Program and degree requirements <p><strong>UW-Whitewater offers the following graduate degrees in Professional Studies:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://uww-public.courseleaf.com/graduate/education/curriculum-instruction/curriculum-and-instruction-emphasis/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Master of Science in Education &mdash; Professional Studies, curriculum and instruction emphasis</a></li> <li><a href="https://uww-public.courseleaf.com/graduate/education/educational-foundations/information-technology-and-libraries-emphasis/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Master of Science in Education &mdash; Professional Studies, information, technology, and library emphasis</a></li> </ul> Arrow How to apply <p>To qualify for admission to the MSE in Professional Studies program students must meet <a href="http://uww-public.courseleaf.com/graduate/graduate-school-policies-procedures-university-information/admission/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">graduate admission criteria</a>.</p> <p>Deadlines vary by term and can be found on the <a href="https://www.uww.edu/graduate-studies/graduate-admissions">graduate admissions website</a>.</p> <p>Additional requirements for admission to the MSE in Professional Studies program:</p> <ul> <li>Please upload a personal statement (2-3 pages) describing the reason behind your decision to pursue this degree, your short- and long-term career goals, and the value you believe you will add to the learning experience of your fellow students.</li> <li>Complete a background check through <a href="http://www.viewpointscreening.com/uww" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ViewPoint</a>.</li> </ul> <p>All requirements can be submitted during the application process.</p> <p>If you do not meet the graduate admission criteria, please email us at <a href="mailto:edonline@uww.edu">edonline@uww.edu</a> to determine if you could be admitted on a contingent basis.</p> <p>International students must meet additional criteria and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Contact us at <a href="mailto:grad@uww.edu">grad@uww.edu</a> for information and assistance.</p> <p>State-specific Professional Licensure information for this program can be found on the university's <a href="https://www.uww.edu/irap/external-reports/nc-sara-professional-licensure">Institutional Research Assessment and Planning</a> website.</p> Arrow