Graduate Programs
Through its graduate programs, Dominican College extends its traditional mission - the promotion of educational excellence, societal leadership, and service - to an already successful, diverse population of students.
By offering advanced study, in breadth and in depth, Dominican emphasizes serious scholarship, independent projects, and creative research in order to enhance academic knowledge, related skills, personal fulfillment, and professional leadership.
The Coordinator of Graduate Studies serves as liaison between the graduate programs and the Office of the Academic Dean and coordinates, with the Graduate Studies Council, the programs, their policies, procedures, curricula, and course offerings. Students with questions have access to the coordinator as well as to the graduate faculty and the Program Directors.
Policies & Services
The policies and services for graduate students are the same as those outlined for undergraduate students elsewhere in this Catalog, except that separate statements apply at the graduate level in certain areas:
Admissions
To be admitted as a matriculated degree seeking graduate student, an applicant must:
- Have demonstrated the potential to pursue graduate study successfully — that is, in general, have attained a B (3.0) average in all previous coursework.
- Submit a completed application form with a $50 nonrefundable application fee.
- Meet program admission requirements, as specified. Official transcripts must be submitted, including proof of an earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- If coursework or degree is from another country, applicants must submit certified translations and evaluations of all prior collegiate academic records on a course-by-course basis from an organization like the World Education Services. In addition, scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (T.O.E.F.L.) must be submitted from all applicants from non-English speaking countries. Information and registration forms can be obtained from the T.O.E.F.L. Program, Educational Testing Service, Princeton, N.J. 08540 or visit the T.O.E.F.L. website for up-to-date information at: www.toefl.org. A minimum score of 90 on the internet based test (I.B.T.) is required for admission.
To be admitted as a non-matriculated (non-degree-seeking) graduate student in order to take courses for teacher certification or personal enrichment, an applicant must:
- Submit a completed application form with a $50 nonrefundable application fee.
- Submit an official transcript indicating receipt of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Take a limited number of credits as prescribed by the specific program.
Admission and enrollment as a nonmatriculated student in no way implies admission to a degree program. Students wishing to change their status from non-matriculated to matriculated must reapply and meet all college and program specified requirements. Each program specifies the maximum number of credits from non-matriculated status that may be applied to a degree program.
New York State Public Health Law 2165 requires that all students born on or after January 1, 1957 show proof of immunity against measles, mumps, and rubella prior to their first registration. Also in accordance with NYS Law, all students are now required to complete and return the meningitis form provided by the College to the Student Health Center.
Transfer Credit
No more than 6 credits for graduate courses taken at another accredited institution, prior to matriculation at Dominican College, may be granted by a program toward the degree. Grades earned at other institutions do not become part of Dominican's grade point average.
Graduate Financial Aid
Matriculated graduate students may be eligible for a limited number of Financial Aid programs. Information is available from the Financial Aid Office.
Students in a dual degree program (B.S./M.S. or B.A./D.P.T.) will be treated as undergraduates for the purpose of financial aid until they have completed their undergraduate senior year.
Federal Loan Program
Through the Federal Loan Program, loans are available to matriculated graduate students who are enrolled for at least 6 credits per semester or trimester. Students must first file a F.A.F.S.A. Form. The form and information may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.
Federal and Institutional Work-Study Programs
Information is available in the Financial Aid Office.
Satisfactory Academic Progress
Federal regulations and Dominican College policy require that students maintain satisfactory academic progress to qualify for continued funding. Students must meet the academic requirements of their programs. Additional information may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.
