Application Requirements

Admission standards for Morgridge College of Education Online programs match University of Denver’s high standards for excellence, and are the same as for on-campus programs. All applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution to be considered for admission.

The minimum undergraduate GPA for admission consideration for graduate study at the University of Denver is a cumulative 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits (approximately two years of work) for the baccalaureate degree.

To complete your application, you must submit the following items:

GRE test scores are not required for admission.

Please note: All practicums and internships must be completed in the United States. If you are an international applicant, please refer to our international applicant requirements.

If you are unable to submit your official transcripts electronically, you may have them mailed to our campus address:

University of Denver
Application Processing Center
Morgridge College of Education Online
P.O. Box 30096 022-004
College Station, TX 77842

Please note: To be considered an official transcript, the transcript must be sent directly from your institution(s) or through an electronic transcript vendor retained by that institution. Transcripts submitted by enrolled or prospective students are considered unofficial documents, even if they are in a sealed envelope provided to you by the issuing university.

• Two letters of recommendation

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  Your application requires at least two recommendations from individuals (non-relatives) who can evaluate your background, professional performance and potential to succeed in a graduate program.

  The recommendation portion of the application asks that you input your recommenders’ contact information; we will contact them directly asking for the recommendation.

  We strongly suggest that you input the information in advance so your recommenders have enough time to thoughtfully write your letters.

• Current resume

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  You will be asked to upload a current resume to your online application. Your resume should include information about your educational and professional experiences.

• Transcripts

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  Official academic records from all postsecondary institutions must be submitted directly from those schools to the University of Denver. You may send unofficial transcripts to receive an admissions decision, but we will need to receive official transcripts before you begin classes.

  All transcripts should be sent to the following address:

  University of Denver
  Application Processing Center
  Morgridge College of Education Online
  P.O. Box 30096 022-004
  College Station, TX 77842

  Please note: To be considered an official transcript, the transcript must be sent directly from your institution(s) or through an electronic transcript vendor retained by that institution. Transcripts submitted by enrolled or prospective students are considered unofficial documents, even if they are in a sealed envelope provided to you by the issuing university.

  E-scripts (electronic transcripts) may be sent to: appsvcs@morgridgeonline.du.edu.

  Transcripts and proof of degree documents for postsecondary degrees earned from institutions outside of the United States will be released to a third-party international credential evaluator to assess U.S. education system equivalencies.  Beginning July 2023, a non-refundable fee for this service will be required before the application is processed.

  International Degree Evaluation Fee: $50 Evaluation Fee for degrees (bachelor’s or higher) earned from institutions outside the United States.

• Application fee

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  There is a nonrefundable $65 application fee for Morgridge College of Education programs. Waivers are offered if you are:

  • a University of Denver alumnus/a
  • a current or former member of the U.S. military, AmeriCorps, the Peace Corps or Teach For America

  You may also receive a waiver if you submit your application before the priority submit deadline or attend a webinar.

  For more information on application fee waivers, contact the SchoolCounseling@Denver Admission.

• Statement of professional goals

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  Your statement of professional goals must be two to three typed and double-spaced pages that discuss:

  • the personal, educational and professional experiences that have shaped your interest in earning a master’s degree
  • your professional objectives and how you developed them
  • what you hope to obtain from a Master of Arts in School Counseling and how you intend to apply it professionally
  • Please address any special academic or other considerations that you would like Morgridge to consider in the review of your application

• Diversity statement

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  The statement of equity, diversity and social justice should be one to two typed and double-spaced pages in response to the following question: “How does equity, diversity, and social justice shape an issue in school counseling that is of interest to you?” You are encouraged to include evidence in support of the following items within your response: (a) your commitment to addressing equity-related issues in school counseling; (b) relevant personal, academic, and/or professional experiences you have had with diverse communities that have shaped your commitment to social justice; (c) awareness of the importance of and/or strategies for creating inclusive environments.

  Note: The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) provides a variety of resources to support awareness of the role of school counselors across domains. Prior to responding to this prompt, applicants may find it helpful to review ASCA’s (2021) The School Counselor and Cultural Diversity position statement.

• International Applicant Requirements

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  If you are an international applicant, you must complete your practicum and internship and seek licensure in the United States. This program is designed for school counselors working in P-12 schools in approved states within the United States and may not meet the licensure or professional requirements of other countries. 

  If you are living outside of the United States, please contact the Admission team for support and to learn more about your options for completing the program requirements.

  It is strongly encouraged that you submit all application materials at least 14 business days in advance of a priority deadline to allow enough time for your application to be evaluated by the Office of International Admission. 

  For information regarding visa documentation and federal and university policies please refer to International Student & Scholar Services.

  Transcripts and proof of degree documents for postsecondary degrees earned from institutions outside of the United States will be released to a third-party international credential evaluator to assess U.S. education system equivalencies.  Beginning July 2023, a non-refundable fee for this service will be required before the application is processed.

  International Degree Evaluation Fee: $50 Evaluation Fee for degrees (bachelor’s or higher) earned from institutions outside the United States.

• Additional Standards for Non-Native English Speakers

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  Official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or C1 Advanced are required of all graduate applicants, regardless of citizenship status, whose native language is not English or who have been educated in countries where English is not the native language. Your TOEFL/IELTS/CAE scores are valid for two years from the test date.

  The minimum TOEFL/IELTS/C1 Advanced test score requirements for this degree program are:

  • Minimum TOEFL Score (Internet-based test): 80
  • Minimum IELTS Score: 6.5
  • Minimum C1 Advanced Score: 176
  • Minimum Duolingo English Test Score: 115 (Accepting scores starting September 2023 and beyond)