Admissions Process

To be considered for admission to The Masgutova Graduate School, applicants must submit a completed application, the application fee, official transcripts from accredited colleges or universities previously attended, and any other documents based upon enrollment requirements by the application deadline. All documents submitted during the application process become the property of The Masgutova Graduate School as a part of the student record and will not be returned to the student.

The application for admission should be completed online. Most required documents are able to be uploaded along with the application. If necessary, you are able to begin the application and return later to upload required documents.

Transcripts should be ordered from all institutions and sent directly to

The Masgutova Graduate School
Attn: Admissions
6718 Lake Nona Blvd. Suite 180
Orlando, FL 32827

The Application fee should be paid online at the beginning the application process and is non-refundable.

Admissions Requirements

Admissions Requirements: Graduate Program

Students must have completed an MGS application form and comply with all requirements to be admitted to MGS. This includes:
• Completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Proof of official college transcripts is required.

Admissions Requirements: Graduate Program - International Students

An international student is anyone who does not hold US citizenship or permanent US Resident Status. International students who wish to attend The Masgutova Graduate School must complete and satisfy the general admission requirements. In addition, they must demonstrate English proficiency by coming from a country where English is the official language or by successfully submitting an official score report for one of the following that shows English Language Proficiency is successfully fulfilled:

1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 65 on the paper-based assessment or an 80 for the computer-based assessment.
2. Academic IELTS with an overall band score of 6.5 or higher
3. Duolingo English Test with an overall score of 105 or higher

Educational equivalency for transcripts from schools outside the U.S. will need to be demonstrated by engaging in credential evaluations using one of the recognized international transcript evaluators.

To ensure enough time for the processing of international student applications, international students should have their transcripts translated and submitted, and the application process completed no later than six weeks before the academic period for which enrollment is intended.

Admissions Requirements: Graduate Programs - Provisional Acceptance

If the requirement of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is not met, provisional acceptance can be requested by providing the following:

• Provide a transcript and confirmation that the cumulative GPA for the baccalaureate degree is above 2.0.
• Provide two professional references addressing the applicant's recent performance and why the applicant will be successful in the graduate program.
• Provide at least a 2-page statement explaining the reasons why the applicant will be successful at MGS, which includes maintaining a 3.0 GPA which is a graduate requirement of the Master's Program.

The MGS admissions committee which includes at minimum the Dean of the Graduate school and the Dean of Instructional Design, will determine whether provisional acceptance will be offered.

Provisional Acceptance is not guaranteed.

If provisionally accepted, continued admissions will be contingent on maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher for the first 10 credits of the master's degree. Once the 3.0 GPA is met full acceptance will take place automatically.

Admissions Requirements: Certificate Programs

Students must have completed an MGS application form and comply with all requirements to be admitted to MGS. This includes:

• Completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Proof of official college transcripts is required.

OR

• If a bachelor's degree is not obtained, 2,000 hours of documented work (including training) in a wellness discipline.
  • i.e. Massage Therapy, Core Specialist
• Evidence must be provided and approved before admission.

Admissions Requirements: Non-Degree Seeking

Students may be admitted to The Masgutova Graduate School to audit classes without seeking a degree. The student must complete an MGS application and comply with all requirements to be admitted to MGS. This includes:

• Completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Submission of Official College Transcripts is required.