MSU’s Application for Graduate Study
The university prefers that you submit your Application for Graduate Study online because this will expedite your application. The information that you provide in your application will automatically feed into MSU’s computer system and can be quickly transmitted electronically to the MATC Program’s office. You can save your application online and return to it as often as you like until you have completed it and are ready to submit it. See Application-Admissions Checklist for how to apply to the program).

You may download (PDF), print, and submit a paper copy of the Application form. (However, submitting a paper copy will take longer to receive and process.) A printed copy of the application may be helpful to use for reference while preparing and completing your application online. There are guidelines, checklists, and other critical information in the form itself for both domestic and international applicants.

The current program code to select for the MATC (Item #17 on graduate application)

• Masters
  6728 Teaching and Curriculum (online)
  

Application for Readmission (MSU online form)
Students whose enrollment at Michigan State University is interrupted for more than three consecutive terms (including Summer); whose last enrollment ended with recess or dismissal; or who have completed their academic program, need to submit an application for readmission. This application should be submitted at least one (1) month prior to the beginning of the term in which the student expects to resume studies.

Supporting Information form (Word and PDF)
This form is to be completed and submitted as an e-mail attachment, mailed document, or faxed document to the MATC Program Secretary along with your Goals Statement at the same time or immediately following the submission of your Application for Graduate Study and application fee to the university. Receipt of your university application, Goals Statement, and Supporting Information form in our Department will officially “activate” your application file.

Reference form (Word and PDF)
This form should be completed at the top by you and signed, then given to each of your three (3) reference writers to complete and submit to the MATC Program Secretary. Reference writers also should attach a recommendation letter to their forms.

Sample Template for Professional Resumé or Vita (PDF)
Use this template and follow its general format to update your professional resumé. Make sure that you have included as much of the kind of information as possible that is listed under each section, particularly “Professional Activities.” Omit any items on this form that do not apply to you or that you feel you cannot address at this time.

The Professional Essay ( PDF)
These are the guidelines, criteria, and choice of questions or prompts to address in your professional essay, an important part of your application to the MATC program. Select one (1) of the two options, and submit your essay as an e-mail attachment or fax to the MATC Program Secretary.