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Weekend Master's Program

Application and Admission

Applicants for admission to the College of Technology Weekend Master's Degree Program must possess an earned baccalaureate degree, typically with a grade point average of at least 3.00 or better on a 4.00 scale, and must apply formally to the Graduate School by doing the following:

  • Completed electronic application form
  • A Statement of Purpose (300-500 words) highlighting the following:
    • Purpose for graduate study and career objective
    • Justification of a graduate degree pertaining to attainment of career objectives
    • Professional plans and applied research interest
    • Elaboration of special abilities, awards, achievements, scholarly publications, and/or professional history
  • Three letters of recommendation (one must be from current employer)
  • An official transcript from all institutions of higher learning

Also specify which program you are applying to.

Please note: If for some reason you do not meet the above requirements, please submit additional explanation of extenuating circumstances. A telephone or in-person interview may be a part of the application process.

Students applying to this program must have completed two or more years of full-time work in supervisory or management levels. Students can apply online by going to the Electronic Online Application .

Important Dates

Location

Application Dealdline

Start Date
Weekend Master's - West Lafayette Campus 06/01/2008 August 2008
Columbus Learning Center 06/01/2008 August 2008

 

For more information contact the College of Technology Weekend Master's Degree Graduate Program at (765) 496-2094.