Master of Arts in Conflict Facilitation and Organizational Change: Admissions
Requirements for Admissions
- Bachelor’s degree – all applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree from an appropriately accredited school, authorized to confer degrees in Oregon, or otherwise approved by the Oregon Student Assistance Commission, Office of Degree Authorization. Exceptions may be considered on a limited basis, if the applicant has a minimum of 60 undergraduate semester study hours and at least 10 years professional experience in a related field.
Non-U.S. Residents – If the applicant’s degree was granted by a non-U.S. institution, transcripts must be evaluated for equivalency to a U.S. Bachelor of Arts degree by the I.E.R.F. (International Education Research Foundation) or another credential evaluation service. Transcripts must be translated by a professional translator fluent in the language of the transcript. To be considered for a student visa, applicants must also certify that they have the necessary finances available for 1 year of the program.
- Related work experience or interests, including volunteer activities, social action projects, counseling experiences, human rights work, conflict resolution or organizational work or other activities in related fields.
- Callings. Applicants must submit a story of a life event, personal experience, dream or dream-like experience that inspired or called them to learn or work in the field of group facilitation and conflict resolution. This will be included in the application essay and may also be discussed at the applicant interview.
- Completed application form with transcripts, references, essays, resume and application fee.
Application Procedure
To apply to the program, the applicant must submit the following information:
- A completed admissions form;
- A curriculum vitae or resume;
- Three letters of reference;
- Official transcripts from all institutions of higher learning attended, sent directly from the school to the PWI registrar;
- An application fee of $150.00 submitted with the application form.
Application packets are available from PWI, or by clicking on the above application and reference links.
