Application for admission to the IPS requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Braniff Graduate School)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Braniff Graduate Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned).
8. GRE General Test scores not more than five years previous to the date of the application.

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree. They should have an undergraduate major or equivalent evidence of suitable background for entering the proposed field.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Master of American Studies requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Braniff Graduate School)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)

Completion of a bachelor's degree is a prerequisite to entrance.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Master of Arts in Art (M.A.) requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Three letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. A portfolio of at least 15-20 representative works
6. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)

Possession of a bachelor’s degree is prerequisite for entering the Master of Arts in Art program.

The Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), the accepted terminal degree for studio artists, requires the completion of the Master of Arts in Art program from the University of Dallas or another college and acceptance by the full graduate art faculty. Students entering the program with an M.A. from another institution have their work and knowledge examined by the faculty after completion of nine to fifteen hours of study at UD.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Catholic Teacher Certificate requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
6. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Master of Arts in Classics or the Master of Classics requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)

Possession of a bachelor's degree is prerequisite to matriculating, but not necessarily one in the humanities. Non-degree seeking students are welcome to participate after consulting with the Graduate Director in Classics. Nota bene: Knowledge of Latin or Greek is not a prerequisite for admission to the program.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Classical Education Graduate Program requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)

Possession of a bachelor’s degree is prerequisite to matriculating.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

 

Application for admission to the Master of Arts in English or the Master of English requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to theGraduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)
8. General GRE test scores (from within the last five years)

Applications will be evaluated regardless of undergraduate major.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Master of Arts in Humanities or the Master of Humanities requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)

Possession of a bachelor’s degree is prerequisite to matriculating but not necessarily one in the humanities. Non-degree seeking students are welcome to participate after consulting with the Director.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

GRADUATE MINISTRY PROGRAMS

The following are prerequisite to apply:

• A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• A minimum undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
• Students seeking consideration for the Master of Catholic School Leadershipmust also meet the following criteria:
  • Two (2) years of teaching experience in a Catholic school.
  • A letter of recommendation from a supervisor. 

      Ready to Apply? here are the requirements:

1. Complete the online application
2. Pay the $25 application fee (non-refundable)
3. Submit contact information for three (3) references:

• • Pastor (or spiritual director),
  • Employer/Professor, and
  • Lay Leader
  • A letter of recommendation from a supervisor. Required only for Master of Catholic School Leadership applicants

        Note: An electronic recommendation form will be sent via the contact                 information provided.

4. Provide the appropriate application documents:

• • Submit your official transcripts for all regionally accredited colleges/universities attended. You may also upload your unofficial transcripts, if granted admission, official transcripts will be required before you can register for classes.
  • Submit your professional resume. Required for Catholic School Leadership program.
  • Submit a Theological Reflection Essay:

Read the USCCB’s Called and Gifted for the Third Millennium and answer one (1) of the following questions:

1) Of the four “calls” identified in “Called and Gifted for the Third Millennium,” choose one on which to reflect. Describe that call in your own words and from your own experience. Where do you see evidence that this call is being expressed in parish life?

2) Consider the various challenges for the future named in the document. What is one you find especially pertinent to your own situation, talents, spirituality, passions, etc.? What are some specific ways you would propose meeting that challenge? What challenge would you add, if any, in light of the Church today? 

      GRE scores are NOT required to apply to the Graduate Ministry Programs

Applicants with International Transcripts

• Request an approved international transcript evaluation from Transcript Research, SpanTran, or WES to be sent directly from the evaluation company. Specific instructions regarding the International Transcript Evaluation process can be found here. 

International Visa Holder Applicants without a conferred U.S. degree

• Applicants without a conferred degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution must demonstrate a sufficient level of skill with the English language by receiving a score of 80 or higher on the TOEFL IBT test.
• Applicants are required to request that official test score reports be sent directly from the testing agency to the University of Dallas, Braniff Graduate School of Liberal Arts. 

Official test scores (school code 6868) and US official transcripts can be sent via email to: ministry@udallas.edu or Mail to:

University of Dallas

Braniff Graduate School of Liberal Arts Ministry Graduate Programs

1845 E. Northgate Drive

Irving, Texas 75062

Application for admission to the Master of Arts in Philosophy requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office; this is waived for 4 + 1 applicants who list 2 references on the application form)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)
8. GRE General Test scores not more than five years previous to the date of the application

Possession of a bachelor's degree is prerequisite to matriculating in the program. Ordinarily candidates should have attained a bachelor's degree in the discipline. However, at least 15 credit hours of course work that covers classical metaphysics, ethics and the history of philosophy is prerequisite to graduate studies in philosophy.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Master of Arts in Politics or the Master of Politics requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)
8. GRE General Test scores not more than five years previous to the date of the application

Possession of a bachelor's degree is a prerequisite.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Master of Psychology, Master of Psychology with Clinical Concentration, or the Master of Arts in Psychology requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation, from an educational or professional contact, sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Office
4. A statement of purpose sharing your personal and professional aspirations, and how a masters level education from our specific program will help you to meet your goals.  (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography detailing what in particular about our program and curriculum is appealing to you (given that the distinguishing character of the program lies in its existential-phenomenological and historical orientation drawing upon the traditions of depth psychology and humanistic psychology). Your intellectual autobiography should look back on your previous education and experiences, and identify some of  the thinkers/authors and  ideas that have left a strong impression on you. In particular, address why and how your educational background and personal convictions about the character of psychology as a discipline make our program a good fit for you. (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing , preferably in APA style (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)
8. GRE General Test scores not more than five years previous to the date of the application

Possession of a bachelor's degree is a prerequisite. 

Admission as a graduate student in psychology is contingent upon an academic foundation in the discipline of psychology. This foundation can be demonstrated by the successful completion (a grade of B or better) of at least a three credit course in each, General Psychology and Statistics/Experimental Design, or other course offerings as determined by the program director.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

Application for admission to the Master of Arts in Theology or the Master of Theology requires:

1. A completed online application form
2. A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid online)
3. Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the recommender to the Graduate Admissions Officel)
4. A statement of purpose (max. 750 words)
5. An intellectual autobiography (max. 750 words)
6. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
7. Official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned)
8. GRE General Test scores not more than five years previous to the date of the application

Possession of a bachelor's degree is a prerequisite. 

Further requirements include: 

1. Some background in philosophy in the case of M.Th. applicants and a minimum of nine undergraduate credits in philosophy for M.A. applicants. These requirements may be waived if applicants demonstrate competency in philosophy. 
2. A sufficiently strong background in theology and preferably an undergraduate philosophy major. Applicants’ backgrounds will be individually evaluated and in case of deficiency, students will be required to acquire the necessary theological foundations by taking appropriate courses and/or by directed individual study.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

The University of Dallas offers 4 + 1 programs in which currently enrolled UD undergraduate students can earn both their bachelor’s and their master’s degrees in as few as five years.

4 + 1 programs are currently available for the following degrees:

• Master of Arts in English
• Master of Arts in Philosophy
• Master of Psychology & Master of Arts in Psychology
• Master of Theology & Master of Arts in Theology

How to apply and enroll:

1. Share your interest in earning your master's degree with your academic adviser in the spring semester of your junior year
2. Contact the graduate director or chairman of your program of interest.
3. Submit your application to the Braniff Graduate School, following the application instructions included within your program of interest as listed on this webpage.

The application fee and GRE requirement are waived for UD undergraduates.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

The following information must be submitted when applying for entrance to the *Master of Arts in Teaching 4+1 Program:

1. A completed online application for admittance to the Braniff Graduate School
2. Statement of Purpose (a personal statement addressing why you want to be a teacher)
3. A sample of academic writing (max. 6,000 words)
4. Two letters of recommendation (The Education Department uses a recommendation form. Please contact the Education Department to obtain this form)
5. All official college transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from each college or university attended by the applicant (even if no credit or degree was earned). Applicants must have at least a 2.75 GPA, verifiable by their transcripts.

Additional Requirements:

1. A completed application for admission to the University of Dallas Educator Preparation Program. (Contact the Education Department for information regarding the teacher certification application process).
2. An overall grade point average of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) and 2.75 in teaching field and pedagogical courses; transcript cannot include incomplete grades.
3. Resume
4. Proficiency in each of the basic skills of reading, writing, math, critical thinking, and oral communication in English.  A student can demonstrate proficiency of basic skills by submitting current (within the last five years) passing scores on one of the following approved standardized tests.  Minimum passing scores:
   • Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSI): Math 350, Reading 351, Writing 340, Essay 4
   • SAT (prior to March 2016): Composite (Critical Reading & Math) 1070, Math 500, English/Reading 500
   • SAT (after March 2016): Math 530, English/Reading & Writing 480
   • ACT: Composite 23, Math 19, English/Reading 19

   *Please contact the Department of Education for a list of exemptions and waivers.
5. Interview with an Education Department professor
6. Certification Plan (completed in conjunction with education advisor)
7. Passing of the TExES content exam in your certification area

International Student Applicants: A foreign credential evaluator that has been recognized by the State of Texas must evaluate all foreign transcripts. In addition, all student applicants whose native language is not English or who did not complete an undergraduate degree in the United States must submit a score report from the TOEFL. The minimum score of 26 is also a requirement for issuance of a probationary certificate and for a standard certificate. All scores must not be older than two years.

See our FAQ for more information about letters of recommendation, application essays, transcripts, etc.

*This program is currently available exclusively to University of Dallas undergraduates seeking to pursue their MAT.

For those who wish to enroll in graduate level courses but are not seeking a degree: They should be over 21 years old and have completed an undergraduate degree. If at any time they wish to become candidates for a degree, they must submit an application and accompanying documents for regular admission into one of the programs which will be considered along with all other applications. Only nine credits earned as a non-degree seeking student may be transferred toward the degree. Art students, however, may not count courses taken as special students.

Unless proficiency is otherwise demonstrated, international applicants whose native tongue is not English are required to provide official English Language Proficiency Test scores. 

Minimum Score Requirements:
TOEFL IBT (100+)
IELTS Academic (7.0+)
Duolingo English Test (120+)

All international applicants must also submit GRE scores if the graduate program they are applying to requires them.

International students should be aware that the university has no special funds for them. Federal loan funds are restricted to U.S. citizens. International students must therefore fill out the Statement of Support for International Students form for their application to be considered.

Knowing that a graduate education can be cost-prohibitive for many, the University of Dallas wishes to make participation in its degree programs more affordable by enrolling full-time teachers and administrators in our Educators Cohort. As members of this cohort, educators will receive a special tuition rate. If you would like to become a member of the Educators Cohort, please submit a letter to the Braniff Graduate Office on official school stationery signed by your principal or headmaster that clearly states your current, full-time employment status as a school teacher and the term of employment. A letter is required for every academic year that the student will receive the Educators Cohort rate.