ETSU Graduate School

View other Graduate Programs

Online

Online programs are not suitable for F-1 or J-1 international students. However, the programs may be done at home.

Hear from our students about the Online experience on our YouTube channel.

Degrees

  • Allied Health - M.S.A.H.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    January 1

    October 1

    Summer

    May 1

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • Domestic applicants with a GPA less than 2.75 must submit GRE scores

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Hold a professional license in an Allied Health discipline

  • Business Administration - M.B.A.

    Available Concentrations

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.
    • Applicants must choose Fall I, or Spring I starting semesters to be considered for a GA or TS

    Coordinator and Contacts

    Coordinator

    Program Information


    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Track Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Online/
    Global

    Fall I

    August 1

    August 1(Global)

    Online/
    Global

    Fall II

    October 1

    October 1(Global)

    Online/
    Global

    Spring I

    December 1

    December 1(Global)

    Online/
    Global

    Spring II

    February 1

    February  1(Global)

    Online/
    Global

    Summer I

    April 1

    April 1(Global)

    Online/
    Global

    Summer II

    June 1

    June 1(Global)

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Test Scores

    • GMAT (Traditional Track Only)


    GMAT test scores will be waived if students meet ONE of the following conditions. This request will be evaluated by program representatives after the application is submitted:  


    • Completion of another graduate degree, regardless of subject area

    • A 3.0 or higher GPA from an AACSB-accredited undergraduate business program

    • A 3.5 or higher GPA from a non-AACSB-accredited undergraduate business program or a non-business discipline undergraduate degree.

    • At least three years of post-undergrad professional, full time work experience.
      Candidates requesting a GMAT waiver for possessing at least three years of post-undergrad professional, full time work experience need to submit a CV or Resume with their application.
  • Criminal Justice and Criminology - M.A.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinators


    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) cumulative

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Completion of an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice or a related field from an accredited college or university
    • A 3-5 page (double-spaced) personal statement discussing the applicant’s academic/career experiences, motivation for pursuing a graduate degree, and how the degree will aid in achieving their professional goals
  • Curriculum and Instruction - M.Ed.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    		 May 15 N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks). 

    Recommendations

    • None

    GPA

    • 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
      • Domestic applicants with a GPA less than 3.0 (2.5 minimum) may be considered for admission upon the recommendation of the Graduate Program Coordinator with the understanding that additional provisions may be required. his may include participating in an interview with the admissions committee; the consideration of factors such as teaching experience, standardized tests, or prior graduate coursework taken; evidence of scholarship, recommendation letters from supervisors and colleagues, and examples of oral and written communication skills; and utilization of a probationary semester.

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • Candidates must submit a 500-1000 word statement of purpose. This essay should describe the candidate’s intentions and motivation for graduate study in curriculum and instruction, their academic and professional goals, as well as their research and scholarly interests.

    Additional Requirements

    • Teaching License 
  • Digital Marketing - M.S.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    *Note: A bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications is preferred. Applicants with other degrees will be considered, however additional coursework may be required

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    N/A

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
  • Early Childhood Education - M.A.

    Available Concentrations

    • Early Care and Education

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (Early Care and Education)
      • *Note: Early Care and Education concentration offers fully online coursework in but requires one on-campus orientation

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • None

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or complete a probationary period achieving 3.0 or higher and receiving no grade lower than “B” in the first 9 hours of graduate credit
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    *Note: Only required for the Initial Licensure concentration

    • GRE: Verbal Reasoning – 151; Quantitative Reasoning – 153

      • A waiver of the GRE requirement may be made to the Graduate Coordinator and the ETSU Gradue School if the minimum score requirement is met for one of the following
      • PRAXIS CORE: Reading – 168; Math – 162
      • PRAXIS CORE: Reading – 156; Math – 150 will be considered
      • ACT: 22 composite
      • 21 composite will be considered
      • SAT: Reading – 543; Math – 533
      • 1020 composite will be considered

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Early Childhood Education - Ph.D.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online)

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 4 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • GRE (50th percentile or higher for verbal and quantitative sections preferred)

    Personal Statement

    • A statement that includes career and educational goals, professional experience, and area of interest for the dissertation. 

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Master's degree in Early Childhood or related field from an accredited University
    • Interview as warranted
  • Educational Leadership - Ed.D.

    Available Concentrations

    • Administrative Endorsement
    • Higher Education Leadership
    • School System Leadership

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinators



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online) ( Administrative Endorsement)
    • Online ( Higher Education Leadership and School System Leadership)

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Concentration Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Administrative Endorsement

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

     

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1
     

     

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

    Higher Education Leadership

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    School System Leadership

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

     

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

     

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1 

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 4 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Teaching Certificate (for Administrative Endorsement only)
  • Educational Leadership - Ed.S.

    Available Concentrations

    • Administrative Endorsement
    • School System Leadership

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinators


     


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online 

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall:

    Administrative Endorsement; School System Leadership

    August 10

    		 May 1

    Spring:

    Administrative Endorsement; School System Leadership

    December 5

    		 October 1

    Summer:

    Administrative Endorsement; School System Leadership

    May 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 4 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Teaching Certificate (for Admin Endorsement only)
  • Educational Leadership - M.Ed.

    Available Concentrations

    • Higher Education 
    • School Administration and Leadership

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinators



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    Not Applicable

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    References


    • The Higher Education concentration requires a list of  3 references to be submitted through the online application.

    • The School Administration and Leadership concentration requires a list of  4 references to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
      • GPA in major field of study, calculated individually, must be above 2.75
        • Exceptions to the 2.75 GPA must be approved on appeal

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Applicants will be asked to participate in a personal interview
    • Teaching Certificate is required (for School Administration and Leadership concentration only)
  • Global Sport Leadership - Ed.D.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    June 1

    June 1

    *Note: Please submit your application prior to the deadline as cohorts fill quickly.

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    *Note: 2 recommendations should be from academic sources and 1 from the current employer

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement describing how this program can advance your career

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Master’s degree in sport or related discipline with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    • At least 3 years of professional experience in professional, collegiate, or high school athletics. Exceptional applicants with less experience may be considered based upon strengths of prior academic performance, the personal essay, and the letter of support from the current employer.
  • Health Administration, M.H.A.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • SOPHAS deadlines are typically two months before the Graduate School deadline. Visit SOPHAS for your prospective semester deadline.
    • MHA candidates must first apply through SOPHAS. The Department only reviews candidates with a submitted and complete SOPHAS application.
    • The Department reviews complete applications as they are received.
    • If recommended for admission by the Department, you will receive instructions to complete the Graduate School supplemental application.  
    • There are separate deadlines for each application. Both must be completed, including all supporting documents, by the published deadline. 

    Coordinator and Contacts

    Coordinator


    SOPHAS Application Specialist

    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    *Note: SOPHAS deadlines are before the Graduate School deadline. Visit SOPHAS for your prospective deadline.   


    The deadlines below are for completing the supplemental Graduate School application and pertain to those applicants recommended for admission by the Department.   


    Applicants must first apply through SOPHAS before the SOPHAS published deadline. Once the Department recommends a candidate, they are provided with instructions for completing the supplemental Graduate School application. 


    Graduate School applications will only be processed once a complete SOPHAS application is submitted and a Departmental recommendation for admission is issued.

    Note: For 2023-2025, this program is not able to accept applications from international applicants who will need an F-1 or J-1 visa to study in the US. (However, international students may study from their home country.)

     

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    June 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Official transcripts must be submitted through SOPHAS.
    • International applicants must submit to SOPHAS a course-by-course evaluation of the foreign transcript from World Education Service (WES).

    Recommendations

    • At least three recommendations must be submitted through SOPHAS.

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test scores are not required for admission. Although not required, applicants with a GPA of less than 3.2 are encouraged to include GRE or GMAT test scores with their application.

    Personal Statement

    • Describe your source of interest in public health, professional goals, and why you would be a good fit for the MHA program.

    Additional Requirements

    • SOPHAS application must be submitted and complete before your application will be reviewed.
    • Resume/ Curriculum Vitae
  • Individual, Family, and Community Sciences, M.S.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    February 15

    February 15

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 letters of reference that address the applicant’s abilities and potential for graduate education and professional practice.

    GPA

    • 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)

    Personal Statement

    • An essay (2-3 pages) detailing experiences that have shaped pursuit of the degree, disposition and skills for advocating and helping others in their personal and social development, and what to anticipate from the graduate program.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
  • Information Systems, M.S.

    Available Concentrations

    • Cybersecurity Management
    • Data Analytics
    • Information Management 
    • User Experience Engineering

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator

    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus and Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) OR a professional record that demonstrates readiness for graduate study in computing
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Interdisciplinary Studies, M.A.L.S

    Available Concentrations

    • Archival Studies
    • Gender and Diversity Studies
    • Regional and Community Studies
    • Liberal Studies

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online
    • Hybrid

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Summer 

    April 1

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

  • Nursing - M.S.N.

    Available Concentrations

    • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Nursing Administration
    • Nursing Education
    • Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program after the application deadline
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinators



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

     

    Concentration Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Nursing Administration

    Fall

    March 1

    March 1

    Nursing Education

    Fall

    May 1

    May1

    Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

    Fall

    May 1

    March 1

    Family Nurse Practitioner

    Fall

    May 1

    March 1

    Family Nurse Practitioner

    Spring

    September 1

     

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 letters of recommendation to be submitted through the online application. Applicants are encouraged to request references from individuals who can best assess one’s potential for graduate studies (e.g. previous nursing faculty if within five years and two professional references including current or most recent supervisor).

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • What current trend(s) in healthcare do you find the most concerning or compelling? What in your education and/or professional practice has prepared you to address the identified trend(s)? How do you think you will be able to impact the trend(s) you identified, in your new role when you have completed your graduate study?
    • Use at least two references and write the essay in APA format.

    Additional Requirements

    • BSN from a nationally-accredited nursing program. Students with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree who hold an unencumbered RN license can be considered for admission into the MSN program but will need to complete bridge coursework prior to registration for graduate classes. See Program Website
    • Successful completion of a 3-semester hour or 4-quarter hour undergraduate level Statistics course
    • Curriculum Vitae/Resume
    • RN license (An unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Tennessee or the state in which the clinical assignments are completed.)
  • Nursing - D.N.P.

    Available Concentrations

    • Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
    • Executive Leadership in Nursing
    • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

    Information

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinators



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online)

    *Note: All concentrations in this program offer fully online coursework but require an on campus intensive session each semester. Dates of intensive sessions can be found in the individual program information.

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

     

    Track Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    BSN - DNP

    Fall

    May 1

    May 1

    MSN - DNP

    Summer

    March 1

    February 1

    Requirements

    NursingCAS

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 Professional recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Personal Statement

    • For Nursing D.N.P. applicants, your personal statement must:
      • Address the following questions: What current trend(s) in healthcare do you find the most concerning or compelling? What in your education and/or professional practice has prepared you to address the indentified trend(s)? How do you think you will be able to impact the trend(s) you identified, in your new role when you have completed your graduate study?
      • Use at least two scholarly references and write the essay in American Psychological Association (APA) format.
      • The writing must be your own work

    Additional Requirements

    • At least 2 years of full-time work experience (or equivalent) in nursing as a registered nurse
    • At least 1 year of experience in nursing administration for Executive Leadership concentration
    • Certification (for MSN to DNP applicants) in the selected nursing specialty for the concentration
    • Current unencumbered license in the United States as a registered nurse and eligibility for licensure in Tennessee or equivalency for international students
    • Interview
    • Resume or vita

    *Note: Review specific admission requirements for each concentration in the Graduate Catalog

  • Nursing - D.N.P. ETSU-TTU

    Available Concentrations

    • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse
    • Nursing & Healthcare Leadership
    • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
    • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
    • Women's Health Care Nurse

    Information

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online)

    *Note: This program offers fully online coursework but requires an on campus intensive session each semester. Dates of intensive sessions can be found in the individual program information.

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Track Starting Semester Domestic Deadline International Deadline

    BSN - DNP (all concentrations with the exception of Executive Leadership, which accepts odd years only)

    Fall

    May 1

    May 1

    MSN - DNP (all concentrations with the exception of Executive Leadership, which accepts odd years only)

    Summer

    March 1

    March 1

    Requirements

    NursingCAS

    • All applicants for SUMMER 2025 admission must complete an application using centralized application service for graduate nursing programs (NursingCAS)

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 Professional recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Personal Statement

    • For Nursing D.N.P. ETSU-TTU applicants, your personal statement must:Address the following questions:
      • What current trend(s) in healthcare do you find the most concerning or compelling?
      • What in your education and/or professional practice has prepared you to address the indentified trend(s)? How do you think you will be able to impact the trend(s) you identified, in your new role when you have completed your graduate study?

      • Use at least two scholarly references and write the essay in American Psychological Association (APA) format.

      • The writing must be your own work

    Additional Requirements

    • At least 2 years of full-time work experience (or equivalent) in nursing as a registered nurse
    • At least 1 year of experience in nursing administration for Executive Leadership concentration
    • Certification (for MSN to DNP applicants) in the selected nursing specialty for the concentration
    • Current unencumbered license in the United States as a registered nurse and eligibility for licensure in Tennessee or equivalency for international students
    • Interview
    • Resume or vita

    *Note: Review specific admission requirements for each concentration in the Graduate Catalog

  • Nursing - Ph.D.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid (mostly online)

    *Note: This program offers fully online coursework but requires an on campus intensive session each semester. Dates of intensive sessions can be found in the individual program information.

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

     

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    June 1

    May 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 letters of recommendation as follows:
      • 1 from the applicant’s current (or most recent) supervisor
      • 1 from a faculty member who worked directly with the applicant during previous graduate student
      • 1 from an individual selected by the applicant

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • GRE

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Either a BSN from a nationally accredited nursing program and a non-nursing master's degree (longer program of study may be required)
      OR
      MSN from a nationally-accredited nursing program or master’s degree in a related discipline with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
      OR
      Exceptional candidates with a BSN may be considered for admission but will have a longer program of study and will earn an MSN en route to the PhD
    • Unencumbered licensure in the United States as a registered nurse and eligibility for licensure in Tennessee or a compact state (or equivalency for international applicants)
    • At least 2 years of full-time work experience (or equivalent) in nursing as a registered nurse
    • Interview
    • Writing Sample on a selected topic at time of interview
    • Cover letter expressing applicants’ personal goals for doctoral study (unless clearly articulated in the personal statement)
    • Resume or curriculum vita
  • Public Administration - M.P.A.

    Available Concentrations

    • Economic Development and Planning

    • Government Generalist

    • Local Government Management

    • Nonprofit and Public Financial Management

    Information

    • Program Website

    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.

    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Summer

    March 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Public Health - M.P.H.

    Available Concentrations

    • Biostatistics
    • Community Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Public Health Leadership & Policy

    Information

    • Program Website
    • SOPHAS deadlines are typically two months before the Graduate School deadline. Visit SOPHAS for your prospective semester deadline.
    • MPH candidates must first apply through SOPHAS. The Department only reviews candidates with a submitted and complete SOPHAS application.
    • The Department reviews complete applications as they are received.
    • If recommended for admission by the Department, you will receive instructions to complete the Graduate School supplemental application.  
    • There are separate deadlines for each application. Both must be completed, including all supporting documents, by the published deadline. 

    Coordinators and Contacts


     


    SOPHAS Application Specialist

    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    *Note: SOPHAS deadlines are before the Graduate School deadline. Visit SOPHAS for your prospective deadline.   


    The deadlines below are for completing the supplemental Graduate School application and pertain to those applicants recommended for admission by the Department.   


    Applicants must first apply through SOPHAS before the SOPHAS published deadline. Once the Department recommends a candidate, they are provided with instructions for completing the supplemental Graduate School application. 

    Graduate School applications will only be processed once a complete SOPHAS application is submitted and a Departmental recommendation for admission is issued.  

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    June 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Official transcripts must be submitted through SOPHAS.
    • International applicants must submit to SOPHAS a course-by-course evaluation of the foreign transcript from World Education Service (WES).

    Recommendations

    • At least three recommendations must be submitted through SOPHAS.

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test scores are not required for admission. Although not required, applicants with a GPA of less than 3.2 are encouraged to include GRE test scores with their application.

    Personal Statement

    • Describe your source of interest in public health, professional goals, and why you would be a good fit for the MPH program.

    Additional Requirements

    • SOPHAS application must be submitted and complete before your application will be reviewed.
  • Reading - M.Ed.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.
    • This program may lead to a Reading Specialist endorsement for candidates who meet the
      requirements for that endorsement per TN Educator Preparation Policy 5.504. Please contact
      the Program Coordinator if you are interested in the Reading Specialist endorsement.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
  • School Librarianship - M.Ed.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • None

    GPA

    • 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants with a 3.0 GPA do NOT need the GRE.

    *Note: Applicants who have an undergraduate GPA of less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale may be granted admission by department discretion.

    Test Scores

    • GRE required if GPA is less than 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Minimum score requirement: Verbal Reasoning 151, Quantitative Reasoning 153

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Social Work - M.S.W.

    Available Concentrations

    • Advanced Standing- Applicants must have a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from 1984 or later, from a CSWE accredited program.
    • Traditional Entry- Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Johnson City
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Location Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Johnson City, TN- Traditional Entry

    Fall

    March 1

    March 1

    Online- Traditional Entry

    Fall

    March 1

     

    Johnson City, TN- Advanced Standing

    Summer

    March 1

     

    Online- Advanced Standing

    Summer

    March1

     

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    *Note: Letter writers should address applicant’s abilities and potential for graduate education and professional social work practice

    GPA

    • Cumulative GPA of 2.75 (domestic) or 3.0 (international) (on a 4.0 scale) and a GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) for the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credit-hours

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement (150-300 words) about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume that includes personal data, educational experience, work/volunteer experience, special skills, attributes, and professional affiliations and recognitions
  • Sport Management - M.S.

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Summer

    May 1

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement explaining goals and reasons for desiring to study with the Department of Exercise Science at ETSU.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Undergraduate major in Physical Education, Sport Management, or closely related field
  • Sport Science and Coach Education - M.S.

    Available Concentrations

    • Strength and Conditioning

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinators



    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Concentration Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Applied Sport Science

    Fall

    May 1

    May 1

    Strength and Conditioning

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Strength and Conditioning

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application.

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Test Scores

    • GRE or GMAT

    Personal Statement

    • A statement explaining goals, career expectations, and reasons for desiring to study in sport science and coach education at ETSU

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Undergraduate major in physical education, exercise science, or closely related field

Certificates

  • Archival Studies - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Summer

    April 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Interview
  • Athletic Administration - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Biostatistics- Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Child Advocacy Studies Training, Graduate Certificate 

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 15

     

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA


    Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Clinical Addiction Counseling Studies - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.


    *Note: First preference for admission will be given to candidates who seek dual admission to both the MSW program and the Certificate program and those who are current ETSU graduate students. Timely submission of application materials is encouraged as space is limited.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    July 15

    May 1

    Spring

    November 15

    October 1

    Summer

    April 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
    • Essay describing reason for pursuing the certificate (< 500 words)
    • A bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health discipline (social work, psychology, counseling, or human services) from a regionally accredited institution. Or, the applicant is a current graduate student in a behavioral health discipline.
  • Community College Leadership - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline. 

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    April 1

    Spring

    December 5

    N/A

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • 3.0 in the most current awarded degree

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
    • Currently employed at a community college
    • Nominated by a community college president or his/her designee
    • Resume or Vita
  • Community Leadership - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • The Certificate in Community Leadership is designed for those with bachelor’s degrees who desire advanced leadership credentials to prepare for professional careers leading teams and organizations in nonprofits, educational partnerships and administrators, social service agencies, health care and community organizations.
    • Courses will focus on the following skills:
      • Difficult leader/employee/team workplace discussions
      • Holding others accountable
      • Growing into your new or promoted role as a leader
      • Developing and leading teams
      • Strategic thinking
      • Basic fundraising
      • Grant management

      • Financial management
      • Community collaboration
      • Partnerships
      • Effective change initiatives
    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.
    • Graduate Certificate Community Leadership FAQ

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Transcripts from all colleges attended 
    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • An essay to include your current and previous leadership experiences as well as your goals as a leader, and how this certificate will play a role in your success

    Additional Requirements

    • One year of work experience, full or part-time 
  • Data Analytics - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online and On Ground

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Early Childhood Education Emergent Inquiry - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 2 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood or related field
    • Two years of experience working with young children
  • EDUCATOR JOB EMBEDDED, GRADUATE CERTIFICATE*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 15

     

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Completion of all initial licensure course requirements with the exception of Residency II

    • Praxis Content Examination scores for the licensure area which have been officially received by ETSU and are required in accordance with state policy

    • Intent to hire agreement from an area school district

  • English as a Second Language PreK- 12 - Graduate Certificate

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 2 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
      International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • Submission of a 2-page essay outlining past experience with individuals
      who speak languages other than English.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Epidemiology - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
    • Virtual Interview
  • Esports Management - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Recommendations

    • 2 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Additional Requirements

    •  None

     

  • Forensic Document Examination - Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Summer

    May 1

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Geographic Information Systems - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online
    • On Campus

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Gerontology - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online
    • On Campus

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Global Health - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Health Care Genetics and Genomics - Graduate Certificate *

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Additional Requirements

    • None
  • Health Care Management - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume or CV
    • Essay describing reason for pursuing the certificate
  • Health Data Analytics - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Higher Education Teaching - Graduate Certificate

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • Two letters of recommendation to be submitted through the online application.

    Personal Statement

    •  A one-page letter (essay) stating interest in the Higher Education
      Teaching graduate certificate program

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Additional Requirements

    •  A vita or resume
    •  Possess a graduate degree or concurrent enrollment in a graduate degree
      with completion of at least one semester of study
    •  Demonstrate an interest in higher education teaching
  • INTERPROFESSIONAL PEDIATRIC FEEDING, GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 15

     

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement


    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    •  None
  • Post-DNP Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner - Graduate Certificate *

    Information

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid 

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Summer

    February 1

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Test Scores

    • None

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Licensure as a registered nursing in the U.S. and eligibility for licensure in Tennessee or equivalency for international students
    • Cover letter
    • Resume or Vita
    • Earned D.N.P. degree with a designated concentration in advanced clinical practice or nursing administration
    • Concurrently enrolled ETSU D.N.P degree student
  • Post-Graduate Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact


    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    March 1

    March 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Completion of 3 semester hours of undergraduate level Statistics course
    • Unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Tennessee or the state in which the clinical assignments are completed
    • BSN from a nationally-accredited nursing program
  • Post-Graduate Family Nurse Practitioner - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Summer

    March 1

    February 1

    Requirements

     Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • License
  • Post-Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Graduate Programs and Applications Contact

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Spring

    November 1

    November 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
    • Licensure in the United States as a registered nurse and eligibility for licensure in Tennessee or compact state.
  • Qualitative Research Methods*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.


    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


     


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants Global Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    August 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    December 1

    Summer

    May 1

    February 1

    May 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicants: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

    • International applicants: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

     

  • Public Health - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • On Campus
    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume
  • Reading Specialist P-12, Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic/Global Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Summer

    May 1

    February 1

    Spring

    January 1

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicant: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International  applicant: 3.0(on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this program, addressing related accomplishments, interests, and goals
  • Recovery Research, Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicant: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International  applicant: 3.0(on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this program, addressing related accomplishments, interests, and goals

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume or CV, addressing related accomplishments, interests, and goals.

    • 3 Professional References to be submitted through the online application
  • Rural Public Health, Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 1

    May 1

    Spring

    December 1

    October 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    GPA

    • Domestic applicant: 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
    • International  applicant: 3.0(on a 4.0 scale) See more details here

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this program, addressing related accomplishments, interests, and goals

    Additional Requirements

    • Resume or CV, addressing related accomplishments, interests, and goals.

    • 3 Professional References to be submitted through the online application
  • School Library Professional - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • Master’s degree
    • Tennessee teacher license
  • Special Education: Early Childhood Special Education - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator


    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

     Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Additional Requirements

    • 2-page essay outlining past experience with individuals with disabilities and goals for acquiring a certificate in special education
  • Special Education: High Incidence Disabilities - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Additional Requirements

    • 2-page essay outlining past experience with individuals with disabilities and goals for acquiring a certificate in special education
  • Special Education: Low Incidence Disabilities - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Additional Requirements

    • 2-page essay outlining past experience with individuals with disabilities and goals for acquiring a certificate in special education
  • Sport Nutrition - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    February 1

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Recommendations

    • 3 recommendations to be submitted through the online application

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Additional Requirements

    • In addition to the ETSU Graduate School requirements, the following are required:
      • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in nutrition, dietetics, exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, athletic training, physical therapy or closely-related field or a) Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
      • Registered Dietitian (RD)
      • Graduate student currently enrolled in a dietetic internship/supervised practice accredited by Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)
    • At least 3 credits in Anatomy and Physiology or Exercise Physiology
    • At least 3 credits in Principles of Nutrition Science or Introduction to Nutrition Science
    • Resume
  • STEM K-12 Education - Graduate Certificate*

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Hybrid

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 10

    May 1

    Spring

    December 5

    October 1

    Summer

    May 15

    N/A

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    GPA

    • 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

    Additional Requirements

    • 2-page essay outlining past experience with STEM education and goals beyond achieving the certificate in STEM PreK-12 Education
  • STUDENT AFFAIRS, GRADUATE CERTIFICATE *

    Information

    • Program Website
    • Complete applications are reviewed for admission by the program as they are received.
    • All applications and supporting documents must be received by the published deadline.

    Coordinator



    Location/Delivery Method

    • Online

    Deadlines (11: 59 p.m. ET)

    Starting Semester Deadline Domestic Applicants Deadline International Applicants

    Fall

    August 15

     

    Requirements

    Transcripts

    • Domestic Applicants: You may submit unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon admission to a graduate program.
    • International Applicants: You must submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved organization (e.g., ECE, SpanTran, WES). The evaluation must include an original copy of your official transcript as received by the evaluating agency. If your program uses a centralized application service (CAS), such as CSDCAS, you must use World Education Services (WES). Other evaluators will not be accepted. Please allow adequate time for evaluation processing (typically 8+ weeks).

    Personal Statement

    • A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

    Additional Requirements

    • None