MS Application Guidelines
Learning, Design and Technology
Masters Program: How to Apply
Step 1: Apply to the University of Wyoming
- Complete the online UW application form
- Submit the $50 application fee
- Submit official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions
- GRE scores (optional)
- International students: TOEFL scores and confidential financial statement form (certified,
with supporting documents)
Step 2: Apply to the School of Counseling, Leadership, Advocacy, and Design
- Three letters of recommendation via the admissions portal (add in name, title, and
email and the portal will send email with directions on how they upload letter into
your application),
- Upload a personal statement,
- Upload a current academic resume,
- Upload copies of all college transcripts, (in additon, have all schools send official
transcripts directly to UW Admissions Office).
Application Guidelines
Letters of Recommendation
References should come from three people who can attest to your academic potential,
previous personal or professional work experience, and fit with the standards and
expectations that guide professional educators. If you are working in a professional
education position, it is expected that your employer/supervisor will provide a letter
of reference.
Personal Statement
You should carefully consider the purpose of the personal statement. It should not
exceed three double-spaced typewritten pages. The statement should address the following
elements:
- Describe your professional self (e.g., personal goals, strengths and weaknesses that
prepare or limit you for graduate study, and special skills).
- Discuss what attracts you to our graduate program, how you believe this degree can
help you, and why you are applying at this time.
Academic Resume
At a minimum, include the following in your resume:
- Personal Information: Name and Contact Information (Address, Phone numbers, email)
- Education: Institution, City, State, Dates Attended, Major, and Degree
- Work Experience: Dates, Job Title, Employer, City, State
- Professional experiences such as: Publications, Presentations and Grants; Continuing Education Activities, Awards/Honors
Received; Community and Volunteer Activities; Professional Memberships.
Questions about this degree?
William Cain
MS and Certificate Program Coordinator
(307) 766-6819
wcain@uwyo.edu
