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Application

All application processes can now be completed on-line.   You must complete the Graduate School Application (linked below) and submit the application fee of $45 (make payable to SIU and mail it to the department in care of the Graduate Director).

In addition to the Graduate School Application, you must complete the following:

• Recreation Program Application
• Minimum of 3 letters of references (please have individuals who can discuss your ability to graduate level work)
• Official Transcripts from all universities/colleges listed on your application form
• Current Resume

International Students Must Also Submit:

• Copy of their passport photo
• TOEFL Scores
  The English language requirement may be met by submitting:
  • 550 on the paper-based TOEFL
  • 213 on the computer-based TOEFL
  • 80 on the internet-based TOEFL
  • .6.0 on the IELTS
• Financial Disclosure

Program of Study

The Recreation Program has a rolling application.  Once your file is complete, the faculty will review your application.  However, note that one must first be admitted into the MS in Recreation program before one can be considered for a graduate assistantship (that deadline is March 15).

Note: 

• The MS in Recreation DOES NOT require a GRE or MAT test

For more information, contact:
Dr. Mark J. Kittleson Director of Graduate Studies Department of Health Education & Recreation 307 Pulliam Hall 475 Clocktower Drive SIUC Carbondale, IL  62901-4632 618-453-1841 (phone) 618-453-1829 (fax) kitt@siu.edu	Dr. Marjorie Malkin Professor of Recreation Recreation Graduate Coordinator 307 Pulliam Hall 475 Clocktower Drive SIUC Carbondale, IL  62901-4632 618-453-18xx (phone) 618-453-1829 (fax) mmalkin@siu.edu