APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:Admission Applica on:● All Graduate applicants must submit the applica on form with a non refundable $60 applica on fee.● A check or money order payable to Ramapo College of New Jersey must be included. Please print the applicant’s name on the

front of the check or money order.● Applica ons without payment will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.Applica on Deadlines:● Rolling admission.● Consult program websites for specific deadlines.Personal Statement:● A two page essay describing why the candidate is interested in enrolling as a Graduate student at Ramapo College, how it fits into personal intellectual development, and what the applicant expects to accomplish by enrolling.● For MBA applicants the essay should also include a wri en statement describing why you wish to pursue an MBA at Ramapo

College, including your short and long term aspira ons.

Two Le ers of Reference:● Le ers of recommenda on from two individuals who can a est to the candidate's intellectual ability or poten al.● Le ers of Reference must be mailed to: Office of Graduate Admissions, Ramapo College of New Jersey, 505 Ramapo Valley Rd.,

Mahwah, N.J. 07430.Official Transcripts:●Minimum 3.0 cumula ve Grade Point Average GPA earned in baccalaureate degree from an accredited ins tu on or demonstrated excep onal professional experience as determined in wri ng by the Dean of the respec ve academic unit determining admissions.● Official transcripts are required from all ins tu ons previously a ended by the applicant.Interview:● Once all applica on requirements are submi ed, an interview with the director or appropriate faculty representa ve may be

required.

Addi onal Requirements:MBA:● GMAT or GRE scores from within the past five years. The GRE/GMAT is waived for all applicants with graduate degrees PhD, MD,

JD or Masters . In addi on, the Director may also waive the GMAT in the case of applicants with very significant work experience.● The ideal candidate will have a minimum GPA of 3.0, strong performance on the GMAT or GRE and two or more years of relevant work experience. Students not mee ng all of the above requirements but who can demonstrate excep onal poten al through documented work experience or other means will be considered on a case by case basis. An interview may be required.

MS Educa onal Technology Program:

● A state issued teaching cer ficate if you possess one.

MS Nursing Program:● Transcripts documen ng gradua on from a Na onal League for Nursing Accredi ng Commission NLNAC or Commission on

Collegiate Nursing Educa on CCNE accredited baccalaureate degree nursing program, or transcripts documen ng gradua on from an NLNAC accredited diploma or associate degree nursing program with a non nursing baccalaureate degree.● Current licensure as a RegisteredNurse inNew Jersey, or eligibility for the licensure and one year recent experience.● Evidence of undergraduate Sta s cs course.● Sa sfactory comple on of criminal background check.

MA Educa onal Leadership:● State issued teaching cer ficate.● Three years of professional experience as a teacher.

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●1. Why are you applying to the MSW program at Ramapo College?2. Discuss your personal values, philosophy, knowledge of social issues, and any professional and community experiences

that have influenced your decision to enter the social work profession.3. Comment on your skills, strengths, and weaknesses.

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Please supply a copy of your curriculum vita or resume.

BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Last (Provide us with your legal name) First Middle Initial

Maiden name or other names appearing on your transcript: ____________________________________________________________

Social Security Number:_____________ – __________ – ________________ Sex: Male Female

Street Address

Town or City County State Zip Code

Home Telephone: _____________________________________ Work Telephone:____________________________________________Area Code/Number Area Code/Number

Cell Phone: ______________________________________________ Date of Birth:____________________________________________Month-Day-Year

E-mail Address:______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Ethnic Origin (optional – check one):

American Indian or Alaskan Native Black, Non-Hispanic Hispanic

Asian/Pacific Islander White, Non-Hispanic Other__________________________________________

APPLICANT INFORMATIONAre you a New Jersey resident? Yes No If yes, how long?____________________________________________________________

Are you a U.S. citizen? Yes No If no, what is your country of citizenship? ______________________________________________

How long have you resided in the U.S. or a U.S. territory?____________________________________________________________________

Is English your second language? Yes No

If yes, what language(s) other than English do you speak? __________________________________________________________________

If applicable, are you a permanent resident of the U.S.? Yes No If yes, what is your alien registration number? ____________________________________________________________________________

Are you currently attending Ramapo College as a Graduate Non-Degree student?

Yes R# ___________________________ No

Have you ever attended Ramapo College as a Graduate student?

Yes No If yes, what program? ___________________________

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• This form is required for applicants to all programs.• $60 non-refundable application fee is required for all programs.• Applicant must complete all information.

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PROGRAM OF STUDYPlease select the program for which you are applying:

MBA Master of Arts in Educational Leadership Master of Arts in Liberal Studies Master of Arts in Sustainability Studies

Master of Master of Science in Nursing Master o

For which semester are you applying? Fall: _______ Spring: _______ Summer: _______ (MBA program is Fall only)Year Year Year

Where did you first learn about the program? __________________________________________________________________________________

Highest degree earned ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Current occupation ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

UATE ADMISSIONS

505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430-1680R

OFFICE OF ADULT AND GRADUATE ADMISSIONS

oom A-224Tel: (201) 684-7270 • Fax: (201) 684-7905www.ramapo.edu/graduate

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Name and Location of School Dates of Enrollment Field of Study(start with most recent) From To Degree Date Received

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Ramapo College admits students of any race, creed, color, sex, age, and national origin and does not exclude students on this basis from anyactivity, program, or policy of the College. Ramapo College is barrier-free and supports equal access to programs and activities as providedunder Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Upon admission, students who need toarrange for appropriate academic adjustments or wish to request academic support services should contact the Office of Specialized Services.

Ramapo College of New JerseyApplication for Admission to Graduate Programs

EDUCATIONPlease list all colleges and other graduate institutions attended. Please begin with the school you currently or most recently attended.

ALL APPLICANTSList your involvement in school, community, and religious activities by year, including positions held, if any, and any special honors and

awards you have received for scholastic, musical, athletic, or other achievements.

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OPTIONAL (Required for MBA applicants - attach resume.)List your current position and employment background.

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CERTIFICATIONI hereby certify that all information supplied by me in this application is accurate and honestly presented.

Signature:_____________________________________________________________________ Date:_____________________________

RN LICENSE (for Master of Science in Nursing applicants only)

________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________State License Number

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RAMAPOCOLLEGEO F N E W J E R S E Y

DISCIPLINARY HISTORY: approximate date of each incident, explain the circumstances and reflect on what you learned from the experience.

1. Have you ever been adjudic

2. Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any post-secondary institution, whether related to academic misconduct, or behavioral misconduct, resulting in any disciplinary actions?

ated guilty or convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime?

Yes No

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Graduate Letter of Reference

Name of Applicant _______________________________________________________________________

Program _______________________________________________________________________________

The above applicant has requested your recommendation for admission to a graduate program at Ramapo College. We would appreciate your comments on his or her intellectual abilities and potential.

Please Print:

Name:________________________________________________________Position/Organization: ___________________________________________Relationship to the applicant: Advisor Teacher Work Supervisor

Other (indicate): ____________________________________________Phone Number: ________________________________________________E-Mail Address: ________________________________________________

Please submit application to:

Office of Adult and Graduate AdmissionsRamapo College of New Jersey505 Ramapo Valley RoadMahwah, New Jersey 07430-1680 Room A-224

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