Admission Requirements

Who Should Apply

International development professionals, social service providers (including those who may already hold advanced degrees in their areas of specialization) as well as those who aspire to careers in the varying fields of global development and social justice, will find that this M.A. will expand their horizons and provide a solid foundation for their future work and careers. 

Admission Requirements:

  • An accredited bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
  • Proficiency in English (written and spoken).  Applicants whose native language is not English, or whose secondary and post-secondary education was not in English must take the (1) Test of English as a Foreign language [TOEFL] or (2) International English Language Testing System  [IELTS] - More information on the TOEFL or IELTS can be found on page 7 of the St. John's University Graduate Bulletin within General University Information.  The TOEFL code for St. John's University is 2799. 
  • Two letters of recommendation from persons qualified to evaluate the applicant’s ability to succeed in a graduate program of study
  • A statement of personal and professional goals relevant to the applicant’s interest in the concentration in Global Development and Social Justice
  • The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required for all applicants, solely those who wish to apply for a Graduate Assistantship (GA) position. 

Transfer of Credit:

Due to the distinctive nature of the program,  we do not accept transfer credits.