How to Apply

Missed the Deadline? Contact Christina in Student Services at [email protected] to discuss options for completing prerequisites and certain coursework prior to entering the program in Fall 2024.

Application Instructions

  1. Be sure to review the program requirements before you apply. This degree does not qualify for an F-1 student visa. 
  2. Complete the University of Minnesota Graduate online application. You will need to create a username and password to complete the application. You do not have to complete this application in one sitting and your progress is saved automatically.
    1. Please note that the online application is a general application that covers many University of Minnesota programs. Please follow these guidelines when you write your statement and upload materials (rather than the general guidelines found in the online application). Be sure to complete all required fields appropriately within the application. In addition, the items listed below are the only items our program requires for upload.
  3. Program Selection:
    1. Under narrow your program options: Choose, ‘University of Minnesota - Twin Cities’
    2. Filter by college/school: Choose, ‘Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing’
    3. Under Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing Programs: Choose the appropriate program for which you are interested in: Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices - Certificate
  4. Term Selection:
    1. Select ‘Fall’.  
  5. Biographical Information:
    1. Please complete all sections
      1. Name
      2. Social Security Number 
      3. Biographic Details 
      4. Citizenship and Residency 
      5. Email Address
      6. Phone Number 
      7. Addresses 
      8. Agent/Legal Representation
  6. Personal Background
    1. Please complete all sections:
      1. Preferred First (Given) Name
      2. Race/Ethnicity 
      3. Educational Background 
      4. Languages 
      5. Undergraduate Experience 
      6. University of Minnesota Affiliation
      7. Military Service
  7. Academic History
    1. Provide information for all post-secondary institutions (college/university) you have attended, even if you did not receive a degree.
      1. Upload copies of all transcripts to the application system. Official copies will be required before you begin the program, but unofficial copies are sufficient at the time of application.
      2. If an institution has accepted transfer credits, please ensure grades are included on the transcript. Many institutions only show credits accepted and do not include letter grades received from the previous institution. If grades are not included, please submit the transcript from the institution where the letter grades were received. 
  8. Employment History 
    1. Provide details about your recent employment experiences.
  9. Test Scores
    1. Academic test requirements - none are required at this time.
    2. English language test requirements:
      1. For non-native English speakers, we require a minimum total TOEFL score of 79; a writing subscore of 21, and a reading subscore of 19.  Click here to read how to submit your scores to the University of Minnesota.  
  10. Materials
    1. Personal Statement
      1. A two to three-page (double-spaced) personal statement focusing on why you are interested in the Certificate program and how you envision the program affecting your life or career.
    2. Diversity Statement
      1. A statement that addresses, 'Why is understanding and appreciation of equity, inclusion, diversity, and belonging important? How might you contribute to making society a more inclusive and equitable place? 
    3. Extenuating Circumstances Statement - not required
      1. If you would like to provide an explanation of circumstances to discuss anything in your application, please do so here. 
    4. Resume/CV
      1. Please upload your current resume/CV. Be sure to include any relevant volunteer work. 
    5. Graduate Program Additional Materials - not required
  11. Recommendations
    1. Two letters of recommendation should be from people who know you in a professional capacity. Do not upload letters into your application. You will provide email addresses and your letter writers will be notified via email how to submit their recommendation. 
      1. At least one letter should be from an academic source if possible and one from an employer/supervisor.
      2. A recommendation from any community/volunteer work is acceptable as well.
  12. Confirmation and Signature
  13. Review
    1. Optional: Preview application proof. Review your application for accuracy before submitting it. You will be unable to make changes to your application once you finalize it. 
    2. Note: your application is not considered submitted until you finalize your application and pay the application fee.
      1. If you need to make changes after your application is submitted, please contact Christina at [email protected]. 
  14. Finalize Application and Pay
    1. Submit the application and pay the application fee ($75 US/permanent resident or $95 International). You will receive an email from the Graduate School Admissions office confirming receipt of your application. If you are missing any required documentation it will be addressed upon preliminary review of your application.
  15. After your application is reviewed by the Bakken Center for Spirituality & Healing Admissions Review Committee, decisions will be forwarded to the Graduate School for final approval. The Graduate School will notify you via email of the admission decision.
  16. If you have further questions requiring individual clarification, contact Christina in Student Services at [email protected].