Adult Education Degree Programs

Ottawa University's Adult Professional and Online Studies (APOS) campuses recognize that adult students bring self-motivation, life, work and prior college experience to the classroom. We recognize your desire to earn your degree in a timely manner that fits into your busy lifestyle. At Ottawa University, we've designed our programs specifically to meet the needs of adult students.

Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Students

To qualify for undergraduate admission to Ottawa University's APOS campuses, the process begins with a Professional College Advisory Session between the prospective student and an enrollment advisor. Consideration is given to career/work experience, academic experience, and other life experiences. In addition to the advisory session, each applicant must submit the following:

A completed application for admission along with the $50 application fee. The application for admission can be completed online or you may download it. Applicants may also submit an application during an Ottawa University Adult Student Information Day.
Official documentation of high school or GED completion.
Official transcripts from all previous colleges and universities attended. Students can be admitted conditionally with unofficial copies of transcripts. Transcripts should be mailed to the respective campus registrar. Please click here for a list of mailing addresses.

Admission Requirements for Graduate Students

Individuals wishing to apply for admission to master's-level programs must also attend a Professional College Advisory Session and submit:

A completed graduate application along with the $75 application fee. The form can be completed online or you may download and mail the application and fee.
A personal statement regarding your career development goals.
A current resume' of professional work experience.
Three (3) letters of recommendation. MA in PC students should use this reference form.
For Professional Counseling and Substance Abuse Counseling only. Applicants must submit a two-page essay. The topic of the essay should center on professional career development. The applicant should address how past experiences have
influenced their current decision to pursue higher education. Ultimately, the
essay should illustrate to the reader why the applicant wishes to be in the
counseling profession. The essay should demonstrate the ability to organize
thoughts in writing and present them in a clear manner.
Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended.
Official transcripts of all completed graduate-level coursework.

The admissions committee evaluates all applications on the basis of the student's academic background, work experience, recommendation letters, and personal statement on career development. GMAT and GRE scores are not required. For applicants without a bachelor's degree in business administration, or a closely related field, some additional coursework may be required.

Some master's degree programs may have additional application requirements. Please visit each campus website or contact the APOS campus you wish to attend for any additional requirements.