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Admission Requirements

1. There are two options for basic graduate admission into the MAE program.
• Option One - Applicants must have a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) calculated over the most recent 30 graded semester (45 quarter) credits completed in either a baccalaureate or post baccalaureate program, including credits earned toward a credential. All credits used for GPA calculation must be from a regionally accredited institution.
• Option Two - Applicants must have a grade point average between 2.75 and 2.99 in at least 30 graded semester credits (45 quarter) in either a baccalaureate or post baccalaureate program including credits toward a credential and submit passing scores from one of the following standard admission tests: Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Miller Analogies Test (MAT), or State Teacher Examinations (CSET or SSAT).
2. Candidates who have successfully completed any of Brandman University's Preliminary Credential programs and have passed the CSET, MSAT, SSAT or PRAXIS examination automatically qualify for admission.
3. Submit two letters of recommendation with waiver forms from individuals who are familiar with your academic and professional ability to undertake graduate study.
4. Provide a letter of completion in instituion letterhead and/or from the reigistrar's office if you are currently completing a baccalaureate degree from an institution other than Brandman University.