Education

Admission Requirements

Doctor of Education: Educational Leadership Program (Higher Education)

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Official transcripts evidencing conferral of a Master’s Degree with minimum of 3.0 GPA.
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation attesting to the applicant’s potential for success in doctoral studies.
  • Essay discussing your professional goals in relation to achieving the Ed.D. at Saint Peter’s University (1,000 words).
  • Writing sample – Submit a 5- to 15-page writing sample that demonstrates your writing abilities and potential success in the program. Examples include, but are not limited to, a document demonstrating your research design skills, scholarly article, a paper written for a class or publications,
  • Current resume.
  • A personal interview may be requested.

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

Doctor of Education: Educational Leadership Program (K-12)

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • An earned bachelor’s and master’s degree
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation attesting to the applicant’s potential for success in doctoral studies
  • Essay discussing your professional goals in relation to achieving the Ed.D. at Saint Peter’s University (500–1,000 words)
  • Writing sample – Submit a 5- to 15-page writing sample that demonstrates your writing abilities and potential success in the program. Examples include, but are not limited to, a document demonstrating your research design skills, scholarly article, a paper written for a class or publications,,
  • Current résumé

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

Master of Arts in Education Programs

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Personal statement of educational and professional goals (500 words).
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
  • Two letters of recommendation from academic/professional references.
  • Additional requirements for international students.*

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

Director of School Counseling Certification Program

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Personal statement of educational and professional goals (250-500 words).
  • Short essay.
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
  • Evidence of a master’s degree and certification as a School Counselor.
  • Additional requirements for international students.*

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

Middle School Mathematics Certification Program

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Personal statement of educational and professional goals (250-500 words).
  • Short essay.
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all institutions attended including evidence of 6 credits of mathematics completed.
  • Evidence of an instructional license.
  • Additional requirements for international students.*

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

Professional/Associate Counselor Certification Program

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Personal statement of educational and professional goals (250-500 words).
  • Short essay.
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
  • Evidence of a master’s degree and certification as a School Counselor and Director of School Counseling.
  • Additional requirements for international students.*

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

School Business Administrator Certification Program

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Personal statement of educational and professional goals (250-500 words).
  • Short essay.
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
  • Evidence of a master’s degree or a CPA license.
  • Additional requirements for international students.*

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

Supervisor of Instruction Certification Program

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Personal statement of educational and professional goals (250-500 words).
  • Short essay.
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
  • Evidence of a master’s degree and 3 years of teaching experience.
  • Additional requirements for international students.*

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

Teacher Certification Program

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Personal statement of educational and professional goals (250-500 words).
  • Short essay.
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
  • Additional requirements for international students.*

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification Program

  • Official application (Apply online or request an application by phone or mail).
  • Personal statement of educational and professional goals (250-500 words).
  • Short essay.
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
  • Evidence of an instructional license.
  • Additional requirements for international students.*

All Documents Should be Sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

*International Students

In addition to the above requirements for all education programs, international students must also submit:

  • Official TOEFL scores showing a minimum of 79 on the Internet-based exam will be accepted. An overall score of 6.5 on the IELTS is also acceptable. The University code for score reporting is 2806.
  • Completion of ELS Language Center course with a score of 112 or higher, FLS Level 16 or completion of Kaplan Advanced Level.
  • Course-by-course evaluation reporting a 4-year bachelor’s and CGPA from an approved NACES evaluation company. World Education Services (WES) is preferred.
  • Saint Peter’s University International Statement of Financial Support including proof of funding. This form may be scanned, faxed or mailed back to the Office of Admission with proof of funding.
  • Copy of a valid passport page.