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Harrisonburg, Virginia · IPEDS 232043

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Harrisonburg, VA
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private nonprofit 4-year or above
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Programs 25

ProgramAwardCIPCreditsEditionSource
3. Class 1 or Class 2 FAA MedicalCertificate2025-2026emu.edu
Alternate TrackMaster of Divinity Courses2026emu.edu
BiomedicineCertificate2026-2027emu.edu
Doctor of Ministry in Peacemaking and Social ChangeDoctor of Ministry2025-2026emu.edu
Gap YearCertificate2026emu.edu
General TheologicalCertificate2026emu.edu
Master of Arts in Christian LeadershipMaster of Arts52.02132026emu.edu
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Master ofMaster of Arts51.15082026-2027emu.edu
Master of Arts in Conflict Transformation RequirementsMaster of Arts30.05012026emu.edu
Master of Arts in Human ResourcesMaster of Arts52.10012026emu.edu
Master of Arts in ReligionMaster of Arts2026emu.edu
Master of Arts in Restorative Justice Dual DegreeMaster of Arts2026-2027emu.edu
Master of Arts in Restorative Justice RequirementsMaster of Arts2026-2027emu.edu
Master of Arts in Theological StudiesMaster of Arts39.06012025-2026emu.edu
Master of Arts in Theological Studies and Master of Arts in ConflictMaster of Arts39.06012026-2027emu.edu
Master of Arts in Theological Studies CurriculumMaster of Arts39.06012026-2027emu.edu
Master of Arts in Transformational Leadership RequirementsMaster of Arts52.02132026-2027emu.edu
Master of Divinity Courses in Vocational AreasMaster of Divinity Courses39.06022026emu.edu
Master of Science in BiomedicineMaster of Science2026-2027emu.edu
Master of Science in Pre-MedicineMaster of Science51.11022026-2027emu.edu
Pre-LawMinor2026emu.edu
Primary TrackMaster of Divinity Courses2026emu.edu
Restorative Justice in EducationGraduate Certificate2026-2027emu.edu
Teaching and LearningGraduate Certificate2026emu.edu
Trauma and Resilience in Educational EnvironmentsGraduate Certificate2026emu.edu

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3. Class 1 or Class 2 FAA MedicalCertificate2025-20261 groups · 1 items
Alternate TrackMaster of Divinity Courses20261 groups · 2 items
BiomedicineCertificate2026-20273 groups · 24 items
Doctor of Ministry in Peacemaking and Social ChangeDoctor of Ministry2025-20262 groups · 8 items
Gap YearCertificate20261 groups · 4 items
General TheologicalCertificate20261 groups · 19 items
Master of Arts in Christian LeadershipMaster of Arts20265 groups · 19 items
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Master ofMaster of Arts2026-20271 groups · 21 items
Master of Arts in Conflict Transformation RequirementsMaster of Arts20261 groups · 1 items
Master of Arts in Human ResourcesMaster of Arts20261 groups · 1 items
Master of Arts in ReligionMaster of Arts20261 groups · 6 items
Master of Arts in Restorative Justice Dual DegreeMaster of Arts2026-20271 groups · 4 items
Master of Arts in Restorative Justice RequirementsMaster of Arts2026-20274 groups · 9 items
Master of Arts in Theological StudiesMaster of Arts2025-20264 groups · 6 items
Master of Arts in Theological Studies and Master of Arts in ConflictMaster of Arts2026-20273 groups · 18 items
Master of Arts in Theological Studies CurriculumMaster of Arts2026-20272 groups · 7 items
Master of Arts in Transformational Leadership RequirementsMaster of Arts2026-20273 groups · 17 items
Master of Divinity Courses in Vocational AreasMaster of Divinity Courses20269 groups · 28 items
Master of Science in BiomedicineMaster of Science2026-20275 groups · 24 items
Master of Science in Pre-MedicineMaster of Science2026-20272 groups · 22 items
Pre-LawMinor20261 groups · 2 items
Primary TrackMaster of Divinity Courses20261 groups · 4 items
Restorative Justice in EducationGraduate Certificate2026-20273 groups · 13 items
Teaching and LearningGraduate Certificate20261 groups · 2 items
Trauma and Resilience in Educational EnvironmentsGraduate Certificate20261 groups · 2 items

Courses 1,912

Policies 79

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credit_by_examNote that heritage or native speakers or students that have lived in a Spanish-speaking country, scored a 4 or a 5 on the AP Spanish Exam, a 5, 6, or 7 on the higher-level IB Spanish Exam (A1 or A2), or a 7 on the IB Exam (Spanish B), must enroll in a 300-level Spanish course.2025-2026emu.edu
credit_by_examA score of 4 or 5 on the AP Language and Composition exam or the AP SH Literature and Composition exam gives a student 3 hours of credit and satisfies the writing course requirement.2026emu.edu
credit_by_examNote that heritage or native speakers or students that have lived in a Spanish-speaking country, scored a 4 or a 5 on the AP Spanish Exam, a 5, 6, or 7 on the higher-level IB Spanish Exam (A1 or A2), or a 7 on the IB Exam (Spanish B), must enroll in a 300-level course.2026emu.edu
credit_by_examA student who scores 5 on the AP Language and Composition exam earns 3 hours of credit and satisfies the writing course requirement.2026emu.edu
credit_by_examA score of 4 or 5 on the AP Language and Composition exam or the AP Literature and Composition exam gives a student 3 hours of credit and satisfies 3 the writing course requirement.2026emu.edu
credit_by_examA score of 4 or 5 on the AP Language and Composition exam or the AP Literature and Composition exam gives a student 3 hours of credit and satisfies the writing course requirement.2026emu.edu
credit_by_examNote that heritage or native speakers or students who have lived in a Spanish-speaking country, scored a 4 or a 5 on the AP Spanish Exam, a 5, 6, or 7 on the higher-level IB Spanish Exam (A1 or A2), or a 7 on the IB Exam (Spanish B), must enroll in a 300-level Spanish course.2026-2027emu.edu
transfer_creditFor a campus visit or admission application, write to: Director of Seminary Admissions Eastern Mennonite Seminary Harrisonburg, VA 22802-2462 e-mail: semadmiss@emu.edu25 fax: (540) 432-4598 Transfer Credit Transfer applicants who plan to complete degree requirements at EMS shall communicate with the admissions office as soon as possible. Any credit from an accredited seminary or other accredited graduate school will be considered for transfer. Any transfer of credit will be finalized only after the student has been admitted and their tuition deposit has been paid.2025-2026emu.edu
prior_learningAdvanced Standing Credit for Study In select cases, the seminary awards credit by examination, credit for noncredit study, or credit for studies that were completed as a professional certificate.2025-2026emu.edu
prior_learningSeminary Catalog 2025-26 Students who feel they have competency in a seminary level course may, on an exceptional basis, receive advanced standing credit by examination. With the submission of a certificate of completion and a recording fee, a student can request that such nontransferable credit be applied toward advanced standing provided at least 45 hours were invested per credit hour granted, faculty had the required credentials, the reading, writing and research projects were appropriately rigorous for graduate level studies and the content meets degree requirements. No more than one-sixth of the total credits required for a degree will be granted as advanced standing credit.2025-2026emu.edu
transfer_creditFor transfer students, degree candidacy isn’t granted based on transfer credit.2025-2026emu.edu
transfer_creditShared credits between degrees may not exceed two-thirds of the SH required for the degree receiving the transfer credits [5]. If an EMS student wishes to complete a second non-theological master’s degree at EMU, the other graduate program director will work with the Associate Dean of the Seminary in determining which EMS credits will transfer to that other degree program, not to exceed two-thirds of the SH required for the degree receiving the transfer credits. Shared credits between degrees may not exceed two-thirds of the SH required for the degree receiving the transfer credits [7].2025-2026emu.edu
transfer_creditSeminary Catalog 2025-26 [2] “Graduate certificate transfer credits,” Academic Policies, EMU graduate catalog [3] “Moving from Certificate to Degree,” Academic Policies, Eastern Mennonite Seminary catalog [4] Standard 9.2, Resource Manual for the Principles of Accreditation: Foundations for Quality Enhancement, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, 2024 [5] Standard 3.13, “Educational Policies Supporting Student Learning and Formation,” Standards of Accreditation, Association of Theological Schools Commission on Accrediting, 2020 and “Guidelines for Reduced-Credit Master’s Degrees,” Association of Theological Schools Commission on Accrediting, 2020 [6] Standard 9.2, Resource Manual for the Principles of Accreditation: Foundations for Quality Enhancement, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, 2024 [7] Standard 3.13, “Educational Policies Supporting Student Learning and Formation,” Standards of Accreditation, Association of Theological Schools Commission on Accrediting, 2020 and “Guidelines for Reduced-Credit Master’s Degrees,” Association of Theological Schools Commission on Accrediting, 2020 Finances Many seminary students receive financial assistance.2025-2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate program, credit will be awarded for appropriate transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C or better (or higher grade according to departmental requirements). Transfer credits will not be included in the EMU cumulative GPA, except for instances in which the student's enrollment at the other institution was sponsored by EMU.2025-2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. CORE 302 University Research is strongly recommended for students who transfer credit fulfilling WRIT 135 College Writing II from other schools or through Transfer Virginia's Undergraduate Certificate of General Studies.2025-2026emu.edu
transfer_creditThe graduate program reserves the right to limit the amount of transfer credit which may be applied to degree requirements.2025-2026-graduateemu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credits EMU graduate programs accept a limited number of graduate transfer credits from other colleges and universities. The university registrar determines the eligibility of credits to transfer from another institution, and the director of the graduate program makes the final determination of the applicability of transfer credit to an individual’s graduate program.2025-2026-graduateemu.edu
transfer_creditGraduate certificate transfer credits A student who has completed a master’s degree and then wishes to complete a graduate certificate in a related field of study may apply up to 6 credits from the master’s degree toward the graduate certificate, as long as those credits have been completed within the past five years. When this occurs, the student may apply the additional credits toward the certificate, but they will be required to complete additional new credits equivalent to the number of credits applying from the master’s degree beyond the initial limit of 6. The additional credits should be chosen with the assistance of an advisor to supplement the student’s skill set.2025-2026-graduateemu.edu
transfer_creditRefer to the transfer credit policy below for more information.2025-2026-graduateemu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer credit Transfer credits may be applied to a student’s program of study with the approval of the academic program coordinator, who will handle decisions on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the student’s advisor. Additional semester hours may be considered for transfer under special circumstances. Transfer credit taken more than five years before a student is admitted may not be used to satisfy degree requirements. Credits coming from outside CJP coursework might be comprised of transfer credits from outside EMU or courses taken in other EMU graduate programs or the seminary. Transfer of credits completed at EMU to another institution is at the discretion of that institution.2025-2026-graduateemu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Transfer credits may be considered for inclusion in the program of study upon the approval of the director of the program. A grade of “B” or better must be earned in courses requested for transfer credit. Courses considered for transfer credit must be applicable toward a comparable degree at the institution offering the course. Application for consideration of transfer credit taken more than five years before the date at which the student is admitted must be accompanied by substantial documentation of prior work and evidence of continued and current competence. Transfer credit taken more than ten years before the date at which the student is admitted may not be used to satisfy degree requirements. No practicum or internship credits are eligible for transfer credit. Decisions with respect to number of transfer hours accepted will be handled by the Admissions Committee on a case-by-case basis, but normally a maximum of 12 hours of credit obtained from an accredited college or university may be applied to the degree.2025-2026-graduateemu.edu
transfer_credit10. Students may request to transfer credits from other regionally accredited colleges or universities based on the credit transfer policy of their primary graduate program. A transfer of credit request form must be completed. Requests for transfer credit should be directed to the MAIS program director and will be considered on a course by course basis.2025-2026-graduateemu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Policy Candidates may request to transfer up to six hours of coursework from other regionally accredited colleges or universities. A transfer of credit request form must be completed. Requests for transfer credit approval may be directed to the program director and will be considered on a course by course basis as applicable to the particular concentration area. All transfer credit must meet the following criteria: The coursework was completed within five years of admission to the EMU program. Transfer of credits completed at EMU to another institution is at the discretion of that institution.2026-2027emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Policy Candidates may request to transfer up to nine hours of coursework from other regionally accredited colleges or universities. A transfer of credit request form must be completed. Requests for transfer credit approval may be directed to the program director and will be considered on a course by course basis as applicable to the particular concentration area. All transfer credit must meet the following criteria: • The coursework was completed within five years of admission to the EMU program. Transfer of credits completed at EMU to another institution is at the discretion of that institution.2025-2026-graduateemu.edu
transfer_creditGraduate Catalog 2024-25 Electives (9 SH)* 9 semester hours to be selected from the following or other approved courses by adviser: • Graduate Teacher Education Courses • EDCI 511 Teaming and Collaboration (3 SH) • EDCI 541 Supporting Positive Classroom Behaviors (SPED focus) (3 SH) • EDDA 501 Fostering Resilience through School and Community Partnerships (3 SH) • EDDA 511 Teaching Diverse Learners (3 SH) • EDDA 571 Trauma, Restoration, & Resilience in Educational Environments (3 SH) • EDDA 631 Research in Risk and Resilience (3 SH) • EDRJ 625 RJE Practicum (Prerequisite: RJE graduate certificate completion OR MAEd admission and completion of RJE concentration area courses) (3 SH) *decisions made in collaboration with academic adviser + required as part of the certificate program Transfer Credits EMU graduate programs accept a limited amount of graduate transfer credit from other colleges and universities. The university registrar determines the eligibility of credits to transfer from another institution, and the director of the graduate program makes the final determination of the applicability of transfer credit to an individual’s graduate program. The graduate program reserves the right to limit the amount of transfer credit which may be applied to degree requirements.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit83B Transfer Credits EMU graduate programs accept a limited amount of graduate transfer credit from other colleges and universities. The University Registrar determines the eligibility of credits to transfer from another institution, and the director of the graduate program makes the final determination of the applicability of transfer credit to an individual's graduate program.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditGraduate Certificate transfer credits: If within the same field of study, the graduate program will accept 6 credits from the alumnus’s MA degree program, as long as those courses have been taken within the last five years. If the alumnus has completed a Graduate Certificate and is coming back to do a full MA program, transfer credits will be considered under the program’s normal transfer credit policy as well as the requirements for the MA/Certificate outlin above.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditGraduate Catalog 2022-23 Graduate certificate transfer credits A student who has completed a master’s degree and then wishes to complete a graduate certificate in a related field of study may apply up to 6 credits from the master’s degree toward the graduate certificate, as long as those credits have been completed within the past five years. When this occurs, the student may apply the additional credits toward the certificate, but they will be required to complete additional new credits equivalent to the number of credits applying from the master’s degree beyond the initial limit of 6. The additional credits should be chosen with the assistance of an advisor to supplement the student’s skill set.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditGraduate Catalog 2022-23 Transfer Credit Transfer credits may be considered for inclusion in the program of study upon the approval of the director of the program. A grade of “B” or better must be earned in courses requested for transfer credit. Courses considered for transfer credit must be applicable toward a comparable degree at the institution offering the course. Application for consideration of transfer credit taken more than five years before the date at which the student is admitted must be accompanied by substantial documentation of prior work and evidence of continued and current competence. Transfer credit taken more than ten years before the date at which the student is admitted may not be used to satisfy degree requirements. No practicum or internship credits are eligible for transfer credit. Decisions with respect to number of transfer hours accepted will be handled by the Admissions Committee on a case-by-case basis, but normally a maximum of 12 hours of credit obtained from an accredited college or university may be applied to the degree.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate program, credit will be awarded for appropriate transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C or better (or higher grade according to departmental requirements). Transfer credits will not be included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the student's enrollment at the other institution was sponsored by EMU. • Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropriate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate proficiency in a course for which the student has not previously enrolled.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditUpon request, unofficial assessments of how credits will be transferred to EMU will be provided after an application for admission is submitted. Transfer students from two-year colleges may transfer up to 65 semester hours (75 from Hesston College) toward a degree at EMU. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA. EMU maintains a special transfer agreement with Hesston College (Hesston, KS), Blue Ridge Community College (Weyers Cave, VA), and Lord Fairfax Community College (Middletown, VA) to assure the most beneficial transfer of credits for students of these institutions continuing their education at EMU. For a full statement of transfer credit policies and practices see the university registrar's website: https://emu.edu/registrar.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit• Transfer applicants may receive unconditional admission by submitting transcripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate pro- gram, credit will be awarded for appro- priate transfer courses in which the stu- dent has earned a grade of C or better (or higher grade according to departmental requirements).2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer credits will not be included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the student’s enroll- ment at the other institution was spon- sored by EMU. Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropri- ate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate proficiency in a course for which the stu- dent has not previously enrolled.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. Student Life Transfer Recom­ mendation Form: Transfer applicants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form from residential institutions previously attended. Upon request, 222 • Admissions unofficial assessments of how credits will be transferred to EMU will be provided after an application for admission is sub- mitted. Transfer students from two-year col- leges may transfer up to 65 semester hours (75 from Hesston College) toward a degree at EMU. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA. EMU maintains a special trans- fer agreement with Hesston College, Hesston, KS., to assure the most ben- eficial transfer of credits for Hesston graduates continuing their education at EMU.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit1. Unconditional admission may be granted to first-year applicants who have a high school grade point average of 2.6 or above (on a 4.00 scale), and submit an SAT combined math and verbal/critical reading score of at least 900 or an ACT composite score of at least 19. In addi- tion to these combined scores, applicants must earn the following minimum section scores: SAT verbal/critical reading, 420; SAT math, 420; ACT English, 19; ACT math, 19. Applicants whose first language is other than English and who do not meet the minimum SAT or ACT test scores may submit TOEFL or IELTS scores. Transfer applicants may receive unconditional admission by submitting transcripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit. Transfer applicants with fewer than the minimum requirements for uncon- ditional admission may be granted con- ditional admission based on a review of accumulated semester hours and the high school record.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate pro- gram, credit will be awarded for appro- priate transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better (or higher grade according to departmen- tal requirements). Transfer credits will not be included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the stu- dent’s enrollment at the other institution was sponsored by EMU.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. Student Life Transfer Recom­ mendation Form: Transfer applicants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form from residential institutions previously attended. Upon request, 220 • Admissions unofficial assessments of how credits will be transferred to EMU will be provided after an application for admission is sub- mitted. Transfer students from two-year col- leges may transfer up to 65 semester hours (75 from Hesston College) toward a degree at EMU. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA. EMU maintains a special trans- fer agreement with Hesston College, Hesston, KS., to assure the most ben- eficial transfer of credits for Hesston graduates continuing their education at EMU.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditThe Communication skills may be accepted second and third semesters will follow a as transfer credit to meet nursing require- traditional fall/spring semester format.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. Student Life Transfer Recom­ mendation Form: Transfer applicants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form from institutions previously attended. Upon request, unofficial assessments of how credits will be transferred to EMU will be provided after an application for admission is sub- mitted. Transfer students from two-year col- leges may transfer up to 65 semester hours (75 from Hesston College) toward a degree at EMU. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA. EMU maintains a special trans- fer agreement with Hesston College, Hesston, KS., to assure the most ben- eficial transfer of credits for Hesston graduates continuing their education at EMU.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit1. Unconditional admission may be granted to first-year applicants who have a high school grade point average of 2.2 or above (on a 4.00 scale), and submit an SAT combined math and verbal/critical reading score of at least 920 or an ACT composite score of at least 20. In addi- tion to these combined scores, applicants must earn the following minimum section scores: SAT verbal/critical reading, 420; SAT math, 420; ACT English, 19; ACT math, 19. Applicants whose first language is other than English and who do not meet the minimum SAT or ACT test scores may submit TOEFL or IELTS scores. Transfer applicants may receive unconditional admission by submitting transcripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit. Transfer applicants with fewer than the minimum requirements for uncon- ditional admission may be granted con- ditional admission based on a review of accumulated semester hours and the high school record.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditgram provides opportunity for increased familiarity with the campus environment, Credit by Examination and preregistration for classes and establishing Experience relationships with other new students.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit20 • Academic and Degree Information Transfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate pro- gram, credit will be awarded for appropri- ate transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better (or higher grade according to departmental requirements). Transfer credits will not be included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the student’s enroll- ment at the other institution was spon- sored by EMU. Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropri- ate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate pro- ficiency in a course for which the student has not previously enrolled.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditEach applicant’s academic record will as transfer credit to meet nursing require- be reviewed individually.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. Student Life Transfer Recom­ mendation Form: Transfer applicants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form from institutions previously attended. Transfer students from two-year col- leges may transfer up to 65 semester hours toward a degree at EMU. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA. EMU maintains a special trans- fer agreement with Hesston College, Hesston, KS., to assure the most ben- eficial transfer of credits for Hesston graduates continuing their education at EMU.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit1. Unconditional admission may be granted to first-year applicants who have a high school grade point average of 2.2 or above (on a 4.00 scale), and submit an SAT combined math and verbal/critical reading score of at least 920 or an ACT composite score of at least 20. In addi- tion to these combined scores, applicants must earn the following minimum sec- tion scores: SAT verbal/critical reading, 420; SAT math, 420; ACT English, 19; ACT math, 19. Applicants who take the ACT are required to submit the writing test score. Transfer applicants may receive unconditional admission by submitting transcripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit. Transfer applicants with fewer than the minimum requirements for uncon- ditional admission may be granted con- ditional admission based on a review of accumulated semester hours and the high school record.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditDepending on the academic work completed by the applicant, a course in Professional Communication skills may be accepted as transfer credit to meet nursing require- ments.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. Student Life Transfer Recom­ mendation Form: Transfer applicants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form from institutions previously attended. Transfer students from two-year col- leges may transfer up to 65 semester hours toward a degree at EMU. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer applicants may receive uncon- ditional admission by submitting tran- scripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit. Transfer applicants with fewer than the minimum requirements for unconditional admission may be granted conditional admission based on a review of accumu- lated semester hours and the high school record.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate program, credit will be awarded for appropriate transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better (or higher grade according to departmental requirements). Transfer credits will not be 20 • Academic and Degree Information included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the student’s enroll- ment at the other institution was spon- sored by EMU. Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropriate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate proficiency in a course for which the student has not previously enrolled.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditor above (on a 4.00 scale), and submit an SAT combined math and verbal/critical reading score of at least 920 or an ACT composite score of at least 20. In addi- tion to these combined scores, applicants must earn the following minimum section scores: SAT verbal/critical reading, 420; SAT math, 420; ACT English, 19; ACT math, 19. Applicants who take the ACT are required to submit the writing test score. Transfer applicants may receive uncon- ditional admission by submitting tran- scripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit. Transfer applicants with fewer than the minimum requirements for unconditional admission may be granted conditional admission based on a review of accumu- lated semester hours and the high school record.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate pro- gram, credit will be awarded for appro- priate transfer courses in which the stu- dent has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits 18 • Academic & Degree Information will not be included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the stu- dent’s enrollment at the other institu- tion was sponsored by EMU. Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropri- ate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate proficiency in a course for which the student has not previously enrolled.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form: Transfer applicants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form for each col- lege or university previously attended. Upon request, unofficial assessments of how credits will be transferred to EMU will be provided after an application for admission is submitted. Transfer students from two-year col- leges may transfer up to 65 semester hours toward a degree at EMU. Hesston College students may transfer up to 75 semester hours of credit. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades For traditional transfer students, credit will be awarded for appropriate transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the student’s enroll- ment at the other institution was spon- sored by EMU. Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropri- ate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate proficiency in a course for which the student has not previously enrolled. Testing Services In addition to credit by examination options, Career Services offers vocation- al interest and personality inventories.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditUpon request unofficial assessments of how credits will be transferred to EMU will be provided after an application for admission is submitted. Transfer students from two-year col- leges may transfer up to 65 semester hours toward a degree at EMU. Hesston College students may transfer up to 75 semester hours of credit. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate program, credit will be awarded for appropriate transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better (or higher grade according to departmental requirements). However, transfer credits will not be included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the student’s enrollment at the other institution was sponsored by EMU. Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropriate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate proficiency in a course for which the student has not previously enrolled.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditas transfer credit to meet nursing require- Nursing Level 1 (NURS) Level 1 is one semester in length.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit1. Unconditional admission may be granted to first-year applicants who have a high school grade point average of 2.2 or above (on a 4.00 scale), and submit an SAT combined math and verbal/critical reading score of at least 920 or an ACT composite score of at least 20. In addi- tion to these combined scores, applicants must earn the following minimum section scores: SAT verbal/critical reading, 420; SAT math, 420; ACT English, 19; ACT math, 19. Applicants who take the ACT are required to submit the writing test score. Transfer applicants may receive uncon- ditional admission by submitting tran- scripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit. Transfer applicants with fewer than the minimum requirements for unconditional admission may be granted conditional2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades (3) If the instructor does not feel that a change in grade is warranted, In the traditional undergraduate pro- gram, credit will be awarded for appropri- the student may appeal to the chair of ate transfer courses in which the student the department in which the course is has earned a grade of C- or better (or offered. Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropri- ate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate proficiency in a course for which the student has not previously enrolled.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. Student Life Transfer Recom­ mendation Form: Transfer applicants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form from institutions previously attended. To qualify, the student must: credits will be transferred to EMU will a) earn a 2.0 GPA for the first 12 SH be provided after an application for following re-enrollment, and b) submit admission is submitted. The following regulations leges may transfer up to 65 semester govern this option: hours toward a degree at EMU. ning to transfer to EMU for the comple- • The option will be granted only once tion of a degree will find it helpful to to a student. credit for only those courses in which grades of C- or better were earned Credit will be awarded for transfer prior to readmission. However, transfer credits will • All grades will remain on the tran- not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit1. Unconditional admission may be granted to first-year applicants who have a high school grade point average of 2.2 or above (on a 4.00 scale), and submit an SAT combined math and verbal/critical reading score of at least 920 or an ACT composite score of at least 20. In addition to these combined scores, applicants must earn the fol- lowing minimum section scores: SAT verbal/critical reading, 420; SAT math, 420; ACT English, 19; ACT math, 19. Applicants who take the ACT are required to submit the writing test score. 198 • Admissions Transfer applicants may receive unconditional admission by submitting transcripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit. Transfer applicants with fewer than The Admissions Committee will the minimum requirements for uncon- consider the appeal and report its deci- ditional admission may be granted con- sion to the student in writing within 30 ditional admission based on a review days of the receipt of the request. Admission decisions for appli- cants not meeting unconditional admis- Credit by Examination and sion criteria are made by the Admissions Experience Committee. Options for advanced placement, credit by examination and service-learning Appealing the Admission credit are described on pages 19-20.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate pro- gram, credit will be awarded for appro- priate transfer courses in which the stu- dent has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included in the EMU GPA, except for instances in which the student’s enroll- ment at the other institution was spon- sored by EMU. Credit by Examination Upon recommendation of the appropri- ate instructor, an EMU student may request to earn credit or demonstrate proficiency in a course for which the student has not previously enrolled.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit5. Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form: Transfer appli- cants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form for institutions previously attended. Upon request, unofficial assessments of how credits will be transferred to EMU will be provided after an application for admission is submitted. Transfer students from two-year col- leges may transfer up to 65 semester hours toward a degree at EMU. Hesston College students may transfer up to 75 semester hours of credit. Credit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C- or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA.2026emu.edu
transfer_credit1. Unconditional admission may be granted to first-year applicants who have a high school grade point average of 2.2 or above (on a 4.00 scale), and submit an SAT combined math and verbal/critical reading score of at least 920 or an ACT composite score of at least 20. In addition to these combined scores, applicants must earn the fol- lowing minimum section scores: SAT verbal/critical reading, 420; SAT math, 420; ACT English, 19; ACT math, 19. Applicants who take the ACT are required to submit the writing test score. 200 • Admissions Transfer applicants may receive unconditional admission by submitting transcripts of previous accredited col- lege work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 15 SH of transferable credit. Transfer applicants with fewer than the minimum requirements for uncon- ditional admission may be granted con-2026emu.edu
transfer_creditGraduate Catalog 2022-23 • MOL (MA in Organizational Leadership) Courses • MOL 600 Developing Healthy Organizations: Team Building & Collaboration (3 SH) *decisions made in collaboration with academic adviser + required as part of the certificate program Transfer Credits EMU graduate programs accept a limited amount of graduate transfer credit from other colleges and universities. The university registrar determines the eligibility of credits to transfer from another institution, and the director of the graduate program makes the final determination of the applicability of transfer credit to an individual’s graduate program. The graduate program reserves the right to limit the amount of transfer credit which may be applied to degree requirements.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditFor a campus visit or admission application, write to: Director of Seminary Admissions Eastern Mennonite Seminary Harrisonburg, VA 22802-2462 ail: semadmiss@emu.edu fax: (540) 432-4598 Transfer Credit Transfer applicants who plan to complete degree requirements at EMS shall communicate with the admissions office as soon as possible. Any credit from an accredited seminary or other accredited graduate school will be considered for transfer. No grade below C- will be accepted as transfer credit. Any transfer of credit will be finalized only after the student has been admitted and their tuition deposit has been paid. Time Limit on EMS and Transfer Credit In compliance with the Association of Theological Schools accrediting standards, EMS policy is that all course credits applied toward degree requirements should be earned within ten years of the awarding of the degree.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer credit from non-traditional learning modes (e.g ., distance learning courses) is limited to one academic year (27 credit hours). Advanced Standing Credit for Study In select cases, the seminary awards credit by examination, credit for noncredit study, or credit for studies that were completed as a professional certificate. Students who feel they have competency in a seminary level course may, on an exceptional basis, receive advanced standing credit by examination. With the submission of a certificate of completion and a recording fee, a student can request that such nontransferable credit be applied toward advanced standing provided at least 45 hours were invested per credit hour granted, faculty had the required credentials, the reading, writing and research projects were appropriately rigorous for graduate level studies and the content meets degree requirements. No more than one-sixth of the total credits required for a degree will be granted as advanced standing credit.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditA baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution (or its educational equivalent) and a minimum grade point average of 2.5 are required for admission to a degree program. For a campus visit or admission application, write to: Director of Seminary Admissions Eastern Mennonite Seminary Harrisonburg, VA 22802-2462 e-mail: semadmiss@emu.edu fax: (540) 432-4598 Transfer Credit 102026emu.edu
transfer_creditAny credit from an accredited seminary or other accredited graduate school will be considered for transfer. No grade below C- will be accepted as transfer credit. Any transfer of credit will be finalized only after candidacy is granted. Time Limit on EMS and Transfer Credit In compliance with the Association of Theological Schools accrediting standards, EMS policy is that All course credits applied toward degree requirements should be earned within ten years of the awarding of the degree.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditFor transfer students, degree candidacy isn’t automatically granted based on transfer credit but will occur when the student nears completion of 20 semester hours of study at EMS. Any transfer credit will be finalized only after degree candidacy is granted.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditGraduate Catalog 2023-24 Electives (9 SH)* 9 semester hours to be selected from the following or other approved courses by adviser: • Graduate Teacher Education Courses • EDCI 511 Teaming and Collaboration (3 SH) • EDCI 541 Supporting Positive Classroom Behaviors (SPED focus) (3 SH) • EDDA 501 Fostering Resilience through School and Community Partnerships (3 SH) • EDDA 511 Teaching Diverse Learners (3 SH) • EDDA 571 Trauma, Restoration, & Resilience in Educational Environments (3 SH) • EDDA 631 Research in Risk and Resilience (3 SH) • EDRJ 625 RJE Practicum (Prerequisite: RJE graduate certificate completion OR MAEd admission and completion of RJE concentration area courses) (3 SH) *decisions made in collaboration with academic adviser + required as part of the certificate program Transfer Credits EMU graduate programs accept a limited amount of graduate transfer credit from other colleges and universities. The university registrar determines the eligibility of credits to transfer from another institution, and the director of the graduate program makes the final determination of the applicability of transfer credit to an individual’s graduate program. The graduate program reserves the right to limit the amount of transfer credit which may be applied to degree requirements.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditGraduate Catalog 2023-24 3. The course plan must include a minimum of 12 semester hours and a maximum of 18 semester hours from the primary program and a minimum of 9 semester hours and a maximum of 12 semester hours from the secondary program. 10. Students may request to transfer credits from other regionally accredited colleges or universities based on the credit transfer policy of their primary graduate program. A transfer of credit request form must be completed. Requests for transfer credit should be directed to the MAIS program director and will be considered on a course by course basis.2026emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Transfer credits may be considered upon approval by the program director.2026-2027emu.edu
transfer_credit2026-27 Graduate Catalog Practicum and internship credits are not eligible for transfer. Transfer credit decisions are made by the Admissions Committee on a case-by-case basis.2026-2027emu.edu
transfer_credit2026-27 Graduate Catalog *decisions made in collaboration with academic advisor + required as part of the graduate certificate program Transfer Credits EMU graduate programs accept a limited amount of graduate transfer credit from other colleges and universities. The university registrar determines the eligibility of credits to transfer from another institution, and the director of the graduate program makes the final determination of the applicability of transfer credit to an individual’s graduate program. The graduate program reserves the right to limit the amount of transfer credit which may be applied to degree requirements.2026-2027emu.edu
transfer_creditTransfer Credit Grades In the traditional undergraduate program, credit will be awarded for appropriate transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C or better (or higher grade according to departmental requirements). Transfer credits will not be included in the EMU Academic and Degree Information – 272026-2027emu.edu
transfer_credit6. Transfer credits attempted and earned toward a student’s degree will be calculated into the satisfactory academic progress criteria (semester of enrollment, total credits earned, % of attempted credits that are passed).2026-2027emu.edu
prior_learningGraduates who meet advanced standing requirements may pursue graduate degrees in social work at CSWE accredited masters in social work programs to finish an MSW degree on an accelerated basis.2026-2027emu.edu
transfer_creditCredit will be awarded for transfer courses in which the student has earned a grade of C or better. However, transfer credits will not be included when calculating the EMU cumulative GPA. 2. Application Requirements: Transfer applicants may receive admission by submitting transcripts of previous accredited college work showing at least a 2.00 grade point average in 30 SH of transferable credit. 4. Transfer Agreements: EMU maintains a transfer agreement with the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) to assure the most beneficial transfer of credits for students of these institutions continuing their education at EMU. 6. For a full statement of transfer credit policies and practices see the university registrar's website: https://emu.edu/registrar.2026-2027emu.edu

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4. Transfer Agreements: EMU maintains a transfer agreement with the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) to assure the most beneficial transfer of credits for students of these institutions continuing their education at EMU.transferemu.edu
Academic Exchange Programs • LCC International University, http://www.lcc.lt/ in Klaipeda, Lithuania offers a full range of coursework and community dorm life.exchangeemu.edu
Dual Seminary and Counseling Degree (MDiv + MA) A dual-degree option enabling students to earn both the MDiv and MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in approximately one year less, and at a lower cost, than pursuing the degrees separately.dual-degreeemu.edu
EMS has established a partnership with Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, DC, in order to adequately provide needed United Methodist courses to EMS students, on the EMS campus or online.partnershipemu.edu
EMU has articulation agreements with clinical laboratory science programs at Sentara RMH Medical Center, Augusta Health Center, and Virginia Commonwealth University.articulationemu.edu
EMU maintains a special trans- fer agreement with Hesston College, Hesston, KS., to assure the most ben- eficial transfer of credits for Hesston graduates continuing their education at EMU.partnershipemu.edu
EMU maintains a special transfer agreement with Hesston College (Hesston, KS), Blue Ridge Community College (Weyers Cave, VA), and Lord Fairfax Community College (Middletown, VA) to assure the most beneficial transfer of credits for students of these institutions continuing their education at EMU.transferemu.edu
IEP’s program of lively intercultural fourth mile from the CUA/Brookland learning across the curriculum (LILAC) metro, the Catholic University of America, creates partnerships between IEP classes shops, restaurants and recreational areas.partnershipemu.edu
Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Conflict Transformation Dual Degree Academic Requirements Seminary MDiv degree requires 81 SH, 50 SH core requirements and 31 SH of Ministry Track electives.dual-degreeemu.edu
Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Restorative Justice Dual Degree Academic Requirements Seminary MDiv degree requires 81 SH, 50 SH core requirements and 31 SH of Ministry Track electives.dual-degreeemu.edu
United Methodist Studies The seminary has developed a partnership arrangement with Wesley Seminary in Washington D.C.partnershipemu.edu
WCSC faculty design University of America, Howard internships in partnership with students University, The Corcoran College and their academic advisors of Arts and Design, Trinity University.partnershipemu.edu
• Handong Global University, http://www.handong.edu/ International student exchange program in Pohang, South Korea.exchangeemu.edu

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