Admission
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or its foreign equivalent. A competitive undergraduate record that indicates strong academic ability is required. Work or research experience in a related field is highly desirable but not a requirement for admission. The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required, but strong scores bolster chances for admission.
Students may petition to transfer graduate courses for credit, as long as the courses to be transferred were taken at Northwestern University and not counted towards any other degree or certificate. All transfer petitions must be submitted at the time of admission. A maximum of three courses can be transferred for credit.
Application and admission requirements are identical for degree and nondegree
students. For more detailed information about admission
requirements, please see the frequently asked
questions.
Application Checklist
Supplemental Materials
- One sealed copy of official transcripts from ALL previous colleges and universities. Official transcripts must arrive in our office in the original sealed envelope issued by the institution. If you are currently enrolled, please submit an official transcript showing courses in-progress. Applicants with international transcripts must request an official course-by-course evaluation of transcripts from a NACES member. A course-by-course evaluation will translate courses, degrees, and grades to U.S. equivalency.
- Two letters of recommendation focusing
on academic and professional achievement and ability
- Statement
of purpose (see below)
- Current resumé or
curriculum vitae
Statement of Purpose
Applicants must submit a 300-word statement of purpose explaining how the degree program will help them meet their academic and professional goals. Those without previous education or training in the life sciences or quality or regulatory fields should explain how other academic and nonacademic experiences have equipped them to undertake graduate study in the program.
Application Evaluation
Your application will be evaluated by the MQARS Admissions Committee. The following considerations will guide the Admissions Committee in reviewing your application:
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The Statement of Purpose demonstrates if a student's academic and vocational goals are appropriate for this degree. This statement will also aid the committee in determining if the prospective student possesses the necessary writing skills and intellectual maturity for succeeding in this program.
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The Letters of Recommendation serve to underscore the applicant's commitment to graduate education and ability to succeed in graduate level work.
- The Résumé is used to provide evidence of a student's continuing commitment to and/or understanding of the quality assurance and regulatory science field. While we prefer candidates to possess 3-5 years of work and/or research experience in a related area, recent college graduates and career changers are also encouraged to apply. These applicants must demonstrate to the committee their commitment to the MQARS program by detailing previous internships, academic or other work.
Transferring to a Degree Program
Nondegree graduate students interested in matriculating into the master's
degree program should submit an Application for Program Transfer Form
If you have any questions about the application process call
312-503-1083 for assistance.
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