Advance Track in M.A. Global Development and Justice (MAGDJ)

Multnomah University undergraduate students who have an interest in studying in the Master's degree in Global Development and Justice (MAGDJ) may seek advance entry into the program by submitting an abbreviated application for the MAGDJ program in the second half of their junior year in college (usually having completed between 72-76) credits).  If accepted for early admittance, students will take graduate classes as part of their undergraduate elective units during their senior year.  All of these classes will meet undergraduate requirements and allow students to transfer into the MAGDJ program after graduation with advanced standing.  For many students, this will lead to a one-year graduate degree in Global Development and Justice.  Students in Global Studies and other majors are encourage to apply.

Application Procedures:

• Students must be in the second term of their junior year when applying.
• Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Students must complete an abbreviated application for the MAGDJ program, which includes an admissions essay and personal interview (application fee is waived).
• Exhibit professional attitudes and behaviors in their coursework and personal interactions on campus.

Upon acceptance into this track:

• Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Continue to exhibit professional attitudes and behaviors.
• Students must pass all graduate coursework with a "C" or better.