Avila University
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Graduate Catalog 2004 - 2005                       
Table of Contents
Academic Calendar
General Information
Introducing the University
Mission Statement
Purposes
Value Statements
History of Avila University
Philosophy
Campus Buildings
Library
Academic Technology Facilities
Faculty
Student Body
Accreditation
Membership
Alumni Association
Campus Policies
Campus Life
Student Affairs
Student Affairs Departments
Student Policies
Admission/Expenses
Admission
Financial Regulations
Financial Aid
Academic Information
Academic Programs
Academic Policies
Graduate Program/Courses
Programs and Courses of Instruction
Administration/Faculty
Addresses for accrediting agencies
Map
Admission
The admission procedures and policies of Avila are designed to assist in the selection of those students who are most likely to benefit from and contribute to the educational opportunities offered at the University. Avila offers three graduate degree programs: Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.); Master of Science (M.S.) in Counseling Psychology; and Master of Arts (M.A.) in Education. In addition, the University offers two graduate certification programs. The Department of Education offers Teacher Certification for students who have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university to become eligible for a Missouri and/or Kansas teaching certificate, and the Department of Business also offers graduate business certificates in accounting, finance, health care administration, international business, management, management information systems, and marketing.
Persons applying for admission to one of Avila’s three graduate programs should follow the admission procedures outlined in the respective section for each of the graduate programs in the Graduate Program/Course section below. An official transcript of the highest degree earned is required for each graduate program.
Persons interested in applying may obtain more information by contacting one of the following offices:
1. For the M.B.A., students apply directly through the Business Division. For application materials or information, contact the Business Division at (816) 501-3601, fax (816) 501-2463, or e-mail to Don Miller at millerdl@mail.avila.edu.
2. For the M.S. in Counseling Psychology, apply directly through the Education/ Psychology Division. For application materials or information, contact Psychology Admissions at (816) 501-3665, fax at (816) 501-2455 or e-mail to Carol Pearce at pearcece@mail.avila.edu.
3. For the M.A. in Education, apply through the Education/Psychology Division. For application materials or information, contact the department at (816) 501-2464 or e-mail to gradcert@mail.avila.edu.
Graduate Certification Students
Business Certificate
The Graduate Business Certificate Program has been designed so that students can enroll in a one-step process. Students can be advised and registered for their first course in a single meeting. For more information, contact Don Miller, Coordinator, MBA recruiting and Advising, 11901 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64145, Phone: (816) 501-3601, Fax: (816) 501-2463, e-mail: millerdl@mail.avila.edu.
Teacher Certification
The Education Department provides the opportunity for students who have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university to become eligible for a Missouri and Kansas teaching certificate by successfully completing a certification program. The teaching certification applicant must demonstrate the same competency requirements as those required for all education students. Consult the Teacher Education Resource Manual for specific requirements and procedures.
Required Materials:
Teacher Certification applicants must submit:
1) Application for Admission.
2) Official transcript(s) of all college-level work completed. Final college transcript must indicate conferral of bachelor’s degree with an overall GPA of 2.5.