admission requirements to the master's degree program

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS to the MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM http://www.fullerton.edu/catalog/pdf/Admissions_And_Registration.pdf#Graduate_Regulations

The minimum requirements for admission to master’s and post baccalaureate studies at a California State University campus are in accordance with University regulations, as well as Title 5, chapter 1, Subchapter 3

of the California Code of Regulations. Specifically a student shall at the time of enrollment:

1. Have completed a four-year college course of study and hold an acceptable baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association, or equivalent preparation as determined

by appropriate campus authorities;

2. Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended;

3. Have attained a grade point average of at least 2.5 in an acceptable earned baccalaureate degree or attained a grade point average of at least 2.5 in the last 60 semesters units (90 quarter units) attempted;

4. Satisfactorily meet the professional, personal, scholastic, and other standards for graduate study, included qualifying examinations, as appropriate campus authorities may prescribe.

5. For international students, all applicants, regardless of citizenship, whose native language is other than English are required to submit proof of English proficiency before an admissions decision can be made.

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Admission Requirements

ACCOUNTANCY –

General

Application deadline for

Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.S. Dr. Fatima Alali

[email protected]

Contact: Diane Mazzey

[email protected]

278-

3173

SGMH-

4210

Mihaylo College of Business &

Economics

http://business.fullerton.edu/account

ing

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 90

TOEFL paper exam: 570

Students must meet the CSU requirements for admission to a master’s

degree program. In addition, applicants will be evaluated based on the

following:

1) Satisfactory score on the Graduate Management Admission Test

(GMAT). Students must score in the top 50 percent on the verbal,

quantitative and analytical writing A bachelor’s degree with a

major in business administration and a concentration in

accounting (equivalent to the degree and concentration as offered

at CSUF) with at least an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B. The

degree must include calculus equivalent to passing MATH with a

“C” (2.0) or better. Courses in the major are to be no more than

seven years old, and courses in the accounting concentration no

more than five years old. Courses in the major (including the

accounting concentration) must have at least a 3.0 (B) GPA, and

courses with grades lower than “C” (2.0) must be repeated.

Applicants who have a bachelor’s degree in a field other than

Business Administration with a concentration in accounting may

be considered for admission. If admitted, such students will be

required to complete additional courses or demonstrate

proficiency as described in the next section.

Students admitted without a bachelor’s degree in Business Ad-

ministration (with a concentration in accounting) will be required

to satisfy the following requirements either prior to or during

their residency at CSUF.

a) All students admitted with a business degree with a

concentration other than accounting must complete the

following accounting prerequisite courses: ACCT 301A,

301B, 302, 307 and 308. These accounting prerequisite

courses must be completed with at least a 3.0 (B) GPA, with

a “C” (2.0) or better for each individual course. Courses

with grades lower than “C” must be repeated. These

requirements are in addition to the Study Plan as described

below.

b) All students admitted with a bachelor’s degree in a field

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other than Business Administration will be required to take

(or demonstrate proficiency in) the following

courses/academic topics either prior to or during their

residency at CSUF: MATH 135 and ISDS 265; business

foundation courses (ACCT 510, ECON 515, and MGMT

339); and accounting prerequisite courses (ACCT 301A,

301B, 302, 307, and 308). These courses must be completed

with at least a 3.0 (B) GPA, with a “C” (2.0) or better for

each individual course. Courses with grades lower than ‘C’

must be repeated. These requirements are in addition to the

Study Plan.

2) A minimum score of 570 on the paper exam, or 90 on the internet

based (iBT) TOEFL is required (for international students); and

3) A recommendation from the Accountancy Admissions Commit-

tee based upon a review of the above requirements, the student’s

“Statement of Purpose” and prior work experience.

Additional coursework may be required of admitted students who

holistically satisfy the criteria but are weak in one of the above areas. For

more information, visit http://business.fullerton.edu/graduateprograms/

msacct/

AMERICAN STUDIES –

General


Spring 2015: n/a

M.A. Dr. Adam Golub

[email protected]

278-

3564

UH-313 College of Humanities & Social

Studies

http://amst.fullerton.edu/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80




following:

1) Hold a bachelor’s degree with a major, or its equivalent, in

American studies or in an appropriate discipline of the

humanities or social sciences;

2) Have a grade-point average of at least 3.2 in upper-division major

courses; and

3) Submit two satisfactory letters of recommendation from

instructors in upper-division major courses.

Students whose undergraduate program indicates certain limited

subject, grade or breadth deficiencies may be considered for admission, at

the discretion of the graduate adviser, with approval of the department’s

graduate committee. In such cases, a student must make up deficiencies,

in consultation with the graduate adviser, and must complete all required

courses with at least a “B” (3.0) average before classified graduate

standing may be considered.

For more information, visit http://amst.fullerton.edu/academics/

grad_prog.asp.

ANTHROPOLOGY – M.A. Dr. Barbra Erickson 278- MH- College of Humanities & Social IELTS: 6.5 Students must meet the CSU requirements for admission to a master’s

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General


Spring 2015: n/a

[email protected]

3626 426 Studies

http://anthro.fullerton.edu/

TOEFL iBT: 80


degree program. In addition, admission to conditionally classified

standing is contingent upon evaluation and acceptance by the Graduate

Affairs Committee.

The Department of Anthropology requires a grade-point average of 3.0

in all undergraduate coursework in anthropology and completed 27 units

of approved Anthropology coursework. Students with limited subject or

grade deficiencies may be considered for admission to the program if they

agree to complete, with at least a “B” (3.0) average, additional courses

selected by the Graduate Study Committee. Subject deficiencies must be

met prior to candidacy. Students entering the MA program from other

fields or other departments of anthropology should discuss appropriate

course substitution with the graduate adviser. The department does not

permit substitutions for the core courses.

For more information, visit http://anthro.fullerton.edu/Grad.htm.

ART


Spring 2015: Oct. 17

Concentration:

Drawing & Painting

Sculpture

Crafts: Ceramics, Glass,

Wood, Jewelry/

Metalsmithing

Design: Graphic

Design, Illustration,

Exhibition Design,

Creative Photography

(Art) History

Drawing, Painting &

Sculpture

Ceramics: Glass

Crafts: Jewelry/

Metalsmithing &

Woodworking

Design: Design,

M.A.

M.F.A.

M.A.

M.A.

M.A.

M.A.

M.A.

M.F.A.

M.F.A.

M.F.A.

M.F.A.

[email protected]

du

Prof. Christina Smith

Contact Laura Garcia

[email protected]

278-

3471

VA-102 College of the Arts

http://www.fullerton.edu/arts/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



TOEFL iBT: 85


TOEFL iBT: 85

Master of Arts:



following:

1) A baccalaureate degree in art with the same concentration as the

graduate degree objective from an accredited institution, or 24

upper-division units in art of which 12 units must be in a

concentration completed with a “B” (3.0) or better in all courses.

2) Satisfactory committee evaluation: review of creative work and

oral examination;

3) For Graphic Design concentration, Int’l students whose native

language was not English must have a TOEFL score of 560

(paper) or 85(iBt). Applicants are advised that most upper-

division courses require lower-division prerequisites. A faculty

adviser should be consulted with regard to recommended courses;

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/arts/art/programs/

ma_admission.html

Master of Fine Arts



following:

1) Baccalaureate degree in art with the same concentration as the

graduate degree objective from an accredited institution, or 24

upper-division units in art, 18 of which must be in the

concentration completed with a “B” (3.0) or better in all


http://anthro.fullerton.edu/

http://anthro.fullerton.edu/Grad.htm




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Illustration & Exhibition

(Creative) Photography

M.F.A.

courses. Applicants are advised that most upper-division

courses require lower-division prerequisites;

2) Satisfactory committee evaluation: review of creative work and

oral examination;

3) For Graphic Design concentration, Int’l students whose native

language was not English must have a TOEFL score of 560

(paper) or 85(iBt).

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/arts/art/programs/

mfa_admission.html

BIOLOGY – General


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.S. Dr. Paul Stapp

[email protected]

Contact Karen Lau

[email protected]

278-

3614

MH-

282

College of Natural Sciences &

Mathematics

http://www.fullerton.edu/biology/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80




following:

1) A B.A. or B.S. in Biological Science or related area at an

accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA in biology courses and 2.5

GPA in the related courses in mathematics, chemistry and

physics;

2) Submitting scores from the Graduate Record Examination

General Test, Medical College Admission Test or Dental

Admission Test;

3) Completing the departmental application;

4) Submitting two letters of recommendation; and

5) Acceptance by a thesis adviser.

Students with deficiencies may be considered for conditional

acceptance into the program. For conditionally accepted students, the

specific conditions and a deadline for their completion are determined at

the time of admission; continuation in the M.S. program is dependent

upon completion of the admission conditions by the specified deadline.

For more information visit http://www.fullerton.edu/biology/grads/.

BIOTECHNOLOGY

M.Bt


Mathematics

http://www.calstate.edu/pabs/

BUSINESS

ADMINISTRATION


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

Concentration:

Accounting

Business Economics

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

Dr. Melissa Lopez

[email protected]

Contact Diane Mazzey

[email protected]

278-

3173

SGMH-

4210


Economics

http://business.fullerton.edu/graduat

eprograms/mba-programs.htm

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 90




following:

1) A satisfactory score on the Graduate Management Admission

Test (GMAT). Students should score in the top 50 percent on the

verbal, quantitative and analytical writing areas;

2) A minimum TOEFL score of 570 on the paper exam, or 90 on the

internet based (iBT) is required (for international students); and

3) A recommendation from the MBA Admissions Committee based

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Business Analytics

Entrepreneurship

Finance

General

Information Systems

International Business

Management

Organizational

Leadership

Decision Sciences

Marketing

Risk Management &

Insurance

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

M.B.A.

upon a review of the above requirements, the student’s “State-

ment of Purpose” and prior work experience.


holistically satisfy the criteria but are weak in one of the above areas.

All newly admitted students must demonstrate proficiency in calculus,

and statistics, either at the time of admission or within their first year of

study. The technical courses listed below, or equivalent coursework, must

be completed with a “C” (2.0) or better:

MATH 135 Business Calculus (3)

ISDS 361A Quantitative Bus Analysis: Probability & Statistics (3)

OR

ISDS 513 Statistical Analysis (3)

For more information, visit http://business.fullerton.edu/

graduateprograms/mba-programs.htm.

CHEMISTRY – General



Emphasis:

Geochemistry 02/02

Options:

Analytical

Biochemistry

Inorganic

Organic

Physical

M.A.

M.S.

Dr. Zhuangjie Li

[email protected]

Dr. Zhuangjie Li

[email protected]

278-

3621

278-

3621

MH-

580

MH-

580


Mathematics

http://chemsrvr2.fullerton.edu/MSC

hem_overview.asp

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


Master of Arts

This course-based degree is intended for those interested in high school

or community college teaching, technical librarianship, scientific writing,

or who have significant research experience and are currently employed

in the industrial sector. Usually, students entering the graduate program

will have completed undergraduate degrees in Chemistry or Biochemistry.

Those with degrees in other disciplines must have had at least a year each

of general and organic chemistry, including laboratories. Additional

coursework will be required to make up the deficiencies; the Graduate

Program Advisor will help the student plan their course of study, so as to

complete the prerequisites in a timely manner.

For further information and details, contact the Graduate Program

Advisor or visit http://chemsrvr2.fullerton.edu/MAChem_Overview.asp

Master of Science



following:

1) An undergraduate degree in chemistry or a selection of science

courses deemed as adequate preparation for further study in

chemistry by the Department Graduate Committee;

2) At least a 2.75 GPA in science courses;

3) For students holding undergraduate degrees from non-U.S.-

accredited institutions, the GRE subject examination (Chemistry

or Biochemistry), with scores reported to the department;

All incoming students are required to pass an analytical writing exam.

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Any student failing to pass will be required to take a remedial writing

class. Each student is required to take and pass placement examinations or

take and pass the appropriate courses with a “B” (3.0) or better. Graduate

students in one of the chemistry options must demonstrate competency by

passing four placement examinations in the following five areas of

chemistry: analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, and/or biochemistry.

Graduate students in the biochemistry option must demonstrate

competency in the following areas of chemistry: analytical, organic,

biochemistry, as well as either physical or biology.

A student may take each placement examination two times within the

first year of enrolling in the graduate program. A student who does not

pass the placement examinations within the first year must demonstrate

competency by passing with a “B” (3.0) or better the appropriate courses

within two years after first enrolling.

The appropriate courses are CHEM 301B for organic, 315 for

analytical, 325 for inorganic, 361A,B for physical (biochemistry option),

371A,B for physical (chemistry option), 423A,B for biochemistry and

BIOL 273 for biology.

For more information, visit http://chemsrvr2.fullerton.edu/

MSChem_overview.asp.

CIVIL ENGINEERING-

General


Spring 2015: Nov.1

Concentration:

Environmental

Engineering

M.S. Dr. Uksun Kim

[email protected]

278-

3012

E-100D College of Engineering & Computer

Science

http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. Applicants meeting these requirements will be admitted

to the graduate program in Civil Engineering and will advance to

classified standing immediately after filing an adviser-approved study

plan in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department office.

Students not meeting the above requirements may be admitted and will be

required to take additional prerequisite coursework.

Any student entering the M.S. degree program without a B.S. in Civil

Engineering will be required to complete deficiency courses prior to

beginning coursework for the master’s degree. All deficiency courses

must be completed before the final semester of coursework.

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/cee/

current/goverview.asp.

COMMUNICATIONS –

General

Application deadline for Spring 2015: Nov. 1

Concentration:

Communications in

M.A. Dr. Andi Stein

[email protected]

Contact Liz Regan

[email protected]

278-

3518

CO-400 College of Communications

http://communications.fullerton.edu/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, the following factors will be taken into

consideration by the Graduate Committee in determining who shall be

admitted to the program:

1) Minimum Grade-point average of 2.75 with 3.0 in the major

2) Minimum GRE score of 153 on the verbal portion

3) Letters of recommendation (preferably on department forms)

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Tourism &

Entertainment

Mass Communications

Research & Theory

Professional

Communications

4) Professional objectives as presented in a student letter of intent

5) If concentration is Tourism and Entertainment, minimum five

years executive experience in tourism industry.

6) If preparatory work was in a language other than English, a

minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper) or 80 (iBT) is required.

For more information, visit http://communications.fullerton.edu//

departments/comm/comm-masters.asp.

COMMUNICATION

STUDIES - General


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.A. Dr. Gary Ruud

[email protected]

278-

3617

CP-420 College of Communications


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. Applicants for Communication Studies are required to

have a baccalaureate in communication studies or an allied field or

complete nine units of approved background studies in communication

studies.

In addition, the following factors will be taken into consideration by the

Graduate Committee in determining who shall be admitted to the

program:

1) Grade-point average of 2.5 overall and 3.0 in approved

background studies




departments/hcomm/hcomm-sp-ma.asp.

COMMUNICATIVE

DISORDERS – General


Spring 2015: n/a

M.A. Dr. Ying-Chiao Tsao

[email protected]

278-

3617

CP-420 College of Communications


/departments/hcomm/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants for the Communicative Disorders

Program must have a baccalaureate in communicative disorders or the

equivalent. The equivalent consists of a prescribed list of courses that

total 36 semester units and form an appropriate background for graduate

studies.

In addition, the following factors will be taken into consideration by the

Graduate Committee in determining who shall be admitted to the

program:

1) Grade-point average of 2.5 overall and 3.0 in approved

background studies



4) Enrollment in HCOM 501


departments/hcomm/hcomm-cd-ma.asp.

COMPUTER

ENGINEERING –

M.S. Dr. Kiran George

[email protected]

278-

2640

E213 College of Engineering & Computer

Science

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


degree program. If Bachelor’s degree is not in computer engineering,

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General


http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/cpe

TOEFL paper exam: 550 satisfactory completion of additional prerequisites may be required.

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/future/

admissions/graduate.asp.

COMPUTER SCIENCE

– General


M.S. Dr. Mariko Molodowitch

[email protected]

Contact Sandra Boulanger

[email protected]

278-

3700

CS-522 College of Engineering & Computer

Sciences


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80




following:

1) Satisfactory completion of the following courses or equivalents,

including prerequisites – CPSC 121, 131, 240, 323, 335, 351, 362

and MATH 270A,B, 338; and

2) Competency in written communication in English must be dem-

onstrated by a passing score on the California State University

Examination in Writing Proficiency. The requirement must be

satisfied before the student can be classified and before 500-level

courses may be attempted. The student who fails to pass the EWP

test may complete CPSC 311 with a “B” (3.0) or better as an

alternative to the EWP requirement.

The courses provide an adequate basis for graduate work, while not

unfairly precluding admission of persons without a bachelor’s degree in

computer science. These courses have prerequisites, and students without

preparation in a closely related degree may have additional work to

complete. Refer to the catalog descriptions for prerequisites of each

course deficiency.

Students with knowledge equivalent to any or all of these prerequisite

courses are encouraged to satisfy such prerequisites by advanced

placement examinations.

For more information, consult a Computer Science graduate adviser or

visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/future/admissions/graduate.asp.

COUNSELING Application deadline for Spring 2015: n/a

Concentration:

Marriage & Family

Therapy

M.S.

[email protected]

Dr. David Shepard

[email protected]

Contact Molly Duncan

278-

3042

EC-405 College of Health & Human

Development

http://hhd.fullerton.edu/counsel/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, admission to the program is based upon

indicators of the applicant’s potential for becoming an effective

counseling practitioner including, but not limited to grade point average

(GPA), letters of reference, personal statement, approved undergraduate

preparation and departmental interview. Admission is not based on any

single factor, but on a composite assessment of all factors and is at the

sole discretion of the Counseling Department’s Admissions Committee.

The following are required for consideration to the program:

1) An acceptable Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) from a

regionally accredited institution.

2) A minimum GPA of 3.0 for the undergraduate degree.

3) A minimum GPA of 3.2 for four prerequisite courses in

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behavioral science courses (or equivalents): counseling theory,

research methods or statistics, abnormal psychology, and human

development.

At least two of the four prerequisites must be completed at the time of

entrance; any remaining prerequisite(s) must be completed during the first

semester of enrollment.

Three letters of recommendation. These letters should address the

author's assessment of your suitability for pursuing graduate studies

and entering the counseling profession. At least one letter must be

academic (i.e., written by a professor or an instructor). The

Department understands that for some applicants, contacting former

instructors is not feasible; in these situations, professional

references, written by supervisors or managers who are familiar

with your work, are also appropriate.

An interview with Department faculty.

The GRE is not required.

A detailed personal statement (approximately 3,000 words) should

inform the faculty about the applicant's Educational Background

Personal biography and its relevance to your goal of becoming a

counselor

Strengths and weaknesses

Understanding of the counseling profession, and motivation and

suitability for entering it;

Long-term professional goals. This statement is very important

because it enables the faculty to make informed decisions regarding

admission.

For more information, visit http://hhd.fullerton.edu/counsel/

degree.htm#Top.

ECONOMICS – General


M.A. Dr. Dipankar Purkayastha

[email protected]

278-

3622

SGMH-

3313


Economics

http://business.fullerton.edu/econom

ics/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 88



degree program. In addition, admission to the program will be based on

the following:

1) A GPA of at least 3.0 in the following courses or their

equivalents (corresponding CSUF courses are in parenthesis)–

Business Calculus (MATH 135), Principles of Microeconomics

(ECON 201), Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON 202),

Intermediate Microeconomics (ECON 310 or 315), Intermediate

Macroeconomics (ECON 320), Probability and Statistics (ISDS

361A or ECON 340), and one advanced undergraduate elective in

economics;

2) For international students, a score of 570 on the TOEFL paper

exam or 88 on the IBT is required; and

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3) Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores, at least two confi-

dential letters of recommendation, a résumé and a Statement of

Purpose from the applicant sent directly to the Graduate Adviser

in Economics. Persons who have known the candidate profes-

sionally should write the letters of recommendation. There are no

forms. The letters should be written on official letterhead, and the

letters should discuss both the strengths and the weaknesses of

the applicant. The statement of purpose should not exceed 750

words.

An applicant who does not meet one or more of the requirements above

(including international students who score between 550 and 570 on

TOEFL), may still be considered for admission, depending on the

evaluation of the entire application file (the students must, however, have

a GPA of 2.5 in the last 60 semester units at the time of admission). If

admitted, an applicant with one or more deficiencies may be asked to take

specified deficiency courses and exams. Students admitted with

deficiencies are called “conditionally classified” students. Conditionally

classified students can take a limited number of courses at the graduate

level, subject to the approval of the graduate adviser of the department.

Students are expected to advance promptly to classified standing.

Classified students are eligible to take graduate courses for which they are

qualified.


economics/graduate.htm.

EDUCATION

Concentration:

Bilingual/Bicultural

Education

Education

M.S.

M.S.

Dr. Kim Norman

[email protected]

Contact Heather Terry

[email protected]

Dr. Leigh Barton

278-

4731

278-

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


IELTS: 6.5



the following:

1) Basic teaching credential or equivalent experience;

2) Approved major (minimum of 24 units upper division or graduate)

3) 3.0 grade-point average on previous academic and related work

4) Language competence (English and Spanish) as determined by

satisfactory interviews or coursework;

5) Completion of SPAN 466

Credit will be given for previous post baccalaureate studies when

possible. Otherwise, well-qualified students may be admitted with limited

subject or grade deficiencies, but these deficiencies must be removed.

For more information, visit http://ed.fullerton.edu/edel/future-

students/masters-program/masters-degree-options/


http://business.fullerton.edu/%20economics/graduate.htm

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Administration

Educational Technology

Elementary Curriculum

and Instruction

Emphasis:

Diversity

Early Childhood Ed

Math & Science

Professional Inquiry

& Practice

Staff Development

Tech in Ed

Elementary

Curriculum &

Instruction/Credential

Combined

M.S.

M.S.

[email protected]

Dr. Kim Norman

[email protected]


[email protected]

Dr. Kim Norman

[email protected]


[email protected]

4023

278-

4731

278-

4731

TOEFL iBT: 80


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


degree program. In addition, an applicant should have successful teaching

experience in an elementary or secondary school. (If such experience is

not available, other experience in related fields is an alternative if

approved by a graduate adviser before starting the program.) A candidate

portfolio is also required.

A student, who meets the admission requirements, has a minimum 2.5

GPA in previous academic work and a 3.0 GPA in Education courses may

be granted classified graduate standing upon approval of a study plan.

For more information, visit http://ed.fullerton.edu/edleadership/future-

students/k-12-m-s-and-tier-i-preliminary-administrative-credential/

An online option is available for the Concentration in Educational

Technology. Students must meet the CSU requirements for admission to

a master’s degree program. In addition, admission to the program will be

based on the following:

1) Basic teaching credential or equivalent experience

2) Approved major (minimum of 24 units upper division or graduate)

3) 3.0 grade-point average on previous academic and related work


possible. Otherwise well-qualified students may be admitted with limited


For more information, visit http://ed.fullerton.edu/edel/future-

students/masters-program/masters-degree-options/



the following:

1) Basic teaching credential or equivalent experience or if no

credential, may be admitted to the combined Credential/MS in

Ed(Elem Curr & Inst) pathway

2) Approved major (minimum of 24 units upper division or

graduate)

3) Cumulative grade-point average of 3.0, or 3.0 GPA in the last 60

units


possible. Otherwise well-qualified students may be admitted with limited







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Higher Education

Reading

Secondary Education

o Teacher Induction

o Teaching

Foundational

Mathematics

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

Dr. Eugene Fujimoto

Contact Pam Bellomy

[email protected]

Dr. Rosario Ordonez-Jasis

[email protected]

Contact: Shannon Wilson

[email protected]

Dr. Chris Street

[email protected]

278-

4022

278-

3497

278-

7769

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, an applicant should have a successful

teaching experience in an elementary or secondary school. (If such

experience is not available, other experience in related fields is an

alternative if approved by a graduate adviser before starting the program.)

A candidate portfolio is also required.


students/higher-education-m-s/


degree program. In addition, an applicant must have

1) an approved major;

2) a grade-point average of 3.0 in the last 60 semester units;

3) a grade-point average of 3.0 in academic and related work

4) California Single Subject or Multiple Subject teaching credential.

(by completion of the program – Specialist Credential only*)

5) Successful teaching experience at elementary, secondary or

college levels, or other approved experience (by completion of

the program – Specialist Credential only*)

6) Satisfactory departmental application, interview and 4 references

7) Sufficient background in Reading.

A student who meets the admission requirements and the following

requirements may be granted classified graduate standing upon the

development of an approved study plan.

For more information, visit http://ed.fullerton.edu/reading/future-

students/masters-in-reading/


degree program Students must also meet the following admission

requirements:

1) an approved major;

2) grade-point average of 3.0 on previous academic and related

work;

3) proof of a current teaching credential;

4) current professional resume;

5) 500-word statement of purpose outlining your interest in the

Secondary Education Master’s Program (e.g., any areas of special

interest or emphasis you plan to pursue as a graduate student, a

brief description of your current teaching position or anything

else that would facilitate an informed decision on your





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Special Education

TESOL

M.S.

M.S.

Dr. Adrian Woo Jung

[email protected]

Dr. Juan Carlos Gallego

[email protected]

278-

4106

278-

3534

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


application); and

6) two or more letters of recommendation that address your aptitude

for graduate study including your teaching skills as well as your

academic preparation. Grade-point average deficiencies may be

removed by a demonstration of competency in the graduate

program.

For more information, visit http://ed.fullerton.edu/seced/future-

students/graduate-program/


degree program. In addition, applicants must have

1) Earned a grade-point average of 3.0 or better in all previous

academic and related work

2) An approved major

3) Sufficient background in Reading

4) Completion of SPED 371 Exceptional Individual

5) Satisfactory interview and autobiography

For more information, visit http://ed.fullerton.edu/sped/future-

students/graduate-program/.


degree program. In addition, the candidate must have a 3.0 grade-point

average in the major and 2.7 in the last 60 semester units.

For more information, visit

http://hss.fullerton.edu/mll/academics/tesol/ms_tesol.asp.

EDUCATION

LEADERSHIP

Concentrations:

Pre K-12 Leadership

Community College

Leadership


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

Ed.D.

Ed.D.

Ed.D.

Dr. John Hoffman

[email protected]

Dr. Natalie Tran

Dr. Merri Beckhman

278-

4023

CP-520

CP-520

College of Education

http://ed.fullerton.edu/edd

[email protected]

[email protected]

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


Minimum requirements for admission include:

1) An earned baccalaureate degree and master’s degree from accred-

ited institutions of higher education with a GPA in upper division

and graduate study of 3.0 or above

2) Sufficient preparation and experience pertinent to educational

leadership to benefit from the program

3) Submission of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores on

the three GRE tests, taken within the last five years

4) Demonstrated educational leadership potential and skills, includ-

ing successful experience in school, postsecondary, community

and/or policy leadership

5) Demonstrated academic excellence, problem-solving ability and

an interest in critically assessing and bringing about



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improvements within current educational policies and practices

6) Three confidential recommendation forms attesting to the leader-

ship ability and scholarship of the candidate

7) A written statement of purpose reflecting understanding of the

challenges facing the public schools or community colleges/

institutions of higher education in California

8) Professional resume

9) Examples of professional writing

10) Response to a writing prompt administered on-campus prior to

the interview

11) Interview with the Admissions Committee

Meeting the minimum requirements qualifies an individual for

consideration, but does not guarantee admission to the Program.

Admission will be granted on a competitive basis. The Ed.D. in

Educational Leadership will not include a foreign language requirement.


students/higher-education-m-s/.

ELECTRICAL

ENGINEERING

Option:

Systems Engineering


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.S. Dr. David Cheng

[email protected]

278-

3013

E-100A College of Engineering & Computer

Science


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, to qualify for admission in conditionally

classified standing, applicants must meet the following departmental

requirements:

1) Bachelor’s degree in an engineering program accredited by the

Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, abet.org; and

2) Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. An undergraduate GPA of 2.5-

2.99 will be considered for conditional admission (deficiency

courses will be assigned by the adviser).

Students with grade deficiencies, degrees from non-ABET accredited

universities or undergraduate majors other than Electrical Engineering

may be considered for conditional admission. However, any deficiencies

must be made up prior to advancing to classified standing and prior to

beginning coursework for the master’s degree. Requirements for fulfilling

deficiencies include a minimum of six units of adviser-approved

coursework. Deficiencies must be completed with minimum GPA of 3.0.

Each applicant file will be reviewed by the department graduate

admissions adviser. Upon admission, the applicant is required to make an

appointment with the graduate program coordinator. The program

coordinator will assign a faculty adviser based on the student’s areas of

interest and career objectives.

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/ee/

eemasters_01.asp.





http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/ee/%20eemasters_01.asp

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ENGLISH – General

Application deadline for Spring 2015: n/a

M.A. Dr. Chris Westgate

[email protected]

278-

3163


Studies

http://english.fullerton.edu/english

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


Applicants must meet the CSU requirements for admission to a

master’s degree program. In addition:

1) The department requires a bachelor’s degree in English or Com-

parative Literature from an accredited institution with at least a

3.0 grade-point average in the upper-division major courses,

provided that a minimum of 24 units of upper-division

coursework is included. If the applicant holds a bachelor’s degree

in another major, 24 units of upper-division coursework in

English and/or Comparative Literature must be completed with at

least a 3.0 grade-point average before beginning work in the

master’s degree program.

2) In the event that the applicant’s grade-point average in pre-

requisite courses is below 3.0, he or she may take additional

upper-division English and/or Comparative Literature course-

work and reapply to the program. The applicant should consult

with the graduate adviser to determine appropriate coursework.

Some courses taken to make up qualitative deficiencies may be

credited toward the M.A., if completed with a “B” (3.0) or better,

and if applicable to the student’s particular study plan. Courses

taken to remove quantitative deficiencies may not be applied to

the M.A. program.

3) A writing sample will also be required of all applicants. The

writing sample should demonstrate advanced skill in literary

analysis or rhetorical and expository writing. A paper written for

an upper-division literature course and analyzing one or more

elements in one or more literary works is preferred. The writing

sample should be approximately five to 10 pages long, and

include secondary research. Applicants who do not have course

papers available should contact the department graduate adviser

for advice.

4) Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation from

individuals best qualified to judge their potential for graduate

study in English.

5) All applicants, regardless of citizenship, whose preparatory

education was principally in a language other than English, must

demonstrate competence in English. Those who do not possess a

bachelor’s degree from a postsecondary institution where English

is the principal language of instruction must receive a minimum

TOEFL score of 600 (paper) or 100 (Internet), or 7.5 on the

International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Students must satisfy a foreign language requirement with one of the

following options:


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1) two years of foreign language at the college or university level;

2) one 400-level course in a foreign language or in literature taught

in a foreign language;

3) LING 406 or 412; or another 400-level linguistics course

approved by the graduate adviser. This requirement may be

satisfied prior to or after admission to the M.A. program.

For more information, visit http://english.fullerton.edu/academics/

eng_grad_program/.

ENVIRONMENTAL

ENGINEERING -

General (online)


M.S. Dr. Jeff Kuo

[email protected]

278-

3012

E-219 Colleg of Engineering & Computer

Science


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, students with non-engineering baccalaureate

degrees will be considered if they have completed:

1) mathematics through differential equations;

2) two semesters of college chemistry;

3) two semesters of college physics;

4) fluid mechanics; and

5) one undergraduate-level environmental engineering course (these

deficiency courses may be taken concurrently while conditionally

admitted into the program).

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/env/.

ENVIRONMENTAL

STUDIES

Concentration:

Environment & Society

Environmental Sciences

& Technology


Spring 2015: n/a

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

[email protected]

Dr. Peter Fashing

278-

5775

H-420 College of Humanities & Social

Sciences

http://hss.fullerton.edu/envstud/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, the program requires a grade-point average

of 3.0 in the last 60 units of coursework attempted and two letters of

recommendation, at least one of which must come from a college or

university.

Because the program accepts students as a cohort, the size of the cohort

will limit the number of applicants accepted. Applicants’ interests much

match those of the faculty advisers. Students must indicate potential

advisers in their letters of intent (review faculty adviser interests at:

http://hss.fullerton.edu/envstud/index.asp) and should contact potential

advisers prior to submitting applications.

Prerequisites for admission differ, depending on the selected track.

The Environment and Society track: one undergraduate course in

ecology; one course in quantitative methods.

Environmental Sciences and Technology track: nine upper-

division units in the natural and/or physical sciences,

mathematics and/or engineering. Students without these

prerequisites may be admitted provisionally, but must take these

courses during their first year. In addition, students must be

assigned an adviser upon entry. Additional requisites may be

established at the discretion of the adviser.

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GEOGRAPHY –

General


M.A. Dr. Jonathan Taylor

[email protected]

278-

3161

H-429D College of Humanities & Social

Science

http://geography.fullerton.edu/geog/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, the department requires a grade-point

average of at least 3.0 in the last 60 semester units attempted and a 3.0

grade-point average in all geography courses. Students who have no, or a

limited, background in geography will be expected to make up the deficit

by taking appropriate coursework in consultation with the departmental

graduate adviser.

All students are required to demonstrate competency in each of

geography’s four main subfields: human, physical, regional and technical.

Competency is normally demonstrated by completion of at least 18 units

at the upper-division or graduate level with a 3.0 grade-point average.

For more information, visit http://geography.fullerton.edu/geog/

program.asp.

GEOLOGY – General



M.S. Dr. Matthew Kirby

[email protected]

278-

2158

MH-

254


Mathematics

http://geology.fullerton.edu/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, acceptance into this program in a classified

standing is contingent upon the following:

1) Bachelor’s degree in geology from an accredited institution, with

an expected grade-point average of 3.0 in geology courses, which

normally includes the equivalent to core courses of the Cal State

Fullerton Geology B.S. program and a 2.5 grade-point-average in

related science and mathematics courses; or, in the case of a

bachelor’s degree in a related area, a selection of science courses

deemed as adequate preparation for further study in geology by

the Department Graduate Committee

2) Satisfactory performance on the Graduate Record Examination

Aptitude Test with an expected score in the 50th percentile or

better on the verbal and quantitative tests

3) Two letters of recommendation

4) Completion of the departmental application

5) Availability of faculty and resources in the student’s stated area of interest

Students with limited subject or grade deficiencies may be considered

for conditional acceptance into the program if they meet all other

departmental and university requirements. Conditionally classified

graduate standing may be removed upon completion of adviser- and

graduate-committee-approved postgraduate courses in geology,

mathematics, chemistry or physics, with grades of “B” (3.0) or better.

Students with a degree in a related field and/or substantial subject

deficiencies are encouraged to apply. Such applicants may be considered

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for conditional acceptance if they meet all other departmental and

university requirements. Such a student may later qualify for classified

standing by completing all courses recommended by the Department

Graduate Committee and by maintaining a 3.0 grade-point average in

geology and in related science and mathematics courses.

For more information, visit http://geology.fullerton.edu/

index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=155&Itemid=173.

GERONTOLOGY –

General


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.S. Dr. Karen Wong

[email protected]

278-

7057

RGC-

008

College of Humanities & Social

Sciences

http://hss.fullerton.edu/gerontology/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


An applicant who meets the following requirements may be considered

for conditionally classified graduate standing: a baccalaureate degree

from an accredited institution and a grade point average of at least 3.0 in

the last 60 units attempted; 3.0 GPA of Gerontology related courses;

submission of the formal application form; submission of two copies of

transcripts from all institutions attended; three letters of recommendation;

and a letter from the student stating professional objectives. A

Gerontology Program Application form must be filed with the

Gerontology Program Office.

The baccalaureate must be in gerontology or a related field in

conjunction with an undergraduate minor, certificate or emphasis in

gerontology or the equivalent. In the absence of the above, the student

should ordinarily have the following 12 units of upper-division

coursework in gerontology or their equivalent:

BIOL 306 Biology of Aging (3)

KNES 454 Physical Dimensions of Aging (3)

PSYC 362 Psychology of Aging (3)

SOCI 443 Sociology of Aging (3)

The following additional criteria may be taken into consideration:

research experience; previous paid or volunteer experience in working

with elderly people. It may be possible for applicants who have minimal

deficiencies in prerequisite requirements, as detailed above, but who are

otherwise highly qualified, to be admitted in conditionally classified

graduate standing, with provisions made for removal of deficiencies prior

to granting classified standing.

For further information, consult with the Gerontology Academic

Program Coordinator, or visit http://hss.fullerton.edu/gerontology/

ProspectiveStudents/.

HISTORY

Concentration:

Chicana/o Studies

M.A.

M.A.

Dr. Volker Janssen

[email protected]

278-

3905

H-815A College of Humanities & Social

Science

http://hss.fullerton.edu/history/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants must have a grade-point average

of at least 3.0 in the last 60 semester units and a 3.0 grade-point average

in upper-division history courses including 6 units each in American,

European, and Asian-African-Latin-American History. Only those who

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Emphasis:

Public History



have at least a 3.5 GPA in upper-division history courses may request an

exemption. Students with deficiencies will be considered for admission

only after they have completed courses approved by the coordinator.

For more information, visit http://hss.fullerton.edu/history/academics/

graduate_prog.asp.

INFORMATION

SYSTEMS

Concentration:

Business Analytics

Decision Science

E-Commerce


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

Dr. Bhushan Kapoor

[email protected]


[email protected]

278-

3173

SGMH-

4210


Economics

http://business.fullerton.edu/graduat

eprograms/msis/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 90


Admission is competitive. Students must meet the CSU requirements

for admission to a master’s degree program. In addition, applicants will be

evaluated based on the following:

1) Satisfactory score on the Graduate Management Admission Test

(GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE). Students must score

in the top 50 percent on the verbal, quantitative and analytical

writing areas.

2) A bachelor’s degree with a major in business administration

equivalent to the degree as offered at CSUF with at least an over-

all cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (B). The degree must

include calculus, equivalent to passing MATH 135, Business

Calculus with a “C” (2.0) or better. Courses in the major that are

more than seven years old must be evaluated/validated for

currency. Courses with grades lower than “C” (2.0) must be

repeated.

3) For international students, a minimum score of 570 on the

TOEFL paper exam or 90 on the internet based (iBT) is required

4) Recommendation from the ISDS Admission Committee based

upon a review of the above requirements, the student’s

“Statement of Purpose” and prior work experience. Additional

coursework may be required of conditionally admitted students

who holistically satisfy the criteria but are weak in one of the

above areas.


graduateprograms/msis/.

INFORMATION

TECHNOLOGY –

General (online)


Spring 2015: n/a

M.S. Dr. Pramod Pandya

[email protected]


[email protected]

278-

3173

SGMH-

4210


Economics

http://business.fullerton.edu/ISDS/m

sit/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80




following:

1) Minimum of 2 years practical experience in a functional area of

business

2) Minimum average score of 530 on the GRE or a total scaled

score of 530 on the GMAT

3) Submission of a written self-assessment explaining why they

believe they would be a good candidate for the program

4) Successful passage of a phone or face-to-face interview designed

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to assess their level of technology knowledge, skills and abilities

to be an online learner

5) Proficiency in office productivity tools using a personal computer

and knowledge and experience in utilizing Internet-based systems

6) For international students, a TOEFL score of 570 on the paper

exam is required

7) Attendance at the initial and midpoint seminar

For more information, visit http://business.fullerton.edu/ISDS/msit/.

INSTRUCTIONAL

DESIGN &

TECHNOLOGY –

General (online)


Spring 2015: n/a

M.S. Dr. Cynthia Gautreau

[email protected]

278-

2842

CP-

570-33


http://ed.fullerton.edu/msidt/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


New students are admitted once a year for the fall term segment that

begins in August. Deadline for completing online applications

(www.csumentor.edu) is the first Friday in March, as is the postmark

deadline for mailed applications. This deadline may be changed based

upon enrollment projections. Please check the program website for

current information at http://ed.fullerton.edu/msidt.


degree program. In addition, admission to conditional classified standing

in the program includes the following:

1) Minimum grade-point average of 3.0 in the last 60 semester units

attempted as documented by two official copies of transcripts

from all higher education institutions attended

2) For international students from countries where English is not the

official language, a TOEFL score of 575

3) Submission of a written self-assessment essay. Students must

submit a written essay on issues such as why they would be good

candidates for the program, including their experience in online

learning environments and curriculum development or training;

time management skills, their level and types of technology

skills, their technology access, ability to work independently and

professional goals

4) Successfully pass an interview designed to assess their level of

technology knowledge, skills, abilities to be an online learner and

professional goals

5) Technology requirements may be found on the program website,

http://ed.fullerton.edu/msidt

6) Complete of a readiness for online learning assessment tool

7) Continuation and completion of the program requires registration,

attendance and successful completion of the on-campus “Boot-

Up Camp” and the Midpoint Symposium (program requisites)

If circumstances force a student to fall out of their original cohort

schedule, they will be permitted to continue in the program, but will

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standing.

For more information, visit http://ed.fullerton.edu/msidt/.

KINESIOLOGY –

General



M.S. Dr. Traci Statler

[email protected]

Contact Mary Aboud

[email protected]

278-

3316

KHS-

121

College of Health & Human

Development

http://hdcs.fullerton.edu/knes/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants to the graduate program in

Kinesiology, must submit to the Kinesiology graduate program:

1) transcripts showing completion of an undergraduate degree in

Kinesiology (or equivalent field) with a grade-point average of at

least 3.2 in upper-division major coursework;

2) Graduate Record Exam general test results with recommended

minimum scores of 450 for the Verbal, 450 for the Quantitative

and 3.5 for Analytical Writing;

3) a 500-word essay describing the applicant’s

academic/professional interests, which also identifies a specific

Advising Track(s) of interest and, where possible, specific faculty

with whom they wish to work; and

4) two letters of recommendation, preferably from former faculty

who can address their academic ability and potential for success

in graduate school.

For more information, visit http://hdcs.fullerton.edu/knes/Graduate/

default.htm.

LINGUISTICS

Concentration:

Applied Linguistics

Analysis of Specific

Language Structure

Communication and

Semantics

Disorder of

Communication


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.A.

M.A.

M.A.

M.A.

M.A.

Dr. Patricia Schneider-Zioga

[email protected]

278-

3163


Studies

http://english.fullerton.edu/academic

s/ling_grad_program/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. Classified graduate standing requires a bachelor’s degree

in Linguistics or a related field from an accredited institution with at least

3.0 GPA in the major courses provided that a minimum of 24 units of

upper-division coursework is included.

If the student holds a bachelor’s degree in a major other than

linguistics, 24 units of upper-division coursework in linguistics with a

minimum of 3.0 GPA must have been completed, including:

LING 351 Introduction to Linguistic Phonetics & Phonology (3)

LING 406 Descriptive Linguistics (3)

LING 408 Syntax (3)

LING 412 Sociolinguistics (3)

LING 430 Historical Linguistics (3)

A student who has not completed one or more of the preceding four

courses may enroll in the required course(s) concurrently with graduate

coursework in the program.

If the student lacks the prerequisite number of linguistics courses, they

must be made up with at least a 3.0 GPA in such makeup coursework. In

the event that the student’s GPA in prerequisite Linguistics courses is less

than 3.0, six to nine units of probationary, adviser-approved coursework




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may be assigned. If the GPA in these probationary courses is 3.0 or better,

the student may be classified. Some courses taken to make up qualitative

deficiencies may be credited toward the M.A. if completed with a “B”

(3.0) or better, and if applicable to the student’s particular study plan.

Courses taken to remove quantitative deficiencies may not be applied to

the M.A. program.

Knowledge of one foreign language is required (equivalent of Modern

Languages 317 course). Students without coursework in a foreign

language may demonstrate proficiency by a score of average or better on

the MLA-ETS Proficiency Examination for Advanced Students. Work

toward fulfillment of this requirement may be taken concurrently with

graduate work in linguistics.

Modifications of certain prerequisite requirements may be permitted in

exceptional circumstances.

A study plan must be developed and approved for admission to

classified graduate standing.

For more information, visit http://english.fullerton.edu/academics/

ling_grad_program/.

MATHEMATICS

Option:

Applied Mathematics

Teaching Mathematics

Special Topics


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.A. Dr. Charles Lee

[email protected]

Dr. Armando Martinez-Cruz

[email protected]

Contact: Monica Ernandes

[email protected]

278-

4399

MH-

154


Mathematics

http://math.fullerton.edu/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants are admitted in conditionally

classified standing with a grade-point average of 3.0 or better as

undergraduate mathematics majors in all upper-division mathematics

courses, or a combination of previous coursework and work experience

approved as equivalent by the graduate committee of the Mathematics

Department.

For more information, visit http://math.fullerton.edu/programs/master-s-

degree-programs

MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING –

General


M.S. Dr. Chean Chin Ngo

[email protected]

278-

3014

E-100G College of Engineering & Computer

Science


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


To qualify for admission to a conditionally classified standing, students

must meet the CSU requirements for admission to a master’s degree

program. In addition, applicants must meet the following departmental

requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, e.g.,

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an institution

accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of

ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-

4012, telephone 410-347-7700

Students not meeting the above requirements may be admitted at the

discretion of the graduate adviser and may be required to take additional

units of adviser-approved prerequisite coursework. The student must

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demonstrate potential for graduate study by earning a grade point average

of 3.0 or higher in these courses.

Any student entering the Master of Science degree program without a

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering will also be required to complete courses

in the areas where the student is deemed to be deficient, prior to

beginning coursework for the Master’s degree.

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/me/

memasters.asp.

MUSIC

Option:

Music History &

Literature

Music Education

Piano Pedagogy

Concentration:

Performance

Theory-Composition



M.A.

M.M.

Dr. John Koegel

[email protected]

Dr. John Koegel

[email protected]

278-

3511

278-

3511

PA-220

PA-220

College of the Arts

http://www.fullerton.edu/ARTS/mus

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TOEFL iBT: 80


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


Three options are offered in the Master of Arts in Music program:

Option I in music history and literature;

Option II in music education; and

Option III in piano pedagogy.

All students must have completed at least 29 units of upper-division

music coursework with a minimum GPA of 3.0. For the entrance audi-

tion in history and literature, applicants must submit an example of a

previously written research paper on a musical subject. Applicants to the

program in music education and to the program in piano pedagogy must

submit a 30-minute tape demonstrating their teaching technique in a

classroom situation, plus additional written materials.

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ARTS/music/

music_programs.html

Applicants to the Master of Music program must have completed either

a Bachelor of Music degree in performance or composition with a 3.0

GPA in music coursework, or show evidence of equivalent rigorous

training. For the entrance audition, applicants in performance must

demonstrate proficiency equivalent to the 400 level, the level expected of

a performance major in the Bachelor of Music program at the time of the

senior recital; composition applicants must submit a portfolio of scores

for examination by the theory-composition faculty. For admission to the

programs in choral or instrumental conducting, applicants must show

evidence of substantial conducting coursework at the undergraduate level

plus practical experience. Further, to audition for entrance into the

program, each choral applicant must demonstrate conducting proficiency

with a mixed chorus and each instrumental applicant must demonstrate

conducting proficiency with a band or orchestra. Choral applicants must

also demonstrate basic vocal and keyboard proficiencies and vocal sight

reading ability. Under exceptional circumstances, a videotape may be

substituted for the live audition.

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ARTS/music/

music_programs.html.

http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/me/%20memasters.asp

http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/me/%20memasters.asp



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NURSING


Spring 2015: n/a

Concentration:

Nurse Anesthetist

Nurse Educator

Nursing Leadership

Nursing Leadership-

Clinical Pathway

School Nursing

Women’s Healthcare:

Nurse Midwifery

Women’s Healthcare:

Women’s Healthcare

Care Nurse Practitioner

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

M.S.

D.N.P.

Dr. Penny Weismuller

Contact: Jennifer Crum

[email protected]

Contact: Sarah Douville

[email protected]

278-

3336

278-

3336

EC-190

EC-190


Development

http://nursing.fullerton.edu/prospecti

veStudent/

http://nursing.fullerton.edu/prospecti

veStudent/dnp/progoverview.asp

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


School of Nursing admission requirements and application procedures

vary by program and concentration; each MS concentration has a detailed

information/application packet describing these. The packets guide

applicants through both School of Nursing and university application

procedures, and can be found on the school’s website:

nursing.fullerton.edu.

For those interested in the Nurse Anesthetist concentration, additional

information (an online information session and print materials) please

visit: http://nursing.fullerton.edu/prospectiveStudent/msnCRNA/

progoverview.asp

Candidates seeking admission to the Doctor of Nursing Practice

program must meet California State University, Fullerton and CSUF

School of Nursing requirements for admission (admission requirements

are equivalent for all Consortium schools).

Applicants seeking admission to the DNP program must have:

1) A master’s degree, from an accredited institution, in nursing or a

health-related field (i.e., public health or health administration)

and national certification as an APRN (CNM, CNS, CRNA or

NP) for preparation as clinicians, leaders or educators (direct care

track) OR

A master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution in

nursing leadership or administration, nursing education or

community health nursing for preparation as nurse educators or

nurse leaders (indirect care track). National certification in a

clinical nursing specialty is required. Official transcripts from all

institutions ever attended

2) A grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in overall

graduate course work

3) Pre-requisite courses for admission include:

a) Master’s level courses in Advanced Physical/Health

Assessment, Advanced Pathophysiology, and

Advanced Pharmacology for the direct care track only



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b) Master’s level courses in core nursing areas such as

nursing theory, research and transcultural nursing

c) Current, unrestricted California RN licensure or

eligibility and advanced practice national certification

and national furnishing/ prescriptive authority, if

applicable, CPR card, medical clearance, proper

automobile licensure and insurance.

4) Three letters of reference with completed recommendation

forms

5) A personal written statement of purpose

6) Official documentation of nursing practicum hours attained

during the master’s degree program or the post-master’s

certificate program

7) Completion of the School of Nursing Application and proof of

university application

8) Proof of meeting or plan to meet the CSUF Writing

Requirement 4

9) Completion of interviews and on-site writing sample, as

requested

Students are accepted into the DNP program once a year in the fall

semester. Admission to the program is a multi-step process.

Applicants must apply to the university via csumentor.edu.

Current deadlines for applications can be found on the website

Applicants must also complete a supplemental application and

submit it directly to the School of Nursing at CSUF. Details are

provided within the application and found on the School of

Nursing website. All required items must be submitted in one

packet to the School of Nursing

Applications are evaluated by faculty, and selected candidates are

invited to attend a writing assessment

Candidates will complete a computer-based writing assessment,

the details of which will be provided

Applicants who pass the writing assessment will be scheduled for

interviews. If selected for an interview, the specific time and

location will be provided

Once accepted into the program, students are required to

complete a background check, provide evidence of medical

clearance and required immunizations, and provide

documentation as required by the university and School of

Nursing

For more information, visit http://nursing.fullerton.edu/

prospectiveStudent/dnp/progoverview.asp.

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PHYSICS – General



M.S. Dr. Ionel Tifrea

[email protected]

278-

3366

MH-

610


Mathematics

http://physics.fullerton.edu/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants must have:

1) a degree from an accredited college or university with a major in

physics or a closely related field (students with majors other than

physics may be admitted with deficiencies); and

2) a grade-point average of 2.75 for upper-division courses in the

physics major.

For students with undergraduate degrees in engineering, mathematics or

other physical sciences, a GPA of 3.0 in upper-division major courses is

required. Applicants are also required to:

1) take the physics portion of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)

either previously or within a year of application (the GRE

requirement can be waived for physics majors who enter with a

GPA of 3.6 or higher);

2) submit a one-page, 500-word maximum, typed statement of

purpose, explaining the student’s interest in taking a higher

degree in physics; and

3) submit three letters of recommendation.

4) Completed min 9 units of 300-level (or equivalent) Physics

courses & with C or better

International student applicants are required to pass the Test of English

as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 550 for the paper test.

For more information, visit http://physics.fullerton.edu/programs/masters-

degree.

POLITICAL SCIENCE



M.A. Dr. Matthew G Jarvis

[email protected]

278-

3521


Sciences

http://hss.fullerton.edu/paj/graduate/

poli_sci.asp

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, acceptance into the M.A. in the political

science program requires a grade-point average of 3.0 in the major field

and in all political science courses. If the major is not in one of the social

sciences, the GPA requirement also applies to upper-division social

science courses taken. If a student’s GPA does not meet these criteria, the

student may appeal to the department’s graduate committee for a waiver.

Normally, admission to the master’s program requires that a student

possess a bachelor’s degree in political science, a minor in political

science or a major in an allied social science field with a minimum of 15

units of political science courses. For those without such a background,

the M.A. Coordinator may require the applicant to take a group of upper-

division political science courses at the 300 and/or 400 level (not more

than nine units of which will be at the 300 level) prior to admission to the

program. This requirement is to assure that the student will be prepared

for graduate-level work in the discipline of political science.


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In addition to the above requirements, applicants need to submit a

writing sample to the M.A. Political Science Coordinator.

For more information, visit http://hss.fullerton.edu/paj/graduate/

poli_sci.asp.

PSYCHOLOGY –

General


Spring 2015: n/a

M.A.

Dr. Melinda Blackman

[email protected]

Contact: Kay Karlson

[email protected]

278-

3514

H-

830M

College of Humanities & Social

Sciences

http://hss.fullerton,edu/psychology

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants must meet the following

requirements:

1) a 3.0 average in psychology coursework;

2) approved lower-division equivalent courses in psychology;

Introductory Psychology (e.g., PSYC 101)

Elementary Statistics (e.g., PSYC 201)

Research Methods in Psychology (e.g., PSYC 202)

2) approved upper-division equivalent coursework, including

classes in history of psychology (e.g., PSYC 408) with a “B-”

(2.7) or better (if history of psychology is not completed prior to

entering the program it may be completed during the program);

and advanced statistics (e.g., PSYC 465) with a “B-” (2.7) or

better, completed prior to entering or within the first semester.

Also, four additional psychology classes completed from the

areas below; classes must be from four different areas and one

must be a lab class;

Learning and Memory Cognition

Information Processing

Sensation and Perception

Physiological/Biological/Social

Personality

Abnormal

Clinical Developmental

3) satisfactory performance in the General (Verbal, Quantitative,

Analytical) and Advanced Subject/Psychology tests of the

Graduate Record Examination (GRE);

4) three satisfactory letters of recommendation. One must be from a

psychology professor;

Admission to the program is based on competitive evaluation of

qualifications and is at the sole discretion of the Psychology Department’s

Graduate Studies Committee. New students are admitted to the Master of

Arts program in the fall only. Both the university and department

applications must be completed on time for full consideration. The

university application must be submitted online. Departmental

application forms may be obtained from

hss.fullerton.edu/psychology/masterofarts.asp.

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PSYCHOLOGY

(Clinical)

M.S.

Dr. Jack Mearns

[email protected]

Contact: Kay Karlson

[email protected]

278-

3514

H-

830M

http://hss.fullerton.edu/psychology/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


The M.S. Program accepts full-time students only. Part-time study is

not possible. Students must complete coursework in the prescribed

sequence. The program involves intensive fieldwork experience in clinical

settings, emphasizing careful supervision, which includes weekly

meetings with Psychology Department faculty and off-campus fieldwork

supervisors.

For more information, visit http://psychology.fullerton.edu/academics/

ms_prog.asp


degree program. Applicants are rarely admitted with less than a 3.0

overall grade-point average. In addition, applicants who meet the

following requirements may be considered for classified graduate

standing upon development of an approved study plan:

1) a 3.0 grade-point average in psychology and 2.5 overall;

2) the following courses, or equivalent;

Lower Division

PSYC 101 Introductory Psychology (3)

PSYC 201 Elementary Statistics (3)

PSYC 202 Research Methods in Psychology (3)

Upper Division

PSYC 341 Abnormal Psychology (3)

PSYC 461 Psychological Testing (3) with a “B-” (2.7) or

better (completed prior to admission or within the first

semester)

PSYC 465 Advanced Psychological Statistics (3) with a “B-

” (2.7) or better (completed prior to admission or within

the first year)

3) satisfactory performance on both the General and Advanced

Psychology tests of the Graduate Record Examination;

4) three satisfactory letters of recommendation;

5) meet the university’s Writing Proficiency Requirement;

6) previous paid or volunteer work in a mental health setting, ideally

supervised by a licensed clinician;

7) empirical research (outside of coursework) supervised by a

professor. This may include independent study, honors thesis,

etc.; and

8) completion of a selection interview.

New students are admitted to the Master of Science program in the fall

only. Those admitted will be selected in the spring from the most

qualified applicants at the sole discretion of the department’s Graduate

Studies Committee. An interview of the finalists is required. In addition to

the university application, a departmental application form, obtainable at



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hss.fullerton.edu/psychology/ masterofscience.asp, must be completed.

University applications must be submitted online.

It may be possible for applicants who have minimal deficiencies in the

prerequisite requirements detailed above, but who are otherwise highly

qualified, to be admitted with conditionally classified graduate standing.

Provisions must be made for removal of deficiencies prior to the granting

of classified standing. For further information, consult the graduate

program adviser.

For more information, visit http://psychology.fullerton.edu/

academics/ms_prog.asp.

PUBLIC

ADMINISTRATION

Concentration:

Criminal Justice

Human Resources

Public Finance

Management

Urban Management



M.P.A.

M.P.A.

M.P.A.

M.P.A.

M.P.A.

Dr. Shelly Arsneault

[email protected]

Dr. Sarah Hill

[email protected]

Admissions, Dr. Paul Peretz

[email protected]

278-

3521


Studies

http://hss.fullerton.edu/paj/graduate/

pub_admin.asp

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants may be conditionally classified

with a grade-point average of at least 2.75 in the last 60 semester units

attempted.

A student who meets the above requirements may become a classified

student if all following conditions are met:

1) Completes a minimum of 12 semester units of undergraduate

coursework in the social sciences or business, six semester units

of which must have been upper-division level. At least one of the

courses must have been in economics. Upon recommendation of

the public administration faculty, suitable practical experience

may be substituted for a maximum of six units of the social sci-

ence/business requirement;

2) completes a one-semester course in basic statistics;

3) satisfies at least one of the following GPA conditions:

At least a 3.25 in the undergraduate major and 2.75 in the

last 60 units

Between 2.75 and 3.24 in the undergraduate major, 2.5 in

the last 60 units, and at least 1000 combined score

(vocabulary and math) on the General Test of the Graduate

Record Exam

Between 2.75 and 3.24 in the undergraduate major, 2.75 in

the last 60 units, and quality professional experience as

evaluated by the M.P.A. coordinator based on job

description, resume, two letters of reference and four years

of professional administrative service

At least a 2.75 in the last 60 semester units and completion

of the first 12 units of adviser-approved coursework in this

program with a grade-point average of 3.25;

4) scores a minimum of 570 on the TOEFL (international students);

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5) approval of a study plan through consultation with the M.P.A.

coordinator.

For more information, visit http://hss.fullerton.edu/paj/graduate/

pub_admin.asp.

PUBLIC HEALTH –

General


Spring 2015: n/a

M.P.H. Dr. Jasmeet Gill

[email protected]

Contact: Mary Aboud

[email protected]

278-

3316

KHS-

121


Development

http://hhd.fullerton.edu/hesc/mph/m

ph_overview.html

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. Additional requirements for acceptance in the MPH

program include:

1) Copy of official transcript(s) from all college work sent directly

to the MPH Graduate program coordinator

2) A GRE (Graduate Records Exam) score

3) Two letters of recommendation

4) A narrative statement (300-500 words describing how the pro-

gram relates to professional goals)

5) A current résumé

6) Completion of three units of statistics and research methods

(appropriate courses include statistics, epidemiology, research

methods, program design and evaluation, etc.) with a (B) 3.0 or

better

7) Appropriate education background for career track courses (nine

units or equivalent within specialized track. Professionals cur-

rently in field can demonstrate proficiency by coursework or by

portfolio review or similar supporting evidence).

8) Cumulative GPA of 2.7.

9) Paid or volunteer experience in public health, health education or

related health area

10) Communication skills utilizing a second language encouraged

It may also be possible for applicants who have minimal deficiencies in

prerequisite requirements, as detailed above, but are otherwise highly

qualified, to be admitted in conditionally classified graduate standing;

with provisions made for removal of deficiencies prior to the granting of

classified standing.

For further information, consult with the MPH Program Coordinator or

visit http://hhd.fullerton.edu/hesc/mph/ mph_overview.html.

SCIENCE EDUCATION

– General


M.A.T. Monica Azimioara

[email protected]

278-

5304

MH-

166


http://scied.fullerton.edu/MAT-

S.html/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


University requirements include a baccalaureate from an accredited

institution and a grade-point average of at least 2.5 in the last 60 semester

units attempted. In addition to the university requirements for admission,

acceptance in the MAT-S program is contingent upon candidates meeting

the following criteria.

1) Candidates must apply to the university through csu.mentor.org,

as well as submit the “Application for Admission to the MAT-S

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Degree Program” to the Science Education Programs Office. The

application is available from the Science Education Programs

Office at 657-278-2307, MH-527,

[email protected]. The Science

Education Program application for the MAT-S must include:

a) two signed letters of recommendation;

b) a personal resume;

c) documentation of a teaching credential; and

d) a Statement of Purpose – one to two pages with

information about the candidate’s science area of

interest.

2) A teaching credential is normally required for classified standing.

In special circumstances, a MAT-S faculty adviser may agree to

work with a student who has not completed a teaching credential

program. For example, an applicant who teaches in a private

school or works in a museum may complete the MAT-S without

a teaching credential. In these cases, a MAT-S faculty adviser

will write a letter waiving the credential requirement for

classified standing.

3) Candidates must complete coursework equivalent to a bacca-

laureate degree in one of the sciences. (For the elementary track,

the baccalaureate degree is not normally in the sciences, but the

application must provide evidence of in-depth work within the

sciences beyond the minimum requirements for a multiple subject

teaching credential.)

4) Candidates must receive acceptance by a faculty project/thesis

adviser.

For more information, visit http://ed.fullerton.edu/seced/future-

students/credential-programs/credentials-offered/science/.

SCREENWRITING –

General


Spring 2015: n/a

M.F.A. Dr. Jule Selbo

[email protected]

278-

7883

CP-

650-17

College of Communications


departments/rtvf/rtvf-mfa.asp

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


Those applying to the Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting program

must first apply to California State University Fullerton for admission. In

addition to the university requirements for admission, acceptance in the

MFA Screenwriting program is contingent upon candidates meeting the

following criteria

1) Baccalaureate degree in Film, Theatre or Creative Writing OR

successful fulfillment of adviser-assigned coursework in Film

and/or TV.

2) Minimum GPA of 3.0 in upper-division coursework in the

major and minimum 2.75 in the last 60 units of undergrad work.

In order to consider your application to this graduate program, we will

need the following supplementary materials sent directly to our office via

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post (please do not send to the campus Admissions office, that will only

delay the process). All materials must be typewritten. Late submissions

will be considered as time and space in the program permits.

1) One (1) essay. In your essay, explain why you feel this is the

right program for you at this time in your life. (This should be

no longer than two pages.) Include your name, address, phone

and email address at the top of the essay.

2) Two (2) creative writing samples. The samples should best

represent you, such as: a film script (short or feature length),

and/or a play (short or full length), and/or a short story, and/or

another writing sample you think is appropriate. We will be

open to any imaginative piece of work that you feel represents

you.

3) Three (3) recommendations. These should be from teachers,

mentors or other applicable sources that are able to write

regarding your writing and/or work ethic. Each

recommendation should include an email address or phone

number where the person may be reached.

For more information, visit http://communications.fullerton.edu/

departments/rtvf/rtvf-mfa.asp.

SOCIAL WORK -

General

Concentration:

Child Welfare

Community Mental

Health


M.S.W.

M.S.W.

M.S.W.

Prof. Christine Ford

[email protected]

278-

8452

EC-207 College of Health & Human

Development

http://hhd.fullerton.edu/msw/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 88



degree program. In addition, requirements for admission to conditionally

classified standing in the program include:

Commitment to a two-year cohort course of study for completion

of the M.S.W., or a three-year course of study

Have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.0 in the last 90

quarter units or last 60 semester units as documented by official

transcript(s) from all higher education institutions attended

A strong liberal arts undergraduate foundation that is similar to

the undergraduate graduation requirements from the California

State University or University of California systems

Evidence of language skills and/or cultural experiences

appropriate to the diverse communities to be served

One year of paid or volunteer experience in a human service

context or related area

Submission of a personal statement self-assessment essay.

Students must submit a written essay explaining why they would

be good candidates for the program, including a description of

their experience and/or commitment to social work, evidence of

personal qualifications, motivation and potential that shows

promise of becoming a successful social worker

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Submission of three letters of reference, including professional

references and those from academic instructors

Completion of an interview

Submission of two applications – a CSU mentor (csumentor.edu)

application and the Department of Social Work application

submitted online to the department

For international students from countries where English is not the

official language, a score of 575 on the paper exam is required. A

student scoring between 555-574 on the paper exam or 83-88 on

the Internet-based TOEFL may be admitted conditionally

depending upon an evaluation of the entire application file

Accessibility Issues – Special accommodations for disabled

students will be made on an individual student, as-needed basis in

compliance with the CSUF Catalog (online catalog at

fullerton.edu/disabled

services/handbook/SupportiveServices.htm). Please contact the

instructor and department chair for more information

Submission of an academic or professional piece of writing

The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) may be submitted as an

optional form of documentation, but is not required

For more information, visit http://hhd.fullerton.edu/msw/.

SOCIOLOGY – General


Spring 2015: n/a

M.A. Dr. Dana Collins

[email protected]

278-

3531

CP-900 College of Humanities & Social

Studies

http://hss.fullerton.edu/sociology/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants must have a grade-point average

of 3.0 or better in the last 60 units of college work and a grade-point

average of 3.25 or better for all work in sociology. A minimum of 18

upper-division units in sociology is required, including the following

courses or their equivalents:

SOCI 302 Social Research Methods (3)

SOCI 303 Statistics for the Social Sciences (3)

SOCI 410 Theories of Social Behavior (3)

Courses in methods, statistics and theory must have been completed

within the last five years prior to application. Three letters of reference

attesting to the applicant’s academic potential, a statement of purpose and

a writing sample must be sent to the graduate coordinator. In some cases,

an interview may be required.

Students may be accepted as conditionally classified sociology majors

with either course or GPA deficiencies. Deficiencies must be corrected

within one year of admission to the program.

For more information, visit http://hss.fullerton.edu/sociology/

academics/graduate.asp.



http://hss.fullerton.edu/sociology/

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SOFTWARE

ENGINEERING

(Accelerated Online)


Spring 2015: Sept. 30

M.S. Dr. James Choi

[email protected]

278-

3700

CS-522 College of Engineering & Computer

Science

http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/mse/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. Additional requirements for admission to conditional

classified standing in the program include:

A minimum grade-point average of 2.5 in the last 60 semester

units attempted as documented by two official copies of

transcripts from all higher education institutions attended

In addition, students must meet the following program requirements:

For international students from countries where English is not the

official language, a TOEFL score of 550

Introductory undergraduate software engineering course (CPSC

362 or equivalent work experience) and/or phone interview to

determine whether the student possesses work experience in the

area of software development to satisfy program prerequisites

(i.e., the equivalence of CPSC 362)

Technology requirements as follows: e-mail account and

dependable internet connection.

For more information, visit http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/mse/

generalinfo.asp.

SPANISH - General

Concentration:

Chicana/o Studies


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.A. Dr. James Hussar

[email protected]

278-

3534

H-835A College of Humanities & Social

Sciences

http://hss.fullerton.edu/mll/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. Students who did not complete the Spanish Bachelor of

Arts degree at Cal State Fullerton must also send a 5-7 page Spanish

writing sample and two letters of recommendation to the graduate adviser

in order to complete the application for admission to the program.

Candidates will need a B.A. with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in Spanish,

consisting of at least 24 units (or equivalent) of upper-division studies. A

candidate presenting a bachelor of arts that has fewer than 24 upper-

division units in the language, or whose background is otherwise

inadequate, will be required to take additional courses with a minimum

GPA of 3.0 to build a full undergraduate major before beginning the

graduate program. The student must also demonstrate proficiency in

English, either by passing the English Writing Proficiency exam or

equivalent exam or by passing MLNG 301 or equivalent with a “C” (2.0)

or better.

Satisfactory evaluation of language proficiency by committee is also

required. Adaptations of certain admission requirements may be made for

promising international students.

For more information, visit http://hss.fullerton.edu/mll/academics/

spanish/ma_spanish.asp.

STATISTICS – General

(online & in person)

M.S. Dr. Mori Jamshidian

[email protected]

278-

4399

MH-

182

http://math.fullerton.edu/programs/

master-s-degree-programs/statistics

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80


degree program. Additional requirements for admission to conditional


http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/mse/

http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/mse/%20generalinfo.asp

http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/mse/%20generalinfo.asp


http://hss.fullerton.edu/mll/

http://hss.fullerton.edu/mll/academics/%20spanish/ma_spanish.asp

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Contact: Monica Ernandes

[email protected]

TOEFL paper exam: 550 classified standing in the program include:

1) Undergraduate major in math or statistics OR undergraduate

degree in related science with completion of

a) a 2-year calculus sequence,

b) a linear algebra course equivalent to MATH 250B

c) an upper division probability theory course

equivalent to Math 335

d) a statistical methods course equ8ivalent to MATH

338

e) and a computer programming course equivalent to

MATH 320 or CPSC 120 or 121

2) GPA of 3.0 in math and statistics courses and 2.5 in related

sciences or GPA deficiency removed by satisfactory completion

of committee-approved courses with grades of “B” or better

For more information, visit http://math.fullerton.edu/programs/master-

s-degree-programs/statistics

TAXATION – General


Spring 2015: Nov. 1

M.S. Dr. Betty Chavis

[email protected]

Contact: Diane Mazzey

[email protected]

278-

3173

SGMH-

4210


Economics

http://business.fullerton.edu/account

ing/

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 90


Admission is competitive. Students must meet the CSU requirements

for admission to a master’s degree program. In addition, applicants will be

evaluated based on the following:

1) satisfactory score on the Graduate Management Admission Test

(GMAT). Students must score in the top 50 percent on the verbal,

quantitative and analytical writing areas;

2) a bachelor’s degree with a major in business administration

equivalent to the degree as offered at CSUF with at least an over-

all cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) and ACCT 308 (or an equivalent

course or work experience). The degree must include equivalent

to passing MATH 135 with a “C” (2.0) or better. Courses in the

major are to be no more than seven years old. Courses in the

major must have at least a 3.0 (B) GPA, and courses with grades

lower than “C” (2.0) must be repeated.

3) Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in a field other than Business

Administration may be considered for admission. If admitted,

such students will be required to complete additional courses or

demonstrate proficiency as described in the next section

(Curriculum);

4) a minimum score of 570 on the paper exam or 90 on the internet

based (iBT) TOEFL is required (for international students); and

5) a recommendation from the MS Taxation Admission Committee

based upon a review of the above requirements, the student’s

“Statement of Purpose,” and prior work experience.







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holistically satisfy the criteria but are weak in one of the above areas.


graduateprograms/mstax/.

THEATRE ARTS

Concentration:

Acting

Design & Technical

Production

Directing


Spring 2015: n/a

M.F.A.

M.F.A.

M.F.A.

M.F.A.

Prof. David Nevell

[email protected]

Contact: Debbie Bombrow

[email protected]

278-

4782

CPAC-

130A

College of the Arts

http://www.fullerton.edu/arts/theatre

dance/programs.html

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 80



degree program. In addition, applicants must meet the following for

admission to the program:

1) B.A., B.F.A. or M.A. from an accredited college or university

with a major in theatre; or a degree in a related field and

extensive work in technical design and production, acting or

directing;

2) completion of an oral interview and satisfactory review of the

student’s portfolio or audition;

3) acceptance by the faculty;

4) minimum GPA of 3.0 in all upper-division undergraduate work in

theatre. A minimum GPA of 2.75 for the last half of the

undergraduate program is also required;

5) completion of any additional prerequisites which may be required

by the student’s individual committee prior to classification;

6) selection of a graduate adviser and committee. Total committee

membership should be three or four faculty members, including

the adviser;

Students who do not meet certain prerequisites may be considered for

admission in conditionally classified graduate standing. Consult the

graduate program adviser or visit http://www.fullerton.edu/arts/

theatredance/programs.html.

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