Application Requirements for distance Merchandising Specialization

The distance program is administered through Great Plains IDEA; however, students choose a home institution that will actually confer your degree upon successful completion of the program of study. The priority deadline for admission to the K-State master's in apparel and textiles program with a specialization in merchandising is March 1 for summer or fall entry and October 1 for spring entry into the program.

K-State does not require the GRE for admission to the merchandising specialization. To be admitted to our M.S. degree program with a specialization in Merchandising, applications are reviewed by the ATID Graduate Faculty. Students should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher during the last two years of the undergraduate degree. Students with a GPA of less than 3.0 may be admitted on probationary status, but only under careful consideration by faculty review.

Each Great Plains IDEA course has a maximum enrollment; those who have been admitted to a degree program at one of the participating universities will be given preference for space in the class.

Application Process

Applications to all graduate programs at K-State are processed through the University's Graduate School. Below is a listing of the forms you need to fill out and items you need to submit. Some items are specific to international students only.

1. The KSU application form for admission to the Graduate School.
2. Reference Form — Three people need to complete the appropriate form and send it directly to us:
   • Reference form for Master's Students (Adobe Acrobat)
3. One official transcript (with institution's seal) sent directly from each university attended.
4. A one-page Statement of Objectives where you state your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree, your career goals, and the specific area in which you would like to study.
5. Resume.
6. Application Fee: $55 for international students or $40 for domestic students. Money order or cashier's check made payable to KSU Graduate School. Personal checks will not be accepted.

International Students: In addition to the above, please provide the following.

1. TOEFL scores sent directly from testing agency. Minimums: 550 paper-based; 213 computer-based; or 79 internet-based.
2. Affidavit of financial support form (Microsoft Word). If a certificate of deposit is submitted, the amount of funds must be shown in U.S. dollars. The document must be an original from the financial institution. Photocopies or fax copies cannot be accepts.
3. Photocopy of passport page that has the person's name and photograph on it.

Where to Send Materials:

Apparel, Textiles, and Interior Design
Attn: AT Graduate Program
Kansas State University
225 Justin Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506-1405

Contact:

Gina Jackson, Administrative Specialist

Deadlines:

International students need to follow the following deadlines:

• February 1 for admission the following fall
• August 1 for admission the following spring
• December 1 for admission the following summer

Domestic students:

• March 1 for admission the following summer or fall
• October 1 for admission the following spring
• Applications arriving after these dates will not be given priority status and may require a change of admission to the following semester

Review by Graduate Faculty:

ATID graduate faculty review applications as a group and decide to recommend admission. Applications will not be reviewed until they are complete. If admission is recommended, the application, transcripts, and supporting materials are then sent to the Graduate School for final review. In the event that the faculty decide against admission, the applicant is notified by letter.