Georgia Southern Preferred Graduate Admissions
Georgia Southern Preferred Graduate Admissions
Applying to a Master’s Program Just Got Easier
Georgia Southern undergraduates with a 3.00 GPA or higher can now apply to a master’s degree in less than 10 minutes–and we’ll even waive the application fee.
The Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies (JNACOGS) offers a streamlined admission option for several master’s programs. Currently enrolled undergraduate students aspiring to complete a master’s degree in their current or related area of study who meet a cumulative GPA requirement set by each program can qualify for this admissions pathway. Some participating degree programs may have additional criteria for eligibility.
How does it work?
Georgia Southern undergraduate students who meet the criteria outlined by the participating programs must complete the Preferred Admit Form prior or during their final semester of undergraduate coursework. Eligible students are fast-tracked through the graduate admissions process, exempting the student from the application fee, potentially waiving test scores, and other supplemental documentation required by the participating programs.
Students must submit the Preferred Admit Form prior to the program’s application deadline. All graduate program application deadlines may be found on the JNACOGs website. Eligible students may only use this fast-track admissions process for one participating graduate program.
As with all admission decisions, meeting the criteria does not guarantee admission. All admission decisions are subject to program availability and capacity constraints. Successful completion of an undergraduate degree is required for enrollment into any graduate program.
Participating Graduate Degrees for Preferred Admission
Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
College of Education
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health
*Minimum GPA requirements vary by program. Please check specific program requirements above.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits to utilizing the preferred admit process?
- Eligible students can apply to a participating master’s program in less than ten minutes with no application fee. The quick and easy Preferred Admit Form does not require test scores, letters of recommendation, or essay components. Programs may still request additional materials, if necessary.
How do I complete the preferred admit process?
- It’s as simple as completing the Preferred Admit Form.
Do I need to complete the standard graduate application process as well?
- No. Once you have completed the Preferred Admit Form, you do not need to complete any additional application for that participating program.
For how many programs can I submit a preferred admit form?
- One. You may only complete the preferred admit process for one of the participating programs.
What GPA do I need to qualify for preferred admittance?
- Participating programs determine the minimum GPA required for admission to their specific program. The minimum GPA is currently a 3.0, however, some programs require a higher minimum GPA for qualification. Please see the listing above for more information.
I’m a transfer student. How is my GPA calculated for eligibility?
- For a transfer student, Georgia Southern will consider your institutional GPA only for admittance. Your transferred coursework is not included in your institutional GPA.
Does the preferred admit process guarantee my acceptance?
- As with all admission decisions, meeting the criteria does not guarantee admission. All admission decisions are subject to program availability and capacity constraints.
Still Have Questions?
Email gradadmissions@georgiasouthern.edu
Last updated: 1/24/2024