Materials to be included with your application are listed in the Admissions section. Below is more detailed information about what those materials should include:
- Goal Statement: Please submit a 2-3-page summary of your academic interests and professional goals. We are especially interested in your connection to the field of peace and conflict studies and how your training at Kent State will enable you to meet your career goals.
- Writing Sample: Your writing sample should exemplify your ability to research and write, and your potential to do so at the graduate level. We recommend that you submit one sole-authored writing sample relevant to your proposed graduate studies in peace and conflict studies. If possible, submit a sample that is directly related to the research topic described in your Statement of Purpose. If you are submitting a co-authored published work, please explain what sections of the piece were yours in your cover letter.
- Official Academic Transcripts: You must include transcripts from all schools attended for 8 semester credit hours or more. Applicants should have a 2.75 GPA or higher on a 4.0 GPA. We require evidence of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in peace studies or a cognate discipline.
- Two Letters of Recommendation: Your letters of recommendation should speak directly to your ability to produce quality academic output, consistently meet deadlines, engage in peace studies practice, and be a collegial community member. We appreciate concrete examples as well as a candid assessment of areas of growth as appropriate.
- English language proficiency (see Admissions section for proficiency requirements)
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