APPLICATION GUIDELINESPlease follow the application guidelines related to the program of your choice, as outlined on the program insert sheet.

1. Complete the attached application and a non-refundable $50 application fee, or apply online for free at rmu.edu.

2. International students are required to complete the statement of financial supportand must submit proof of health insurance, and official TOEFL test scores.

3. Submit official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work. (Officialtranscripts from all schools attended, whether or not some of the work is shown as advanced standing on your transcripts, must be included.)

4. Submit a current résumé or C.V. outlining any professional experience required bythe program of choice.

5. Enclose either two or three letters of recommendation in a sealed envelope with the application. If they prefer, recommenders may send their letters directly to theOffice of Graduate Admissions.

6. Official test scores, if required by the program of choice, should be requested fromETS (GMAT, GRE) to be sent directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Testscores are accepted by RMU only if taken within the last five years.

7. All programs require submission of an essay. Refer to specific program insert sheetfor essay topic and length.

8. Certain programs require additional materials to be submitted. Refer to specificprogram insert sheet for any additional application requirements.

9. Students must submit ALL application materials required for the chosen degreebefore an admissions decision can be made.

Send application materials to: Office of Graduate Admissions, Robert Morris University, 6001 University Boulevard, Moon Township, PA 15108-1189.

Visit our website at rmu.edu for additional academic information regarding our graduate programs.

QUESTIONS? Contact our graduate enrollment manager for doctoral programs at 412-397-5200.

Robert Morris University6001 University BoulevardMoon Township, PA 15108800-762-0097412-397-5200

RMU.EDU/GRAD

Robert Morris University accepts

students on a rolling admission basis.

As soon as all of your transcripts and

other required credentials arrive

in our office, we process your

application and notify you of your

admission status. To begin the

admission process, complete this

application and return it with your

$50 application fee.

DOCTORAL ADMISSIONS

For government reporting purposes, I self-identify my ethnicity and race to be:

Are you Hispanic/Latino? � Yes � No

Regardless of your answer above, choose one or more races:� American Indian or Alaska Native � Black or African American� Asian � Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander� White

How did you learn about RMU?

� Advertising � Brochure/Mailing

� Family/Friends

� High School Visit/College Fair

� Other

Please print or type. Mail application with a $50 non-refundable fee to the Office of Graduate Admissions.

PERSONALGender: � Male � Female

Last Name First Middle Initial Marital Status

If your records are listed under any other name, please indicate:

Street Address City State

County/Province ZIP/Postal Code Country (if not USA)

Home Phone Business Phone Email Address

Date of Birth Social Security Number

United States Citizen? � Yes � No If no, indicate country of citizenship and Visa status:

Have you previously applied to Robert Morris University graduate programs? � Yes � No

Have you previously completed a graduate degree or teacher certification program at Robert Morris University? � Yes � No

If yes, which program have you completed?

EDUCATIONAL HISTORYList in chronological order all colleges, universities or professional schools attended:

Name and Location Degree (e.g., B.S., B.A.) Date Awarded Major

You must contact each of the above institutions to request an official copy of your transcripts to be sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office.

SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS

� D.Sc. in Information Systems and Communication

Desired term of entry: Fall 20 __________

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

� Ph.D. in Instructional Management and Leadership

Desired term of entry: Summer 20 __________

SCHOOL OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES

� Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.)

Desired year of entry: 20 __________

Please select track: � ANP � FNP � FMHNP

DOCTORAL PROGRAMSPlease indicate the doctoral program for which you are applying:

EMPLOYMENTCurrent Employer Address Title/Department

List your previous employment record for the past five years, beginning with the most recent:

Employer Address Title/Department

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIONPlease list those persons whom you have asked to submit recommendation forms or letters for your application.

Name Address Title Telephone

Will these recommendations be sent directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions?� Yes � No, recommendations are enclosed with this application in sealed envelopes.

DISCIPLINARY HISTORYHave you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any educational institution you have attended, whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral misconduct, that resulted in a disciplinary action? These actions could include, but are not limited to: probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion from the institution. � Yes � No

Have you ever been adjudicated guilty or convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime? � Yes � NoNote that you are not required to answer “yes” to this question, or provide an explanation, if the criminal adjudication or conviction has been expunged, sealed, annulled, pardoned, destroyed, erased, impounded, or otherwise ordered by a court to be kept confidential.

If you answered “yes” to either or both questions, please provide a separate a written account of the approximate date of each incident that explains thecircumstances, and reflects on what you learned from the experience. Answering "yes" will not automatically disqualify you from being considered foradmission, however, the individual circumstances will be evaluated to determine your status.

Note: Applicants are expected to immediately notify the institutions to which they are applying should there be any changes to the information requested in this application, including disciplinary history.

DOCTORAL ADMISSIONS

7560-230 Rev.10.12

GOAL STATEMENTPlease explain specifically why you wish to enroll in this doctoral degree program. Please complete your summary on this form. This statement is separate fromany required program essay.

I certify that the information supplied on this application is complete and accurate, including test scores and GPA. I understand that any misrepresentation will bedeemed just cause for revocation of admission or dismissal from the university. (All applications must be signed in order to be processed.)

Signature Date of Application Month – Day – Year

It is the policy of Robert Morris University to provide equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, national origin and/or sexual preference.

Once admitted to Robert Morris University, the student gives the u niversity exclusive rights to photos taken for publicity purposes during class, at class-related functions, on campus and at Robert Morris University activities and events.