LOCK STEP:  Entire Degree Program and/or specific Courses with defined beginning and end.

COHORT BASED:  Virtual Classrooms where faculty and classmates interact.

Bachelor degree from regionally accredited institution. GMAT. A personal statement and resume

LOCK STEP:  Entire Degree Program and/or specific Courses with defined beginning and end.

COHORT BASED:  Virtual Classrooms where faculty and classmates interact.

A 2-day orientation session in August of each year in Phoenix, Arizona. While this session is not mandatory, students are encouraged to attend.

A bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field, or
A bachelor’s degree with healthcare related experience and completion of all prerequisite courses. The following undergraduate 3-credit prerequisite courses, or the equivalent, must be completed with a grade of C or better:
Anatomy and Physiology
Medical Terminology
Healthcare System Overview or Health Policy

NOT LOCK STEP:  A Degree Program and/or specific Course that allows the student to progress at his/her own pace.

COHORT BASED:  Virtual Classrooms where faculty and classmates interact.

Bachelors degree. Three letters of recommendation: Letters of recommendation should be from professors or professional research administrators who can attest to the applicant’s ability to succeed in graduate coursework and his or her work ethic.

Résumé: The most current, professional resume should be provided.

Statement of goals: The goal statement is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express him or herself in writing. The goal statement must be single-spaced, one-inch margins, and no longer than two pages (500-800 words). Applicant must address each item listed below when completing the goal statement:

What is your reason for pursuing graduate study in research administration, including your future goals and plans?

What topics or areas of special interest do you have in research administration?

What are your expectations of the graduate program?

What will you bring to the MRA program that would make you a special candidate for admission to this limited access program?

LOCK STEP:  Entire Degree Program and/or specific Courses with defined beginning and end.

COHORT BASED:  Virtual Classrooms where faculty and classmates interact.

Bachelors Degree
Statement of purpose (500-1000 words)
Professional resume
Two letters of recommendation

NOT LOCK STEP:  A Degree Program and/or specific Course that allows the student to progress at his/her own pace.

COHORT BASED:  Virtual Classrooms where faculty and classmates interact.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the life sciences or in engineering. with GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
One semester of Biochemistry at the undergraduate or graduate level.
Cell Biology at the undergraduate or graduate level.
500 word statement of purpose. Discuss why you wish to pursue the MS in Regulatory Science.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
If English is your second language, you may be required to take the TOEFL or IELTS examination.

NOT LOCK STEP:  A Degree Program and/or specific Course that allows the student to progress at his/her own pace.

COHORT BASED:  Virtual Classrooms where faculty and classmates interact.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
A statement of purpose (1-2 pages) that explains your reasons for seeking admission, addressing your analytical abilities and interest in studying the theory and practice of research administration.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Two letters of recommendation
If English is your second language, you may be required to take the TOEFL or IELTS examination.