{"id":26,"date":"2014-07-30T02:03:36","date_gmt":"2014-07-30T02:03:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/testsls\/?page_id=26"},"modified":"2025-12-16T09:37:36","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T19:37:36","slug":"ma-admissions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/sls\/graduate\/ma\/ma-admissions\/","title":{"rendered":"MA Admissions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t

All supplemental materials and requests for letters of recommendation will be be collected through the Online Application System with Graduate Division<\/a>. See complete instructions on this page.<\/p>\n\t

We are pleased to be able to offer a limited number of funded positions in our MA program for graduates and alumni of the following programs: CELTA, Peace Corps, JET, Fulbright, EPIK, TAPIF, ETA, Boren Award, CIEE Teach Abroad, and Teach for America. If you have participated in any of these programs or received any of the above awards, you are especially encouraged to apply. In your statement of purpose, be sure to mention your experience and its relevance to your study plans. Priority for these funding opportunities will be given to those who apply by January 1.<\/strong><\/p>\n\t

How to Apply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n
APPLICATION DEADLINES<\/strong><\/td>\nFall<\/strong> Semester<\/strong> Enrollment
\n<\/b><\/td>\n		Spring<\/strong> Semester<\/strong> Enrollment
\n<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Master of Arts in
\nSecond Language Studies<\/td>\n		January 1 Early Notification
\n<\/b>March 1\u00a0Regular\u00a0Deadline
\n<\/b><\/td>\n		September 1<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nSemester begins in August.<\/td>\nSemester begins in January.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Many applicants\u00a0wish to make plans for the future as soon as possible. For these prospective students, we offer Early Notification with a deadline of January 1. Our regular deadline is March 1. For consideration for a Graduate Assistantship, priority will be given to those who apply by January 1st.<\/p>\n

Information regarding support can be found on the Financial Support for MA Students<\/a> and Funding<\/a> pages.<\/p>\n

Click on each of the following steps for detailed instructions.\u00a0All materials-online application and fee, letters of recommendation, and supplemental materials including score report(s) and transcript(s)-are due by the application deadline.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t1. Take Standardized Exam<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n

GRE<\/strong><\/p>\n

Not required for MA applicants.<\/p>\n

English Proficiency Test<\/strong><\/p>\nRequired for most applicants whose first language is not English; see\u00a0UHM Graduate Division policy on English Proficiency<\/a> and Standardized Exams<\/a>.
\nScores cannot be more than 2 years old.
\nMinimum scores required for admissions and consideration for graduate assistantship.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\nTest\n<\/td>\n\nMinimum for Admissions\n<\/td>\n\nMinimum for Graduate Assistantship\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
TOEFL iBT
\n(2026 and beyond)<\/strong><\/td>\n		\nOverall score of 3.5\n<\/td>\n\nOverall score of 5 with subtest scores of 5 for Listening and 5 for Speaking\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
TOEFL iBT
\n<\/strong>(up to Dec 31, 2025)<\/strong><\/td>\n		\nOverall score of 61\n<\/td>\n\nOverall score of 100 with subtest scores of 25 for Listening and 25 for Speaking\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
TOEFL Essentials<\/strong><\/td>\n\nOverall score of 7.0\n<\/td>\n\nOverall score of 10.5 with subtest scores of 11 for Listening and 10 for Speaking\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IELTS<\/strong><\/td>\n\nOverall score of 6.0\n<\/td>\n\nOverall score of 7.0 with subtest scores of 7.0 for Listening and 7.5 for Speaking\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Duolingo English Test<\/strong><\/td>\n\nOverall score of 95\n<\/td>\n\nOverall score of 135 with subtest scores of 135 for Listening and 145 for Speaking\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cambridge English Scale<\/strong><\/td>\n\nOverall score of 161\n<\/td>\n\nOverall score of 185 with subtest scores of 180 for Listening and 180 for Speaking\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t 2. Prepare Supplemental Materials<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

All supplemental materials are due by the application deadline.<\/p>\ni.\u00a0Statement of Purpose<\/strong>
\nIn a maximum of 1,000 words, outline your academic and professional objectives and reasons for applying to the MA in Second Language Studies. Describe your experience with languages, language learning, and professional contexts that involved various forms of language expertise, and connect these to your long-term goals as a language professional.\nii.\u00a0Supplemental Information Form<\/strong>
\nPlease download and complete the\u00a0Supplemental Information Form (PDF, 1 page)<\/a>.\n

iii.\u00a0Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae<\/strong><\/p>\niv.\u00a0Unofficial Score Report<\/strong>
\nAn unofficial score report for the TOEFL (or IELTS) is required at the time of application.
\nNote<\/em>. Admitted students are required to submit official score reports in order to enroll. If you wish to submit official scores at the time of application (this is not required), please refer to the instructions to Submit Official Test Score Report under the Document Requirements for Admitted Students section.\nv.\u00a0Unofficial Transcript(s)<\/strong>
\nOne transcript is required from each postsecondary institution attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs.
\nNote<\/em>. Admitted students are required to submit official transcripts in order to enroll. If you wish to submit official transcripts at the time of application (this is not required), please refer to the instructions to Submit Official Transcript(s) under the Document Requirements for Admitted Students section.\nvi.\u00a0(OPTIONAL) Writing Sample<\/strong>
\nThe writing sample is optional. It can be a research paper, thesis, or publication.\nvii. (Applicants from Ewha Womans University, TESOL program, only) Degree Type<\/strong>
\nPlease download and complete this form<\/a> to indicate which degree type you are applying to.\n\t\t\t\t\t3. Submit Online Application and $100 Application Fee<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Apply online<\/a>\u00a0by first creating a Login ID and PIN. Remember your Login ID and PIN for steps 4 and 5.<\/p>\n

Note.<\/em>\u00a0This step must be completed in order for you to use the\u00a0Graduate Application Supplemental Materials Upload Website<\/a>\u00a0<\/i>for requesting letters of recommendation and uploading supplemental materials.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t4. Request Three (3) Letters of Recommendation<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Letters from three individuals who have recent knowledge of your academic capacity are most helpful (e.g., current and past instructors, academic advisors, etc.) Ideally, at least one reference should relate to your stated areas of interest, and all letters should be recent. Use of official university or institutional letterhead is preferred.<\/p>\n

Letters from professional references, in both academic and non-academic settings, are also welcome.<\/p>\n

After logging in to the\u00a0Graduate Application Supplemental Materials Upload Website<\/a>, click Request a Recommendation for each of your recommenders. Use of official university or institutional email addresses is preferred.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t5. Upload Supplemental Materials<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Upload all documents in PDF format using the\u00a0Graduate Application Supplemental Materials Upload Website<\/a>.<\/p>\nFor expediency, please use the following naming convention,\u00a0including the numerals<\/em>\u00a0in the file names:
\n1_LastnameFirstname_SOP.pdf
\n2_LastnameFirstname_SuppInfo.pdf
\n3_LastnameFirstname_Resume.pdf or 3_LastnameFirstname_CV.pdf
\n4_LastnameFirstname_TOEFL or 4_LastnameFirstname_IELTS
\n5_LastnameFirstname_Transcript.pdf\nAdditional\/optional files:
\n5_LastnameFirstname_Transcript2.pdf
\n6_LastnameFirstname_WritingSample.pdf
\n7_LastnameFirstname_DegreeType_EwhaOnly.pdf\n\t

Document Requirements for Admitted Students<\/h3>\n

Click on each of the following steps for detailed instructions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t1. Submit Statement of Intention to Register to Graduate Division<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n

Once admitted, students will receive an official letter of admittance from Graduate Division (via postal mail). Admitted students are asked to respond with their Statement of Intention to Register (SIR) to gradsir@hawaii.edu as soon as possible\u00a0after receiving the official letter<\/em>, so that they can access the University’s services in a timely manner.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t2. Submit Official Test Score Report<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Admitted students are required to submit official standardized exam scores in order to enroll. Official score reports must be sent directly to Graduate Division. The Educational Testing Service (ETS) code for the University of Hawai\u02bbi at M\u0101noa is 4867. Remember that TOEFL and IELTS scores cannot be more than 2 years old.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t3. Submit Official Transcript(s)<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n

Admitted students are required to submit official transcripts in order to enroll. Official transcripts must be sent directly to Graduate Division from the issuing institution(s), or in sealed institutional envelopes if submitted with the application.<\/p>\nMail transcripts to:
\nGraduate Division
\n2540 Maile Way
\nSpalding Hall 354
\nHonolulu, HI 96822\n\t\t\t\t\t4. FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Submit Confidential Financial Statement<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

International applicants need to show proof of sufficient funding to cover all educational and living expenses for a 9-month budget, including expenses for any accompanying spouse or children. Upon admission to UHM, only international applicants with proof of funding will receive visa documents.<\/p>\n

Be sure to complete the\u00a0Confidential Financial Statement for International Applicants<\/a>\u00a0as soon as possible to avoid delays in applying for your student visa.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t5. FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Submit Health Insurance Documents<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Health insurance is mandatory for international students, but the university encourages all students to think about their health insurance needs and enroll in a plan that provides\u00a0adequate coverage.<\/p>\n

Proof of health insurance must be submitted to the Â鶹´«Ã½Student Health Insurance Office for those on a F-1 visa and to the International Student Services Office (ISS) for those on a J-1 visa. For more information, please visit:\u00a0https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/issmanoa\/?page_id=39<\/a>.<\/p>\n

**Spring 2021: Students intending to stay in their home countries due to the COVID-19 pandemic may request a health insurance exemption by contacting shio@hawaii.edu<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t6. Submit Health Clearance Form<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

All students are required to meet the immunization requirements before physically attending classes\u00a0at the university. For example, TB, MMR, Tdap, and Varicella are required for those planning to come to Hawaii. MCV is required for first-year students living in on-campus housing. For more information, please visit\u00a0https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/shs\/health_clearance\/<\/a>. Please note that a record of immunizations, signed, or stamped by a US licensed practitioner\u00a0or the Hawaii Department of Health may be submitted in lieu of the Health Clearance Form.<\/p>\n

The University Health Services offers\u00a0the TB test as well as the MMR and Varicella immunizations.<\/p>\n

**Spring 2021: Students intending to stay in their home countries or on the mainland due to the COVID-19 pandemic may request a health clearance exemption by contacting uhsm@hawaii.edu<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\t

Questions?<\/h3>\n

Email grdchr@hawaii.edu or call (808) 956-8374.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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