College of Education and Human Services
Admissions

How Do I Apply?

To request a printed application, please e-mail educate@shu.edu and refer to the EPIC Program.

There is no application fee.

Application Deadlines
There is a rolling admission up to May 15th. For entry into the program after that date, please contact Diana Minakakis at (973) 275-2824 to see if there is a placement still available.

When Will You Make a Decision on My Application?
A decision regarding admission will be made within 2 weeks of receiving your application and all other required materials.

Additional Required Documents

  • Application essay
  • 3 letters of recommendation from people familiar with your character, interests and academic ability, including:
    • 1 letter from an advisor or professor
    • 1 letter from a member of the clergy
    • 1 letter from a peer or job supervisor
  • Official transcript from each college or university attended
  • Official test scores from the Miller Analogies Test (MAT), preferred, or Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
  • List of extracurricular activities, work experience or an updated resume
  • Waiver and release form (see application packet)
  • Additional information about yourself (see application packet)
  • Your photo, optional

Admissions Criteria and Prerequisites
The EPICS program is available for individuals who will teach in K-12 Catholic schools and participate in spiritual and ethical development activities while also enrolled in a master's program. Community housing is available.

  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university
  • Undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 or equivalent

Program Co-Director:
Msgr. Kevin Hanbury, Ed.D., Administrative Director

(973) 761-9390
hanburke@shu.edu

Program Co-Director:
Mary Ruzicka, Ph.D., Academic Director

(973) 275-2723
ruzickma@shu.edu