have questions, submit your application and contact [email protected].

If you are pursing a Doctorate or Masters Degree , click here for Essay instructions: Applied Biotechnology Management | Athletic Training | Biology | Business Admin: Professional MBA | Cybersecurity | Data Science | Educational Leadership & Policy | English | Executive MBA | Human Services Leadership | Information Technology Management | Literacy and Language | Mathematics Education | Nursing | Professional Counseling | Professional Science | Psychology | PublicAdmin | Social Work | Special Education and Early Childhood | Sustainable Management | Teaching and Learning

If you are only pursuing a Certificate or License , click here for Essay instructions: Applied Bioinformatics | Business Skills | Data Analytics | Data Science | Ed Ldrshp: Athletic Ldrshp & Sports Mgmt  | Ed Ldrshp: Dir of Instruction  | Ed Ldrshp: Post-bacc Lib Media Spclst  | Ed Ldrshp: PostSec, Tech, Adult Ed | Ed Ldrshp: Principal  | Ed Ldrshp: Social Justice | English: Creative Writing |   Literacy: Bilingual Reading Teacher | Literacy: Educational Coaching  | Literacy: GAP (Grad Achievement Pgm) | Literacy: Literacy Coaching | Literacy: Reading Teacher | Nursing: Clinical Nurse Leader  | Nursing: Nurse Educator  | Public Administration: Healthcare Mgt |   Special Ed: Amer Sign Lang & Deaf Culture | Special Ed: Dir Spec Ed/Pupil Srvcs | Special Ed: K-12 Accelerated | Sustainability & Well Being | Teach & Learn: Classroom Assessment  | Teach & Learn: Disciplinary Literacy

If your program / certificate / license is not listed above, or if you are a Special Student or Concurrent Enrollment Instructor: You need to select that you are applying for a few courses, not a degree. To modify your application: go back to your application, on the left navigation menu select “Initial Information”, click the BACK button until you reach the question “Are you applying for a degree or a few courses” and select Few Courses, then click Continue.

Applied Biotechnology, MS

Applied Biotechnology applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to indicate their program emphasis and provide two references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.

Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or Reference sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

Please note:

  • We will contact your references and request their recommendations
  • We include all recommendation letters in your application packet if we receive more letters than required
  • You have the option to retain or waive your right to inspect these letters upon request (see below)

STEP 1:  Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:

Applied Biotechnology: Business Management (100% online)

Applied Biotechnology: Quality Assurance & Compliance (100% online)

Applied Biotechnology: Research & Development (100% online)

If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.

STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:

I  retain   the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.

I  waive   the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.

STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for at least TWO references starting on the third line of your Essay response box

  • If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:  My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.
  • You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence:  I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to [email protected].

STEP 4: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box

Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to [email protected].

If you will email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:

I will email my personal statement to [email protected].

Otherwise, enter your personal statement in the Essay response box. Your statement should:

  • Describe your motivation to pursue this degree and what you will bring to the biotechnology field
  • Your essay should be up to 1,000 words long
  • Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated.

Your Essay response box is now complete.

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Applied Bioinformatics Certificate

Applicants need to submit a a personal statement and provide two references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.

Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:

STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for at least TWO references starting on the second line of your Essay response box

STEP 3: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box

Athletic Training, MS

Athletic Training applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide one reference for us to contact for a letter of recommendation.

  • We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required

STEP 1:  Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:

I  retain  the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.

I  waive  the right to review letters of recommendation in my file.

STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST ONE reference starting on the second line of your Essay response box

  • Your reference should be able to assess your ability to succeed in a graduate program
  • If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:  My uploaded resume contains at least one reference name and email address.
  • You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence:  I will email at least one reference name and email address to [email protected].

If you email a separate document, copy and paste the following statement into your Essay response box:

  • Describe your goals and qualifications for the MSAT program
  • Your essay should be between 1-2 pages
  • Be sure to proofread your statement. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are evaluated

Biology, MS

Applicants need to submit a a personal statement of interest separately from the application.  In addition, applicants need to indicate their program emphasis and provide three references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.

Since our application form does not have a Program Emphasis or References section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application.

Please note the following information about your references:

STEP 1:  Copy and paste ONE of these program emphases as the first line in your Essay response box:

Biology: Biology emphasis

Biology: Microbiology emphasis

STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:

STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST THREE references starting on the third line of your Essay response box.

  • Your references should be able to evaluate your abilities in the sciences and potential to succeed in graduate school. At least two and preferably all three references will be university professors in the sciences.
  • If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:  My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.
  • You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence:  I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to [email protected].

Business Administration - Professional MBA

Professional MBA applicants need to submit a a personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate whether they are pursing the degree online only, or whether some classes will be taken in person.

Since our application form does not have a section to indicate this, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

STEP 1:  Copy and paste ONE of these statements as the first line in your Essay response box:

Business Administration: Professional Path, Classroom and Online mix

Business Administration: Professional Path, 100% Online

  If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, select the Classsroom and Online Mix.

STEP 2:  Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box

Your personal statement may be submitted in the Essay box in your application (preferred) or emailed separately to [email protected].

I will email my personal statement to [email protected].

  • Describe your reason for pursuing an MBA degree
  • Explain the impact your MBA degree will have on both your short- and long-term career goals
  • Describe the value you will bring to the classroom
  • Your essay should be single spaced and no longer than two pages

Business Administration Certificate: Business Skills

  • Describe the reasons behind your decision to pursue this certificate, your short-term and long-term career goals, and what you believe you will bring to the classroom
  • Maximum length of 1,000 words

International applicants: we are not able to admit you to a certificate only program. Click here for UWO programs that admit international applicants.

Business Administration Certificate: Data Analytics

Cybersecurity, ms.

Cybersecurity applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to indicate their program emphasis and provide references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.

Cybersecurity: Cyber Response (100% online)

Cybersecurity: Digital Forensics (100% online)

Cybersecurity: Governance & Leadership (100% online)

Cybersecurity: Security Architecture (100% online)

STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO professional or academic references starting on the third line of your Essay response box

  • References may be academic or professional colleagues
  • Describe your decision to pursue the degree and what you believe you will bring to the cybersecurity field

Data Science, MS

If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that Data Science is a 100% online programs. 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.

Applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation. Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

STE P 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO references starting on the second line of your Essay response box

  • References should be academic or professional colleagues
  • Describe the reasons behind your decision to pursue this degree and what you believe you will bring to the data science field

Data Science Certificate

Applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation. Since our application form does not have a Reference section, please provide reference information in the Essay response box of your application.

STEP 3: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box.

Educational Leadership & Policy, Ed.D.

Educational Leadership & Policy applicants need to submit a a personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate their program emphasis and any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for three letters of recommendation.

Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or Reference section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

STEP 1:  Copy and paste this program emphasis as the first line in your Essay response box:

 Educational Leadership & Policy: Superintendency (Ed.D.)

STEP 2:  Copy and paste ALL of these certificates and licensures you are pursuing, starting on the second line in your Essay response box:

I am not pursing any certificates/licensures at this time.

Certificates:

Athletics Leadership & Sports Management Certificate

Leadership in Post-Secondary, Technical, and Adult Education

Leadership for Social Justice

Licensures:

Director of Instruction Licensure

Principal Licensure

Library Media Specialist Licensure

STEP 3: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the next line in your Essay response box:

STEP 4: Enter the name and email address of at least three references in the next lines of your Essay response box:

  • One reference must be from a school superintendent
  • If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:

My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.

  • You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence:

I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to [email protected].

STEP 5: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box

  • Be up to 1,000 words long describing your educational philosophy and the reasons behind your decision to pursue this degree

Educational Leadership & Policy, MS

Educational Leadership & Policy: General (MS)

Educational Leadership & Policy: Library Science (MS)

STEP 2:  Copy and paste ALL of these certificates and licensures you are pursuing starting on the second line in your Essay response box:

I am not pursuing any certificates/licensures at this time.

Director of Instruction License

Principal License

Library Media Specialist License

STEP 3: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements in the next line in your Essay response box:

I am not part of an off-campus student cohort.

I am part of the following off-campus student cohort: type the cohort name here.

STEP 4: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements in the next line in your Essay response box:

STEP 5: Email the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references to [email protected]

My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses.

I will email at least two reference names and email addresses to [email protected].

STEP 6: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box.

  • Explain why you are pursuing this degree
  • Your essay should be 250-500 words long

Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Athletic Leadership & Sports Management

Athletic Leadership & Sports Management applicants need to submit a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation.

1. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:

2. Enter the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references in the second line of your Essay response box.

  • If you uploaded a resume with reference information, add a note to direct us to your resume for reference information
  • You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application
  • If you submit your application without references, email reference names and email addresses to [email protected]

3.  Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box

  • Explain why you are pursuing this certificate

Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Direction of Instruction, Administrative License

Director of Instruction applicants need to submit a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references whom the Graduate Studies Office will contact. Two letters of recommendation are needed.

2. Enter the name and email address of AT LEAST TWO references in the second line of your Essay response box

3. Copy and paste ONE of these two statements in the third line in your Essay response box:

4.  Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box

  • Explain why you are pursuing this license

Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Leadership for Social Justice

Leadership for Social Justice applicants need to submit a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation.

3.  Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box.

Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: PK-12 Principal, Administrative License

PK-12 Principal applicants need to submit a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references whom the Graduate Studies Office will contact. Two letters of recommendation are needed.

  • One reference must be from a superintendent

Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Post-baccalaureate Library Media Specialist

Post-baccalaureate Library Media Specialist certificate applicants may skip the Essay and leave the Essay response box blank.

Also, your application is free. Please  skip the Payment  portion of this application. If you do pay for the application, your application fee will be refunded.

Educational Leadership & Policy Certificate: Leadership for Post-secondary, Technical and Adult Education (PTAE)

PTAE applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references for us to contact for two letters of recommendation.

English, MA

English applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references and indicate any additional certificates they are pursing.

Since our application form does not have Certificate or Reference sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

  • Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation. We include all letters of recommendation in your application packet if we receive more letters than required.

STEP 1:  Copy and paste the certificates you are pursuing as the first line in your Essay response box:

I am not pursuing any certificates at this time.

Creative Writing Certificate

New Literatures Certificate

STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST THREE references starting on the second line of your Essay response box

  • Outline your academic preparation to study English at the graduate level, your interest in this particular certificate / program, your educational and/or professional goals, and/or ways that your previous experience contributed to your decision to apply for the program
  • Your essay should be up to 1,250 words long

English Certificate: Creative Writing

1.  Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box

  • Explain why you are seeking admission to the certificate program

Executive MBA

Executive MBA applicants need to submit a a personal statement. 

  • Describe your reason for pursuing an MBA degree. What is your career objective and how will the UW Oshkosh MBA-Executive contribute to that objective?
  • Explain the impact your MBA degree will have on both your short- and long-term career goals. Provide an example of your leadership in a project, initiative or business strategy. Cite details of what you did, how you did it and what you accomplished.
  • Describe the value you will bring to the classroom. Your success in the program is dependent upon the strengths you bring to your cohort group. What are your greatest strengths that you will bring into your group?

Human Services Leadership, MS

  If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that Human Services Leadership is a 100% online programs. 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.

Human Services Leadership applicants need to submit a personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing.

Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

STEP 1:  Copy and paste ONE of these statements on the first line in your Essay response box:

I am not pursing any certificates at this time.

Human Services Leadership: Graduate Advanced Certificate

STEP 2: Submit your personal statement in the Essay response box

  • Describe your motivation to pursue this degree and what you will bring to your profession
  • Your essay should be up to 500 words long

Information Technology Management, MS

  If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that Information Technology Management is a 100% online programs. 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.

Information Technology Management applicants need to submit a a personal statement. In addition, applicants need to provide references whom we will contact for letters of recommendation.

  • We include all reference letters in your application packet if we receive more letters than required

STEP 1:   Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:

STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO professional or academic references starting on the second line of your Essay response box

  • Provide professional or academic references who can assess your ability to succeed in a graduate program
  • Describe your decision to pursue the degree and what you believe you will bring to the information technology field
  • Your essay should be up to 1,000 words

Literacy and Language, MSE

Literacy and Language applicants need to submit a brief personal statement. Applicants also need to indicate their program emphasis, additional certificates or licensures they are pursuing, and provide references we will contact for letters of recommendation.

Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or References sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

STEP 1:  Copy and paste ALL of the certificates that you’re also pursuing, starting on the first line in your Essay response box. Note – when you complete the Literacy MSE degree, you’ve completed coursework for the Reading Teacher Licensure and Reading Specialist Licensure certificates.

I am not pursuing any additional certificates at this time

Bilingual Reading Teacher License

Educational Coaching

Literacy Coaching

STEP 2: Copy and paste ONE  of these two statements starting on the second line in your Essay response box:

STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for at least three references starting on the third line of your Essay response box

STEP 4:  Enter your personal statement starting on the fourth line of your Essay response box

  • Provide a brief statement of your goals for graduate studies
  • Your essay should be between 200 and 500 words

Literacy: Graduate Achievement Program (GAP)

1. Enter your personal statement in the Essay response box

Literacy Certificate: Bilingual Reading Teacher License

Literacy certificate: educational coaching, literacy certificate: literary coaching.

1.  Provide the name and email address for at least ONE reference (preferably from a supervisor) starting on the first line of your Essay response box.

  • We prefer a reference from a supervisor
  • If your uploaded resume contains references you’d like us to contact, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:  My uploaded resume contains my reference’s name and email address.
  • You may submit your application without reference name and email but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from the application, copy and paste this sentence:  I will email at least one reference name and email address to [email protected].

2. Enter your personal statement in the Essay response box

Literacy Certificate: Reading Teacher License

Mathematics education, ms.

Mathematics Education applicants do not need to submit a personal statement. However, applicants need to provide references we will contact for letters of recommendation.

STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the first line in your Essay response box:

STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for at least two references starting on the second line of your Essay response box

Nursing, DNP

Nursing applicants do not need to submit a a personal statement in the online application Essay box.

Instead, we would like you to specify which DNP nursing program you are applying for and whether you’re applying as a full-time or part-time student.

Also, our online application allowed you to select either Summer or Fall admission. Each Nursing DNP program only has one admission term each year. The correct start term is listed below. If you selected a different start term, we will use the start term below.

Please copy and paste ONE of the following programs in your Essay response box:

Nursing: BSN to DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner (Fall admission only) – Full-Time Student

Nursing: BSN to DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner (Fall admission only) – Part-Time Student

Nursing: BSN to DNP, Nurse Anesthesia (Summer admission only) – Full-Time Student Only

Nursing: BSN to DNP, PMHNP (Fall admission only) – Full-Time Student

Nursing: BSN to DNP, PMHNP (Fall admission only) – Part-Time Student

Nursing: Master’s to DNP (Summer admission only) – Part-Time Student Only

Nursing: MSN to DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner (Summer admission only) – Full-Time Student

Nursing: MSN to DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner (Summer admission only) – Part-Time Student

Nursing, MSN

Nursing applicants do not need to submit a a personal statement.

Instead, we would like you to specify which MSN nursing program you are applying for and whether you’re applying as a full-time or part-time student.

Please copy and paste ONE of these program emphases in your Essay response box:

Nursing: MSN Clinical Nurse Leader (100% online) – Full-Time Student

Nursing: MSN Clinical Nurse Leader (100% online) – Part-Time Student

Nursing: MSN Nurse Educator (100% online) – Full-Time Student

Nursing: MSN Nurse Educator (100% online) – Part-Time Student

  If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.

Nursing Certificate: Clinical Nurse Leader

Nursing Clinical Nurse Leader certificate applicants may skip the Essay and leave the Essay response box blank.

Nursing Certificate: Nurse Educator

Professional counseling, mse.

Professional Counseling applicants need to submit a a personal statement as part of a supplemental application . Do not include your personal statement in the Essay box on your application.

Applicants need to indicate their program emphasis. Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

Professional Counseling: Clinical Mental Health

Professional Counseling: School Counselor

Professional Counseling: Student Affairs and College Counseling

Professional Science, MS

Professional Science applicants will submit an essay with answers to specific questions separately from the application.

However, applicants do need to indicate their program emphasis and provide two references for us to contact for letters of recommendation.

Professional Science: Individually Planned

Professional Science: Microbiology and Food Science

Professional Science: Sustainable Energy

Professional Science: Water Science

STEP 3: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO references starting on the third line of your Essay response box.

  • Your references should be able to evaluate your abilities in the sciences and potential to succeed in graduate school. At least one and preferably both references will be university professors in the sciences.

Psychology, MS

A personal statement and two letters of recommendation are required. Please submit the personal statement of interest  separately from the application. Since our application form does not have a References section, we’d like you to provide reference information in the Essay response box of your application.

  • We will contact your references and request their recommendations  after we receive your application fee payment

STEP 1: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements as the second line in your Essay response box:

STEP 2: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST TWO references starting on the third line of your Essay response box

  • Your references should be faculty members. Ideally, both would be psychology faculty members.
  • If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:  My uploaded resume contains at least two reference names and email addresses

Public Administration, MPA

Public Administration applicants need to submit a a personal statement separately from the application. Applicants also need to indicate their program emphasis, any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing, and three references.

Public Administration – Fire and Emergency Administration and Management (100% Online)

Public Administration – General Public Administration (Hybrid)

Public Administration – General Public Administration (100% Online)

Public Administration – Health Agency Administration (Hybrid)

Public Administration – Health Agency Administration (100% Online)

Public Administration – Nonprofit Management and Leadership (Hybrid)

Public Administration – Nonprofit Management and Leadership (100% Online)

STEP 2:  Copy and paste ONE of these certificates you are pursuing, starting on the second line in your Essay response box:

Health Care Management Certificate

STEP 3: Copy and paste ONE of these two statements starting on the third line in your Essay response box:

STEP 4: Provide the name and email address for AT LEAST THREE references starting on the fourth line of your Essay response box

Public Administration Certificate: Healthcare Management

  • Explain why you are seeking admission to the graduate HCM Certificate program

Social Work, MSW

Social work applicants submit a personal essay as part of a supplemental application , so do not submit your personal essay in the Essay response box of your application.

Applicants need to provide three references, and indicate their program emphasis. Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis or Reference sections, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

Social Work: Advanced Direct Practice

Social Work: Mental Health Care Practice

  • One academic reference; if you have been out of school more than 8 years, provide a work supervisor
  • One work or volunteer reference
  • One professional reference

Special Education and Early Childhood, MSE

Special Education and Early Childhood applicants do not need to submit a a personal statement. However, applicants need to indicate which graduate program option they are pursuing.

Since our application form does not have an Additional Certificates / Licenses section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below.

Copy and paste the program option you’re pursuing in the Essay box of your application:

Cross-categorical Special Education Licensure with MSE (K-12)

Director of Special Education and Pupil Services with MSE (license code 80)

          Early Childhood Special Education Licensure with MSE (birth to grade 3)

MSE Special Education Non-Licensure Program

Special Education Certificate: Director of Special Education / Pupil Services License

Special education certificate: k-12 accelerated license, sustainable management, ms.

If you are an international applicant interested in studying as an F-1 student, be aware that Sustainable Management is a 100% online programs. 100% online programs do not qualify you to obtain an F-1 visa.

UWO does not require applicants to submit a personal statement or recommendations.

Your Essay response box may be left blank.

Sustainability and Well Being Certificate

Teaching & learning, mse.

Teaching & Learning applicants do not need to submit a a personal statement. However, applicants need to indicate their program emphasis and any additional certificates or licensures they are pursing.

Since our application form does not have Program Emphasis section, please provide this information in the Essay response box of your application as explained below. 

Teaching & Learning: ESL/Bilingual Education (Spanish/English or Hmong/English)

Teaching & Learning: Elementary Education (Individually Designed Program)

Teaching & Learning: English as a Second Language (ESL)

Teaching & Learning: MSE Teaching & Learning (HLC Accreditation Pathway)

Teaching & Learning: Math Intervention

Teaching & Learning: Secondary Education (Individually Designed Program)

Teaching & Learning: UWO / CESA 3 Cohort (HLC Accreditation Pathway)

STEP 2:  Copy and paste one of these statements in the next line in your Essay response box:

STEP 3:  Copy and paste all of these certificates and licenses you are pursuing, starting on the next line in your Essay response box:

I am not pursing any certificates/licenses at this time.

Classroom Assessment Certificate

Disciplinary Literacy Certificate

STEP 4: Provide the name and email address for at least three references starting on the next line of your Essay response box

  • If your uploaded resume contains your references, copy and paste this sentence in your Essay response box:   My uploaded resume contains at least three reference names and email addresses.
  • You may submit your application without reference names and emails but your references will be contacted more quickly if you include information in your application. If you want to submit references separate from my application, copy and paste this sentence:   I will email at least three reference names and email addresses to [email protected].

Teaching & Learning Certificate: Classroom Assessment

Teaching & learning certificate: disciplinary literacy, uw oshkosh graduate studies.

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Freshman writing section.

At the UW, we consider the college essay as our opportunity to see the person behind the transcripts and the numbers. Some of the best statements are written as personal stories. In general, concise, straightforward writing is best, and good essays are often 300-400 words in length.

Please note that the UW essay questions must be answered within our application. For the Common App, that means within our UW questions. We do not consider the Common App essay.

Essay prompt [required]

Tell a story from your life, describing an experience that either demonstrates your character or helped to shape it.

Maximum length : 650 words

Short response [required]

Our families and communities often define us and our individual worlds. Community might refer to your cultural group, extended family, religious group, neighborhood or school, sports team or club, co-workers, etc. Describe the world you come from and how you, as a product of it, might add to the diversity of the UW.

Maximum length : 300 words

Tip :  Keep in mind that the UW strives to create a community of students richly diverse in cultural backgrounds, experiences, values and viewpoints.

Additional information about yourself or your circumstances [optional]

You are not required to write anything in this section, but you may include additional information if something has particular significance to you. For example, you may use this space if:

  • You have experienced personal hardships in attaining your education
  • Your activities have been limited because of work or family obligations
  • You have experienced unusual limitations or opportunities unique to the schools you attended

Maximum length : 200 words

Format for the essays

  • Content is important, but spelling, grammar and punctuation are also considered.
  • We recommend composing in advance, then copying and pasting into the application. Double-spacing, italics and other formatting will be lost, but this will not affect the evaluation of your application.
  • We’ve observed most students write a polished formal essay, yet submit a more casual short response. Give every part of the writing responses your best effort, presenting yourself in standard, formal English.
  • Proofread, proofread, proofread!

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All writing in the application, including your essay/personal statement and short responses, must be your own work.  Do not use another writer’s work and do not use artificial intelligence software (ChatGPT, Bard, etc.) to assist or write your statement.

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Transfer admission requirements fall 2023.

Applies to: UW-Oshkosh, UW-Oshkosh, Fond du Lac Campus, UW-Oshkosh, Fox Cities Campus

Transfer Admission Guidelines

A minimum 2.0 GPA is required to be considered for admission. All applications meeting the minimum requirement will go through a comprehensive review to determine admissibility.

Note: For program admissions see "Minimum GPA Requirements for Admission Consideration for Specific Majors"

Minimum GPA Requirements for Admission Consideration to Specific Majors

Credit and other requirements for admission consideration.

Students with fewer than 30 earned credits at an accredited institution, or students who have solely earned credit from a Wisconsin Technical College must also submit an official high school transcript.

Anticipated Application Deadlines/Priority Dates

Accepting applications: August 1, 2022

Decision Deadline: Accepting applications on a rolling admission basis.

Registration Dates

All admitted transfer students register on assigned transfer registration dates. The student's registration date is based on the number of earned credits.

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This is a program in our College of Business Administration, where highly-accomplished faculty bring real-life skills to the classroom. These courses take place in the newly renovated Wittich Hall. Learn more about this program and others in the College of Business Administration .

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This is a program in our College of Science and Health. Our campus offers a wide range of pre-health and science-related majors. Prairie Springs Science Center, as well as the surrounding bluffs and marsh, provides hands-on educational opportunities to our students. Learn more about this program and others in the College of Science & Health .

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This is a program in our College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities (CASSH), where students are taught critical thinking, communication, and problem solving by renowned faculty and staff. Learn more about this program and others in the College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities .

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Have questions about what makes UWL unique? Our Admissions team is happy to help you as you prepare your list. Just email us at [email protected] .

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To start your application, head to apply.wisconsin.edu and begin! Have questions about the process? You can learn more more about it .

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Be sure to log into your WINGS Student Center to confirm you've completed all items on your to-do list!

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Congratulations! Head over to our Admitted New Freshman page to make sure you're aware of the necessary next steps.

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Our application typically opens August 1st, so please visit apply.wisconsin.edu anytime on or after August 1, 2022.

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What a great place to start your college career! New freshmen live in one of nine residence halls on campus, where they have a chance to become fully immersed in UWL's exciting, active culture. If you've already been admitted as a freshman, read up on your next steps here . 

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UWL has many resources for students joining us from other institutions. To see how your courses might transfer, check out Transferology. If you've already been admitted as a transfer student, read up on your next steps here . 

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Further your education and career in the fields of science, health, technology, education, and more! Learn more about UWL's graduate programs here . 

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If you've got questions about how what type of student you are and how you should apply, please call the Admissions Office at 608.785.8939. 

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With scholarships and financial aid, there are many options for students to afford UWL. Explore more about scholarships and financial aid .

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First generation students have a place on our campus. We provide many resources to help you navigate this experience that is new for you and for your family. Check out the UWL First! Scholars program , which specifically helps First Generation students like you.

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Between intramural sports, student organizations, and the amazing communities that develop in our residence halls, there is no shortage of opportunities to build friendships. UWL is a close-knit campus where students make friends that last forever.

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UWL student athletes repeatedly report the highest average GPAs in our conference. Our coaches and academic departments are on a shared mission to create well-rounded Eagles.

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We often say that our most popular major is Undeclared, because many students don't know what they want to study. That's okay! College is for exploration and finding a path that fits for you. We've got such a great variety of majors that there are no shortage to choose from, when you're ready.

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If you're admitted to UWL, our campus has support systems in place for your academic success. We've got places like Murphy Library Center Tutoring where you can get hands-on help with your coursework.

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Applying for admission

We take a comprehensive holistic approach when reviewing each application. Your academic performance in the classroom (rigor of courses and high school transcript) is the most important factor in our review of your application. We also consider factors such as ACT or SAT test scores, extracurricular activities, demonstrated leadership, essays, and letters of recommendation.

Application materials 

  • UW System application for admission – apply.wisconsin.edu
  • Nonrefundable application fee
  • High school transcripts (may be uploaded with the application for admission).
  • ACT or SAT scores (optional) (ACT code: 4672, SAT code: 1914)
  • Letters of recommendation (maximum of 2) (optional)

Admission considerations

Primary Factors

  • Including taking full advantage of senior year
  • Including demonstrating a positive grade trend
  • Middle 50% Range of Admitted Students – Class Rank: 68 th to 90 th Percentile
  • If a high school does not provide a class rank, then cumulative grade point average will be considered in the admission decision

Secondary Factors 

While academic preparation is the primary criterion used in the admission review process, we consider other secondary factors that may contribute to the strength of an application, including:

  • Middle 50% Range of Admitted Students – ACT: 23 to 27
  • Middle 50% Range of Admitted Students – SAT: 1130 to 1270
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Demonstrated leadership
  • Special talent
  • This part is all about you. Tell us about something you’ve done — academically or personally — and what you’ve learned from it. Was it a success or a challenge? Did it represent a turning point in your life? How did this particular moment in your life influence you, and how will it continue to influence you as you pursue your college education?
  • How will your life experiences or commitments enrich the UW-La Crosse campus community?
  • Tell us why you are interested in attending UW-La Crosse and what aspects of the campus are especially important to you.
  • We accept up to two letters maximum
  • Letters may be mailed or emailed as an attachment to [email protected]
  • The UW System Letter of Recommendation Form is also available

Additional information about high school transcripts

Unofficial high school transcripts may be uploaded with the application for admission.  In addition, high school transcripts may be sent from your high school to the UWL Admissions Office.  An official final high school transcript with graduation date (sent directly from your high school) will be required for all admitted students enrolling at UWL.

Additional information about ACT or SAT scores

UWL’s current test optional policy means applicants will choose whether or not to submit standardized test scores, such as the ACT or SAT, as part of their admission application. Visit Testing & Scoring for additional information.

If an applicant has previously submitted test scores to UWL but indicates on the application that they would not like their scores considered, test scores will not be viewed during the application review.

Applicants are encouraged to send official test scores directly from the testing agency or may self-report test scores.

Self-reported test scores may be submitted in either of the following ways:

  • Send screenshots or scanned copies of score reports via email ( [email protected] )
  • Mail a copy of your score report to the UWL Admissions Office

If you submit self-reported scores, please note that your official test scores (sent directly from the testing agency) will be required prior to enrollment.  Any discrepancies from self-reported test scores may result in rescinding our offer of admission. 

Application periods

Fall term - application available beginning August 1

All complete applications received by February 1 will receive full consideration for admission. Applications received or completed after February 1 will be considered on a space-available basis.

Spring term - application available beginning April 1

Applications will be considered on a space-available basis. 

Materials to submit

  • High school transcripts (may be uploaded during application) and senior year courses/class schedule

Admissions decisions

After all materials required for your application are received, an admission decision will be mailed via USPS in three to five weeks.  You can also track your application status online through WINGS.  Access information will be sent to applicants after they submit an application.

Postpone decisions 

Some applicants may be placed on a postpone list, in which an admission decision is made at a later date. Review of the postponed applicants begins in early December and continues thereafter, dependent upon the number of applications received and space available in the freshman class. These applicants are typically contacted after the application priority date of February 1 with an update on their status. They will be notified of a final admission decision no later than May 1. Postponed applicants will be given an opportunity to provide additional information for their application. This may include:

  • Senior year grades
  • ACT or SAT scores (if not previously submitted) or higher scores from retaking the exam
  • 1 or 2 letters of recommendation
  • Documentation verifying the addition of senior year courses (including any college/university course work)

Test Optional

Our temporary test optional policy means applicants may choose whether or not to submit standardized test scores, such as the ACT or SAT, as part of their admission application. Applicants choosing to not submit standardized tests will not be at a disadvantage nor will it negatively impact their application review.

Although we are test optional, submission of scores may increase your chances of being awarded freshman scholarships.  

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why would a student submit standardized test scores for admission consideration if they don’t have to?

A: A student might decide that their score gives a more complete picture of academic achievements and potential.

Q: Should I go test optional and not turn in my scores?

A: It is important to know that for many of our applicants, submitting scores is a great idea if you have them. Some students do not realize that scores they consider low can still play a positive part of our decision process. For example, 25% of students admitted for Fall 2020 scored a 22 or lower on the ACT.

Q: Will I have a different chance of admission if I don’t provide test scores?

A: We will not treat applicants without scores differently than those who do provide them. If we determine we cannot offer you admission (by sending you a letter of denial or putting you on a postpone list) and you did not provide scores, you will be given a way to provide your scores at that time.

Q: How do I indicate I will not be providing test scores?

A: There will be a question on the UW System application that asks if you wish to be considered for admission with or without test scores.

Q: Should I take the ACT or SAT?

A: We do not have a preference. Applicants can submit the ACT, the SAT, or both, and we’ll consider your best score. See the Superscore section for additional information. We recommend that all students take either the ACT or SAT exam. You will have an opportunity later to determine if you would like to include your test score in the application review.

Superscoring 

If you choose to submit standardized test scores and have taken a test multiple times, UWL superscores both the ACT and SAT.  Superscoring is the process of averaging your best section scores from all of your test attempts.

UWL considers your highest section scores across all the dates you took the ACT or SAT.  Rather than confining your scores to one particular date, we will take your highest section scores in each section, forming the highest possible composite score.  We need to receive all of the sections of each ACT (English, math, reading, science) or SAT (reading and writing, math) to calculate an ACT or SAT superscore.

UWL does not consider the writing portion of either test.

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UW Oshkosh Admissions

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 90% of all applicants in 2017. Out of 7,752 applications received in 2023, 6,969 students were offered admission.

Consult with University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's admissions department for any important information, including application fees.

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's admissions stats.

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Application Deadlines

Check with University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh directly for more info on application deadlines.

Considering Applying Early to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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How difficult is it to get admitted to uw oshkosh.

It is moderately difficult to get into UW Oshkosh.

In 2022, UW Oshkosh accepted 90% of students , around 6,969 from the 7,752 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like UW Oshkosh, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

What does University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Make sure to check with University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh for more information on admission factors.

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

GPA and Testing

What gpa do i need to get into university of wisconsin-oshkosh.

Students admitted to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 66% submitted a class rank. At University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh 8.3% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 27% were in the top 25% and 64% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh directly.

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2017, 0% of University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 59% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, you should strive to earn between 18 and 23 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Admissions FAQs

Does University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?

✅ University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is not test optional.

What is University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has an acceptance rate of 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?

🟨 University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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How hard is it to get into UW Oshkosh? UW Oshkosh is a somewhat selective institution. The UW Oshkosh acceptance rate is 90%. This means that the institution accepts 89 out of every 100 applicants.

UW Oshkosh Application Deadline

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Transfer Applications are Due

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The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UW Oshkosh is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

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GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At UW Oshkosh, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.24. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

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