Graduate Admission

Who May Apply

Albertus Magnus College welcomes applications from individuals of all communities. Prospective students may apply throughout the calendar year.

How to Apply

Applicants to master degree programs may apply online or in person at our campus in New Haven. Admissions counselors are available to support applicants through the admissions process.

To schedule an individual appointment, please call (203) 773-8505, 1 (800) 394-9982, or e-mail admissions-pgs@albertus.edu.

Admission Requirements

Applicants to master’s degree programs must submit the following:

  1. A completed application and $50 non-refundable application fee. The application fee is waived for employer partners and for those that attend an information session.

  2. A bachelor’s degree from a nationally accredited college or university. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8–3.0 (varies by program)

  3. Official transcript(s) from the institution where the bachelor’s degree was earned.
    Programs requiring prerequisites must submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, including:
    • M.S. in Accounting
    • M.S. in Clinical Counseling
    • M.A. in Art Therapy and Counseling
    • M.S. in Human Services
  4. Two letters of recommendation from former professors or professional associates.

  5. A personal statement or essay is required. For programs without a specific prompt, applicants should submit a 500–600 word, double-spaced essay outlining professional goals, reasons for pursuing graduate study, and educational expectations. For programs with a designated essay prompt, applicants should respond to the provided question and adhere to the stated guidelines, which may include a longer word count (typically 750–1,000 words).

  6. Additional materials may be required depending on the program, such as:
    • Resume or CV
    • Writing sample
    • Interview
    • Art portfolio (for Art Therapy program applicants)
    • Additional letters of recommendation

Full Admissions Policies are available upon request. Please contact the Office of Admissions for the Division of Professional and Graduate Studies at (203) 773-8505 or at admissions-pgs@albertus.edu