Online Graduate Admissions

When can I apply? 

Graduate programs begin multiple times a year. 现在是申请加入下一届的好时机. 

Cohort Model: 队列是一群一起开始和完成课程的学生. We operate on a rolling admission basis, 这意味着线上澳博在完成申请后就会做出录取决定. 将邀请首批24名符合条件的申请者加入一个队列, so some target start dates may vary. 

Have more questions about your options? Explore our online graduate degrees. 

How do I apply? 

1. Start Your Application 

Use our online application to get started. 你可以休息一下，然后回来完成任务或检查你的状态. Have your bachelor's from Columbia College? Learn about your application advantage below. 

Apply Application Status

2. Request Your Transcript

Request an official copy of your transcript. 官方成绩单应该直接从你就读的每个本科学院或大学寄来. 说明你是否有兴趣对以前的研究生学习进行转学分评估. You may receive up to nine hours of credit.

Choose one of the essay scenarios listed below. 在你写文章之前，一定要看一下评分标准——评分标准是线上澳博给你的文章打分的标准.

3. Essay

(如果在本科或研究生毕业时的平均绩点低于3.5)

Essay Instructions

Essay Scenarios (Pick One)

• 解释你为什么选择这个特定的学习项目. 此外，在完成研究生学位后讨论你的计划.
• 选择一个重要的个人成就来讨论. 分享这一成就是如何对你的人生选择和抱负产生重大影响的.
• 在你的职业经历中，描述一个领导成功或失败的情况. In your assessment, 解释促成成功的基础或障碍的“力量”.
• 详细描述你如何看待你所在领域的领导者角色.

Essay Instructions

• 必须至少2页，但不超过4页.
• 必须使用时代新罗马字体12点，双倍行距，一英寸边距. 
• Any cover page, 用于标识信息(如姓名和地址)的行, 否则引用将不计入你的总页数.
• 一旦你准备好了，把你的论文提交到: documents@factorvk.com.

Essay Rubric

 

	Unacceptable 0-2	Acquiring 3-5	Proficient 6-8	Distinguished 9-10
Focus & Supporting Details	The purpose and ideas are not clear.	The topic is referenced but the purpose of writing is unclear; inconsistent use of details to support the topic.	The purpose of writing is clear; provides specific details that support the topic.	The purpose of writing is clear and successfully presents the topic in a unique way; consistently and effectively uses specific and vivid details that support the topic.
Content & Organization	没有清晰的介绍、主题组织和结论.	The introduction states the main purpose; some organization; conclusion provided but not developed in a relevant or meaningful way.	清晰的介绍和结论，以逻辑顺序呈现信息的证据.	The introduction is inviting and information is presented in a logical sequence; uses clear phrasing to distinguish between introduction and conclusion.
Expression of Voice & Word Choice	Writing does not reveal the author's personality or view of the world; limited vocabulary use.	写作揭示了作者的个性和/或对世界的看法; writing lacks variety.	写作揭示了作者的个性和/或对世界的看法, leaving the reader wanting to know more. Writing uses varied word choices to support ideas.	写作揭示了作者独特的个性和/或世界观, leaving the reader wanting to know more. Writing uses words that are striking and fresh; natural, varied, and vivid.
Grammar, Spelling, and Punctuation	措辞、句子结构和语法不能支持或阐明文章的信息. 出现了许多错误，大多数会干扰信息.	措辞、句子结构和语法偶尔会支持或澄清文章的信息. 出现了几个错误，其中一些干扰了消息.	措辞、句子结构和语法支持或明确文章的信息.	措辞、句子结构和语法提升了文章的信息.

4. Interview

(如果本科或研究生毕业时的平均绩点低于3分.0)

5. Submit Recommendations

(如果本科或研究生毕业时的平均绩点低于2分.49)

Online Recommendation Form

6. Additional Documentation

可能需要额外的文件，这取决于你的GPA. 查看招生团队的信件，了解下一步的适当步骤.

Have questions? Reach us at 803.786.3871, admissions@factorvk.com, or contact a member of our admissions team directly.