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Welcome to the Graduate School at Queens University of Charlotte. We offer nine master\u2019s programs and 27 graduate certificates, and our graduate school faculty members have reached the highest levels of achievement across a range of disciplines and industries. At Queens, we pride ourselves on providing our diverse and driven students with programs that offer high-quality educational experiences with the flexibility modern students need to manage full and fast-moving lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re entering an exciting new chapter through a proposed partnership with Elon University, built on shared values and a commitment to student success. This collaboration is designed to expand opportunities, strengthen resources, and enhance the value of your Queens education \u2014 today and for years to come. Learn more at elonandqueens.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are ready for your next step. We\u2019ll help you get there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Graduate Degrees & Certificates<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Attend an Info Session<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Graduate Application Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We offer three start dates so you can pursue your graduate studies on your timeline: summer, fall, and spring. Below, you will find the application deadlines that correspond to each start date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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General<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fall \u2013 August 15<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring \u2013 December 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summer \u2013 May 1<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fall \u2013 July 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring \u2013 October 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summer \u2013 March 1<\/s> March 15<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Graduate Admissions Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here you will find all the information you need on our 3-step application process, as well as additional requirements based on your program of choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step One: Submit Your Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s get started! You can access the Queens application for graduate school admissions at the following link. (Note: This application serves all graduate programs at Queens, and you will be able to specify your program of interest in the application.<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step Two: Send Official Transcript(s)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All applicants to our graduate programs are required to have a bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited institution and to submit transcripts from all colleges and\/or universities you have attended. You can submit them either electronically or by mail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Official paper transcripts<\/strong> must be in a sealed envelope and mailed directly from the college or university you attended to the following address:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Graduate Admissions
1900 Selwyn Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28274<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Electronic transcript format<\/strong> should be emailed directly from your college or university to graduateadmissions@queens.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step Three: Additional Information Required by Graduate Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At Queens University, we work diligently to get to know our applicants in a holistic way. We want to know who you are, what motivates you, and why you have chosen our institution for the next phase of your education. To that end, several of our graduate programs have implemented unique application requirements to better understand you and your goals and to set you up for success once you\u2019re enrolled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional requirements are listed by program below. If you are an international graduate student, please also visit our International Graduate Student Admissions webpage<\/a> for additional documentation required by the programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \n\n

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Personal Statement<\/strong>: Submit a personal statement addressing the following questions within the Personal Statement Guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae<\/strong>: Submit a current resume outlining work experience, qualifications, and skills. This document can be uploaded to the online application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n

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Experience<\/strong>: Applicants must have at least 2 years of professional teaching experience.<\/p>\n

Current Resume<\/strong>: We ask all applicants to submit a current resume outlining your academic and professional background, as well as recognitions, honors, and awards.<\/p>\n

Personal Statement<\/strong>: Your application must also include a personal statement describing your professional and personal goals.<\/p>\n

Internship Requirement<\/strong>: Applicants must have a connection to a public, private, or charter school where you can complete your internship requirements.<\/p>\n\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n

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Interview<\/strong>: Applicants must participate in an admissions interview, which gives us an opportunity to get to know you better, put additional context around your application, and evaluate your admissions file from a holistic perspective.<\/p>\n

Testing<\/strong>: While the testing is not required, a GMAT or GRE score may be requested by the admissions committee if more information is needed to make an admission decision. Additionally, a strong GMAT or GRE will strengthen your overall file and may qualify you for additional scholarship or fellowship awards.<\/p>\n

To send your scores to the McColl School of Business:<\/p>\n