Applicants to the M.A. in Clinical Psychology, M.A. in Education – Social Justice & Educational Leadership, and M.A.in Education with Teaching Credential programs must have earned an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution, although not necessarily in a related field.
Standardized tests are not required for admission, with the exception of M.A. in Education students (if applying for the credential program) and the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for international student applicants whose native language is not English. Grade averages and the quality and content of previous academic work are evaluated, recognizing that an adult’s present capacities may not be reflected in grades earned long before or in fields unrelated to present interests.
Antioch University Santa Barbara particularly seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to building a student body diverse in gender, ethnicity, age, class, physical differences, learning styles, sexual orientation, professional backgrounds, and community experiences.
To apply, please submit the following:
* Online Application – VIP Page – Application
* Admissions essays (see guidelines below)
* Two letters of recommendation (with coversheets), recommendations from relatives, friends, or personal therapists is not advised.
* Official transcripts indicating B.A./B.S. degree conferral from a regionally-accredited institution
Please send all transcripts to:
Admissions, Antioch University Santa Barbara
801 Garden Street, Suite 101
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
The program does not require that applicants submit G.R.E. scores.
Essay Guidelines
Please send your completed essays as email attachments (word document or PDF) to: Admissions@antiochsb.edu, with the following in the subject line: (your first and last name), MACP Program.
You also have the option of sending your essays via standard mail.
Please send them to:
Admissions, Antioch University Santa Barbara
801 Garden Street, Suite 101
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
ESSAY ONE
Write an autobiographical essay describing how your life history has contributed to the development of the person you are today and to your decision to pursue graduate education and training in clinical psychology. Relevant areas to discuss are: family background, interpersonal relationships, volunteer work, multicultural experiences, previous academic studies and employment. Please limit your response to five, double spaced pages. Essays over the limit will not be reviewed.
ESSAY TWO
Imagine that you are working with a family that is considering divorce. The parents are concerned about the impact on their two children, a boy who is five and a girl who is nine. The couple wants to discuss whether it would be better for the children if they remained in the marriage until the children are grown, or whether an immediate divorce would be less problematic for the children. How would you address the family’s question? We are not interested in how you would treat this family, but rather your critical analysis of the situation and the issues you would consider. Be sure to articulate your position and substantiate your point of view. Please do not exceed 1,000 words in your essay.
ESSAY THREE
Briefly discuss your professional goals and what you would like to learn in an MA Psychology program.
To apply, please submit the following:
* Online Application – VIP Page – Application
* Program-specific admissions essay (see guidelines below)
* Two letters of recommendation (with coversheets), recommendations from relatives, friends, or personal therapists is not advised.
* Resume
* Copy of your credential (if applicable)
* Official transcripts from all regionally-accredited institutions
Please send all transcripts to:
Admissions, Antioch University Santa Barbara
801 Garden Street, Suite 101
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Essay Guidelines
Please send your completed essay as an email attachment (word document or PDF) to: Admissions@antiochsb.edu, with the following in the subject line: (your first and last name), MAEx Program.
You also have the option of sending your essay via standard mail.
Please send it to:
Admissions, Antioch University Santa Barbara
801 Garden Street, Suite 101
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Please respond to the following questions in 4-6 pages:
Please note that Question #8 is optional.
1. What factors led you to undertake this education program at this time and how will the degree impact your professional goals?
2. Describe your leadership skills and how they are used in the classroom, school, community, and/or other life situations.
3. What reforms do you see needed in education today, and what visions do you have for achieving necessary changes?
4. Describe a difficult situation you have had related to education or schools. Evaluate your handling of the situation, revealing any personal characteristics that enabled you to be an effective part of a solution.
5. Describe any community action or organizing that you have been involved in, and how it impacts your perceptions of yourself as an educator.
6. What experiences have you had that prepare you to work as an educator with people who differ from yourself?
7. Please comment on your experience or interests in working toward or organizing for social change.
8. If your GPA is below a 2.8 and you believe it does not represent your academic abilities, you must provide a full explanation in writing.
Please submit the following to apply:
* Online Application – VIP Page – Application
* Program-specific admissions essay (see guidelines below)
* CBEST test results
* CSET results or proof of registration
* Resume
* Two letters of recommendation, (with coversheets), recommendations from relatives, friends, or personal therapists is not advised.
* Resume
* Official transcripts from all regionally-accredited institutions
Please send all transcripts to:
Admissions, Antioch University Santa Barbara
801 Garden Street, Suite 101
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Essay Guidelines
Please send your completed essay as email attachment (word document or PDF) to: Admissions@antiochsb.edu, with the following in the subject line: (your first and last name), MAE-TC Program.
You also have the option of sending your essay via standard mail.
Please send it to:
Admissions, Antioch University Santa Barbara
801 Garden Street, Suite 101
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In 4-6 pages, please respond to the following questions:
Question #10 is optional.
1. What factors led you to undertake this education program at this time and how will the degree impact your professional goals?
2. Describe your leadership skills and how they are used in the classroom, school, community, and/or other life situations.
3. What reforms do you see needed in education today, and what visions do you have for achieving necessary changes?
4. Describe a difficult situation you have had related to education or schools. Evaluate your handling of the situation, revealing any personal characteristics that enabled you to be an effective part of a solution.
5. Describe any community action or organizing that you have been involved in, and how it impacts your perceptions of yourself as an educator.
6. What experiences have you had that prepare you to work as an educator with people who differ from yourself?
7. Please comment on your experience or interests in working toward or organizing for social change.
8. Please describe in some detail your experiences in working and/or being with children. What were your roles, responsibilities? Who were the children? For applicants to the mild/moderate disabilities credential, please specifically highlight experiences with children with disabilities.
9. What is your motivation to become a teacher/special education teacher?
10. If your GPA is below a 2.8 and you believe it does not represent your academic abilities, you must provide a full explanation in writing.
