One Course Only
Applicants who have never previously taken graduate-level coursework at IUP are eligible for the One Course Only option. Full application to the School of Graduate Studies and Research is not required. Students who take their first course under the One Course Only status must apply and be admitted to the School of Graduate Studies and Research before taking additional courses. Download the One Course Only Application.
Continuing Certification-only Admission
Credits taken under this category are not intended to lead to a degree program. This category is designed to assist teachers pursuing certification credits only. Along with the application form, applicants must also submit a nonrefundable $40 application fee and a copy of their Level I Teaching Certificate.
Special Status
Awarded to an applicant who does not intend to pursue a graduate degree but only to enroll in graduate classes for which he or she is qualified. Students granted Special Status admissions who wish at a later time to pursue a graduate degree must apply to the degree program before completing twelve credits. Only under exceptional circumstances will courses taken under Special Status be applicable toward the degree. Along with the application form, applicants must also submit a nonrefundable $40 application fee, official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, and a goal statement.
After submitting an application form and documents related to the categories above, if admitted to IUP, students will receive information from Graduate Admissions about how to register for coursework.
Note: Nondegree-seeking students are not eligible for federal financial aid. Visit IUP’s Office of Financial Aid website and select “Related Sites and Links” for information about alternative loans.
