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ADMISSIONS |
Applications are reviewed by an Admissions Committee which scores each application. Scores are based on both qualitative and quantitative assessments of a student's ability to succeed in graduate school. Assessments of the student's ability are based on scores received for 1) the GRE and previous GPA's, 2) analytical and writing abilities demonstrated through the writing sample, 3) overall abilities as determined through the letters of recommendation. The Admissions Committee reserves the right to interview all candidates for admission. All applicants will be evaluated within the context of a completed portfolio based on a combination of the following quantitative and qualitative criteria: |
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS |
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Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended
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Minimum GPA of 2.60 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent if degree is from a foreign institution)
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Submission of current scores on the GRE or any other standardized graduate examination
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At least 3 letters of recommendation (if applying for admission as an in-service student-one letter must be from a co-worker with an equal or above rank or from a supervisor) letters should reference the applicant's ability to complete graduate school, supervisors should discuss how current work or experience will enhance the applicant's ability to complete graduate school, or contribute to the organization.
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Current resume (highlight any relevant work experience
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A one thousand word essay on one of the following
- A current problem facing urban America
- Purpose for attending graduate school for urban studies and planning degree
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APPLICATION DEADLINE |
Fall Semester:
May 15th - International Students and Graduate Assistanship
July 1st - Regular Admissions
Spring Semester:
December 1st - International Students and Graduate Assistanship
November 17th - Regular Admissions
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TRANSFER CREDITS |
| Students are permitted to transfer 9 credit hours from another graduate institution, provided the transferred courses are equivalent to a MSUSP course offered at Savannah State University. |
PROBATIONARY STATUS |
| Any student enrolled in the MSUS program whose overall grade point average falls below 3.0 in any semester will be considered to be in probationary status. MSUSP students that are in a probationary status are advised to not enrolled the semester following their probationary status. However, after one semester of absence students are permitted to request re-admission into the MSUSP program. |
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