The Graduate Handbook is designed to provide faculty and students with information, awareness and understanding of the policies, guidelines and resources available to graduate students. Our high standards ensure that graduates with degrees from Converse University are highly regarded and well prepared to meet the challenges and demands of their careers. Professional degree programs are offered in education (MAT, MEd, EdS, and EdD); Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT); Music (MM); History, English, and Political Science (MLA), Master in Management-Professional Leadership (MIM-PL) and Fine Arts in Creative Writing (MFA). These degree programs are available to students who meet specific program admission requirements. Details on admission and other information pertaining to the Graduate School can be found in the Converse University Graduate Catalog at the Converse University website at www.converse.edu.
This handbook serves only as a guide to rules, policies and services of the Converse University Graduate School. Therefore, the University reserved the right to amend, modify or change regulatory policies and financial charges stated in this handbook during the school year. The University will make attempts to announce, in a timely manner, any changes in policies and regulations. Questions regarding information in this handbook should be directed to the Dean of the Graduate School. The handbook does not constitute the whole of University policy concerning students. The Graduate Catalog and other official University publications are important references.
Converse University does not discriminate in admissions or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, religion or disability.