Graduate Admission
Congratulations on your interest in continuing and graduate studies! You can elevate your career to new heights with an advanced degree through Emory & Henry!
Start Your Graduate School Experience
Emory & Henry has eight graduate and doctoral programs in the Schools of Arts & Sciences, Business and Health Sciences. Depending on the program, courses are completed online or in-person on either the main Emory Campus or the Health Sciences Campus in Marion, Va.
Applying for Graduate Studies
Admissions to the graduate and continuing education programs at Emory & Henry are reviewed by an admissions representative and faculty members from respective programs.
Program applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants should complete the application to the program. Check each program’s website for deadlines and requirements. Please visit the specific program page on the website for the application.
Application Deadlines
Interested applicants should complete an application for admission by December 1, May 1, or July 15 depending on the desired program entry date. Check the program’s page for specific details or reach out to an admissions representative.
Financial Aid for Graduate Students
Financial aid is available for students pursuing a graduate or doctoral degree. There are different financial aid policies and procedures for graduate students when compared to undergraduate students. For questions, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at 276-944-6826 or ehfinaid@emoryhenry.edu.
Graduate Programs
Select a graduate program for admission requirements and a program-specific application for admission. Note: Certain graduate and doctoral programs may require an application fee. Please visit the specific program website for more information on specific application requirements. Program requirements can be found in the graduate academic catalog.
School of Arts & Sciences Graduate Programs
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American History (M.A. Ed.)
About the American History Graduate Program
The Master of Education (M.A.Ed.) in American History provides a degree appropriate for an individual seeking certification to teach history or social studies with endorsement for Virginia and states with reciprocal agreements concerning credentials, and to provide proof required for competency and mastery according to federal guidelines.
Program Website and Admissions Information
Apply with the Emory & Henry Application
Admissions Requirements for the American History (M.A. Ed.) Graduate Program
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A completed application for graduate admission.
- Students applying to the Online Fast-Track, Five-Year & Special Education Endorsement Professional Studies Master of Education Programs
- Students applying for the M.A.Ed. History
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Official transcripts from all colleges previously attended.
- Online Fast-Track, Five-Year & Special Education Endorsement Professional Studies Master of Education Program Transcript Request Form
- M.A.Ed. History Transcript Request Form *Students currently enrolled in Emory & Henry should formally request their transcripts be sent to the Office of Admissions.
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Three professional recommendations from individuals familiar with your work.
- Online Fast-Track, Five-Year & Special Education Endorsement Professional Studies Recommendation Form
- M.A.Ed. History Recommendation Form
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Essay: prompt can be found on the application.
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Official GRE Scores. (not required for M.Ed. program)
*The Admissions Committee may request other data as deemed appropriate. Specific admissions requirements can be found on the individual program’s website page.
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Fast-Track Professional Studies Master of Education (M.Ed.) (online)
About the Education Graduate Program
The Professional Studies Master in Education (M.Ed.) program provides students with routes to licensure while also earning a master’s degree.
Apply with the Emory & Henry Application
Admissions Requirements for the Education (M.Ed.) Graduate Program
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A completed application for graduate admission.
- Students applying to the Online Fast-Track, Five-Year & Special Education Endorsement Professional Studies Master of Education Programs
- Students applying for the M.A.Ed. History
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Official transcripts from all colleges previously attended.
- Online Fast-Track, Five-Year & Special Education Endorsement Professional Studies Master of Education Program Transcript Request Form
- M.A.Ed. History Transcript Request Form *Students currently enrolled in Emory & Henry should formally request their transcripts be sent to the Office of Admissions.
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Three professional recommendations from individuals familiar with your work.
- Online Fast-Track, Five-Year & Special Education Endorsement Professional Studies Recommendation Form
- M.A.Ed. History Recommendation Form
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Essay: prompt can be found on the application.
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Official GRE Scores. (not required for M.Ed. program)
*The Admissions Committee may request other data as deemed appropriate. Specific admissions requirements can be found on the individual program’s website page.
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The Community and Organizational Leadership Program is no longer accepting applications.
School of Business Graduate Program
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Business Administration (MBA) (online)
About the Business Administration Graduate Program
Invest in the most valuable resource – yourself. Earn a relevant, executive-style MBA degree built on experiential learning. The hybrid MBA program allows you to complete the MBA in less than a year with 18 days on Emory’s pristine campus at the new state-of-the-art facility Carriger Hall helping you grow professionally as you apply a new range of business and leadership skills to your day-to-day career.
School of Health Sciences Graduate Programs
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS-CMHC) and Addiction Counseling (MS-AC) (online)
About the Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Addiction Counseling Graduate Programs
Emory & Henry prepares clinical mental health and addiction counselors for a rewarding profession that emphasizes the prevention of emotional and mental health concerns, early intervention when problems are identified, and client empowerment.
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Occupational Therapy (OTD)
About the Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
Occupational Therapy (OT) is a great field that combines sciences/medical knowledge with psychology and working directly with clients of all ages in a personal and meaningful way. Our graduates are occupation-centered and possess leadership, advocacy, critical thinking and professional reasoning skills that will enable them to serve and meet the occupational therapy needs of diverse communities.
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Physical Therapy (DPT)
About the Physical Therapy Doctoral Program
The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is a 3-year, 119-credit hour graduate program that includes strong interprofessional (IPE) opportunities and full-time clinical rotations both regionally and nationally. Our state-of-the-art facility, including a Gross Anatomy Lab, Pediatric Lab, Neuro and Musculoskeletal Labs and Falls Prevention Center, allow our students to get first-hand experience with community engagement, service-learning, and rural health care for medically underserved populations.
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Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
About the Physician Assistant Studies Graduate Program
With a mission to train future generations of advanced practice providers of the highest caliber and devotion, we take our lead from the historic motto of Emory & Henry College to “Increase in Excellence,” assisting our students to lead lives of service, pursue and obtain productive careers, and participate wholeheartedly in global citizenship.
It is our equally important mission to bring back the heart in medical practice, to infuse compassion, mindfulness, and cultural humility. We aim to train our students to become well-rounded practitioners who are able to meet their patients’ needs for pursuing lives of greater meaning and contentment.
Explore Our Health Sciences Campus
Emory & Henry’s graduate and continuing education programs under the School of Health Sciences are located at our Health Sciences Campus in Marion, Va. Our campus includes state-of-the-art health sciences and nursing facilities such as a Clinical Simulation Lab, Falls Prevention Center and several skills learning and research laboratories.
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