Get the intensity and interactivity of traditional graduate-level courses in a completely online environment.

Signum University’s online classroom allows you to take classes from wherever you want and permits flexibility in your schedule. Our courses are rigorous, with multiple class sessions per week and a substantial amount of reading, writing, and studying outside of class.

Application Requirements

Before enrolling in a class for M.A. or certificate credit at Signum University, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Obtain a Bachelor’s degree in any field of study
  • Complete an application (one-time fee of $25)

If you already have your Bachelor’s degree, you can submit your application using the link below. Be sure to have the following details available when completing your application:

  • Contact information
  • A scanned copy of a government-issued photo ID, such as a state driver’s license or ID, a federal greencard, or a passport.
  • A recent picture of yourself
  • A writing sample of any kind – e.g., an essay you wrote as an undergrad, a blog entry, a piece of professional writing, etc.
  • The name of the institution that issued your Bachelor’s degree, your graduation year, and your GPA (if educated in the United States)*
  • A short personal statement regarding your interests

Note that since our classes are delivered in English, students must be able to speak and write English as well. Application responses and writing samples must be written in English.

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* A transcript will be required upon acceptance into the program. Students who fail to provide a transcript by within one semester of starting the MA program will be removed from the program.

Not ready to apply?
Try auditing!

Whether you’re still working on your undergraduate degree or just want to learn for fun, you can audit any of our classes without having to apply. Auditors can:

  • Join weekly live class lectures
  • Access online course materials and lecture archives
  • Engage with students and other auditors in the discussion forum

Auditing is a great option for anyone who wants to keep learning, but isn’t looking to obtain a degree.

 

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Application Process

Upon submission, your application will be reviewed by the Registrar Team and processed appropriately.

  • If your application is accepted, you will receive instructions by email about how to register for your first course.
  • If there are any issues or questions, a member of the Registrar Team will reach out to you to discuss your application with you.

Once your application has been processed, you can browse our course catalog and choose the class(es) you want to attend.

Important Application & Registration Dates

The following table provides dates for the 2020 calendar year. Note that these are not deadlines – please submit your application well in advance of the semester you wish to start your first M.A. class. We strive to process all applications in a timely manner; however, as the beginning of each semester nears, the Registrar Team can be very busy, and application processing may take longer.

Important Dates for 2020
DateDescription
Jan. 13, 2020Spring 2020 semester begins
Jan. 26, 2020Last day to enroll in classes for the Spring 2020 semester
March 15, 2020Thesis applications for Summer 2020 semester due
May 4, 2020Summer 2020 semester begins
May 17, 2020Last day to enroll in classes for the Summer 2020 semester
July 15, 2020Thesis applications for Fall 2020 semester due
Aug. 31, 2020Fall 2020 semester begins
Sept. 13, 2020Last day to enroll in classes for the Fall 2020 semester
Nov. 15, 2020Thesis applications for Spring 2021 semester due

The following table provides dates for the 2021 calendar year. Note that these are not deadlines – please submit your application well in advance of the semester you wish to start your first M.A. class. We strive to process all applications in a timely manner; however, as the beginning of each semester nears, the Registrar Team can be very busy, and application processing may take longer.

Important Dates for 2021
DateDescription
Jan. 11, 2021Spring 2021 semester begins
Jan. 24, 2021Last day to enroll in classes for the Spring 2021 semester
March 15, 2021Thesis applications for Summer 2021 semester due
May 3, 2021Summer 2021 semester begins
May 16, 2021Last day to enroll in classes for the Summer 2021 semester
July 15, 2021Thesis applications for Fall 2021 semester due
Aug. 30, 2021Fall 2021 semester begins
Sept. 12, 2021Last day to enroll in classes for the Fall 2021 semester
Nov. 15, 2021Thesis applications for Spring 2022 semester due

Questions?
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If you have any questions about the application process, don’t hesitate – contact us!