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Q: How to apply online for graduate programs. toggle button toggle button
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Click on Apply online link below
Q: Where should I mail my materials? toggle button toggle button
A: Bay Path College
Office of Graduate Admissions
588 Longmeadow Street
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Q: What materials do I need to submit in support of my application? toggle button toggle button
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All applicants are required to submit an application, fee (fee is waived if you apply online), and official transcripts/degree certification. Some programs may require additional test scores or additional supporting materials. Please review the Admissions Requrements page for the program you are applying to
Q: What Transcripts do I need to send? toggle button toggle button
A: We require an official transcript from ALL colleges or universities you have attended. This includes community colleges, college credit earned while in High School, transfer hours taken at another institution, and coursework taken to maintain certification. Please list ALL schools on your application. Please note that if you attended Bay Path College, you do not need to have transcripts from Bay Path College sent to us, as we will print those ourselves. Further, if you transferred work to Bay Path College, you do not need to submit new transcripts from the transfer institution(s) unless you completed additional work since you last submitted transcripts from that institution.
Q: What kind of aid or scholarships are available? toggle button toggle button
A: For U.S. citizens and permanent residents, the options for financial assistance include federal and private loans. Scholarships are available to qualifying students in the Nonprofit Management and Philanthropy Program. We encourage you to apply for financial aid at the same time you apply to school. Visit our financial aid page for more information.
Q: What is the current tuition amount for Graduate students? toggle button toggle button
A: Because this amount is subject to change, please follow this link to view the most current information about tuition amounts.
Q: How do I register? toggle button toggle button
A: After acceptance, you will be sent registration information from the Graduate Admissions Office.
Q: Can I meet with an adviser before I register for my first class? toggle button toggle button
A: Yes, either the program director, the dean or the director of graduate admissions provides advising to new or prospective students. Also, Advisers are assigned to new students during their first semester. If a student would like to be advised before registering for their first class, she or he may call the particular department for the degree program of interest and make an appointment to meet with the Program Director.
Q: How do I obtain a parking permit? toggle button toggle button
A: Visit the Campus Safety Office in the Maintenance Building during designated business hours (Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) and bring your driver’s license and registration.
Q: What happens if I lose my Bay Path ID? toggle button toggle button
A: If you should lose your College ID, particularly if you think it may be stolen, report it immediately to Campus Safety. If the card is lost or damaged there is a $10.00 replacement fee, which can be paid at the Business office.