APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE ADMISSION Instructions to Applicants

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1 Faculty of APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE ADMISSION Instructions to Applicants Send a signed, complete application form to each graduate program to which you are applying. Do NOT send your documents to the Faculty of. APPLICATION FEE Put the application fee into a separate envelope clearly marked with Graduate Application Fee and your name and include the envelope with your application. Applicants are required to submit a nonrefundable CDN $60.00 application fee with each application. Applications received will not be processed if the application fee has not been paid. The application fee may be in the form of cash, a money order, or a micro-encoded cheque in Canadian or the equivalent amount in US currency, made payable to the University of Calgary. Do not send cash through the mail. This non-refundable application fee covers the processing of the application file, whether or not the applicant is admitted to the University of Calgary. ACADEMIC HISTORY Complete one line for each academic institution attended or degree awarded since post-secondary studies began. Applicants must arrange to have two sets of official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (regardless of the number of courses taken and the amount of time spent there) sent directly to the department(s) to which the applicant is applying. Official transcripts are transcripts sent directly from the issuing institution to the receiving institution. Transcripts received from the student or any other third party will be considered unofficial. (For work done at the University of Calgary, many departments will print and certify an Infonet transcript for an applicant. This will be accepted in place of an official University of Calgary transcript. Infonet transcripts printed by the applicant will not be accepted.) If the original transcripts (and the degree certificates from those institutions that do not indicate the awarding of degrees on the transcripts) are in a language other than English, the applicant must also send the department an additional copy of each transcript (and degree certificate) with a notarized word-forword English translation. REFERENCES In compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP), which states that no substantive information, such as attendance, performance or salary history can be provided to any outside body without the specific written consent of the individual, the applicant is required to complete a Reference Letter Request form, and forward it with the Reference form to each of the referees. Referees must complete the assessment form provided and return it directly to the graduate program. Letters accompanying the assessment form must bear the referee s original signature on each page. All references must be sent directly to the department by the referee in a sealed envelope bearing the referee s signature across the seal. An appropriate letter of recommendation is one written by an independent individual who can provide an objective assessment of the applicant's background and capabilities with respect to the prospective program. Letters from friends, family members, colleagues, people currently registered in a graduate degree program, or general letters addressed "To Whom It May Concern" are not acceptable. A reference from a non-academic source should come from a person who has had direct supervisory experience of the applicant. An applicant currently registered in a graduate

2 degree program, or who has recently completed a graduate degree program, must submit one letter of reference from his/her program supervisor. All reference letters must bear the appraiser s original signature; facsimiles or photocopies are not considered official. It is recognized that references are supplied in confidence. TOEFL AND IELTS EXAMINATIONS Students whose native language is not English are required to provide proof of proficiency in English by passing the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) examination with a minimum score of 600 (paper-based) or 250 (computer-based). Applicants may write for more information to: TOEFL, Box 6155, Princeton, New Jersey, USA, Full admission will not be granted before the Faculty of receives the official TOEFL score. TOEFL scores can only be verified for a period of two years; students who took TOEFL before that time must re-write the examination. Applicants may also provide a proof of proficiency in English by passing the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) examination with a minimum score of 7.0. Applicants may write for more information to: The Test Centres, IELTS Publications, UCLES, 1 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB1 2EU, United Kingdom. Students with scores that are more than two years old must re-write the examination. OTHER EXAMINATIONS AND DOCUMENTS All students applying to The Faculty of Management at the University of Calgary must write the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and achieve a recommended score of 600 for entrance to both the MBA Thesis and Ph.D. Programs. Students should also provide a personal statement which outlines their objectives, intent and commitment to a research program. FAXED DOCUMENTS Faxed documents are considered unofficial. Original documents must be received before the application file can be considered complete. SPECIAL NEEDS If, due to a disability, specific academic accommodations are required, contact the Disability Resource Centre, MacEwan Student Centre, Room 274, or call (403) ALL TRANSCRIPTS, LETTERS OF APPRAISAL, TEST SCORES AND OTHER DOCUMENTS BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY AND WILL NOT BE COPIED FOR OR RETURNED TO THE APPLICANT, NOR WILL COPIES BE SENT TO ANY OTHER INSTITUTION. (D 01/05/02)

3 Faculty of APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE ADMISSION All fields on this form must be filled in; enter N/A for fields not applicable to you. Where a choice is given, check one box only. Please type/print. Department Topic of Study Proposed Degree Full-Time Thesis -based Starting Date of Program Last name First name Middle name(s) Previous last name: Current Address Part-Time Course-based Canadian Social Insurance Number Permanent Mailing Address (if different from current address) Male Female Not Married Married Date of Birth (Y/M/D) Residence telephone Facsimile Number Address Business telephone Country of Citizenship At the time of registration, I will be: Canadian a Landed Immigrant on a Student Visa Date of Arrival in Canada (Please provide one copy of Landed Immigrant or Student Authorization documents on arrival) Do you wish to declare that you are an aboriginal applicant as defined under the constitution of Canada as being a person of Indian, Metis or Inuit status? Yes If yes, would you like to receive information from the Native Centre at the University of Calgary? Yes No No ACADEMIC HISTORY (including ongoing degree program) List all post-secondary institutions attended regardless of the number of courses taken or the amount of time spent there. Official transcripts from ALL post secondary institutions are required for a completed application file. Academic Institution and Location From (Y/M) Dates in Attendance To (Y/M) Original Name of Credential Awarded TOEFL (TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE) EXAMINATION IELTS (INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM) EXAMINATION Score Date Taken SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS HELD/APPLIED FOR: Please attach a separate list. PUBLICATIONS: Please attach a list of publications. Do not submit the publications. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Company City, Country Position Held Date Started Date Ended THREE PERSONS SUBMITTING REFERENCE LETTERS (It is recognized that references are supplied in confidence.) PLEASE COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF THIS APPLICATION FORM.

4 Faculty of This information is collected under the authority of the Universities Act, the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Statistics Act (Canada) and the Taxation Act (Canada). It is required to determine an applicant s eligibility for admission and for scholarship purposes. This information will become part of the student s record and will be disclosed to relevant academic and administrative units on campus. Specific data elements will be disclosed to the Federal and Provincial governments to meet reporting requirements and to the Graduate Students Association in accordance with the affiliation agreement. Applicants should note that the following information is defined as the student s public record: name, dates of registration and convocation, faculty of registration and degree awarded. All other data is considered confidential and will be used and disclosed in accordance with privacy legislation. For more information on the uses and disclosures of information, refer to the University of Calgary Calendar. Questions may be directed to the Administrator, Faculty of (403) I hereby certify that all information in this application, and the documents provided with this application, are true and complete in all respects, including my declaration of citizenship and status in Canada. I understand that I may have to provide documentation at some future date to substantiate my claim and that any misrepresentation of this information may result in immediate dismissal and that such documents may be referred to the appropriate authorities for prosecution under the Criminal Code of Canada. I understand that information regarding the falsification of documents will be shared with the members of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada. Failure to disclose relevant information may also result in immediate dismissal. I also certify that the name shown is my full legal name. I agree, if admitted to the University of Calgary, to comply with the regulations of the University, and to conform to changes in regulations that may be deemed necessary by the University authorities from time to time. I affirm that I am not at present a Board appointee of the University of Calgary and undertake not to accept such an appointment while registered as a graduate student. If I am at present, or will become a Board appointee, I hereby agree to supply the necessary documentation to the Faculty of Graduate Studies office. I understand that I cannot be registered simultaneously in any other academic program while registered as a graduate student at the University of Calgary. Signature of applicant U of C ID Number Date Faculty of University of Calgary 2500 University Drive NW Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4 Receipt No. GSAD Number (01/05/02)

5 Faculty of Reference Letter Request I, request that write a reference (name of student) (name of referee) or respond to a reference check on my behalf. I understand that in order to write the reference or provide a verbal reference, (name of referee) relating to my academic performance and/or employment history. will need to comment on grades and personal characteristics I agree to the disclosure of my personal information: Only to the following institutions or potential employers: To all requests for references This consent will be effective for one year past the signature date. Student Signature (If this form is not signed, a reference will not be provided.) Date This information is collected under the authority of and in response to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It is required to respond to the request. If you have any questions about the collection or use of this information, contact the Information and Privacy Co-ordinator at the University Archives, MLT 1218, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4. Telephone (403) May 2001

6 REFERENCE Faculty of THIS AREA TO BE COMPLETED BY THE APPLICANT (PLEASE PRINT) Complete and forward to an individual who is well acquainted with your education and abilities. For: Application Scholarship Last Name First Name Middle Name(s) Previous Name: Department Proposed Degree Topic of Study This information is collected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Universities Act. It is required to evaluate the applicant for admission to a graduate program and for scholarship purposes. It is recognized that this reference is supplied in confidence. However, if a formal access request is filed, this reference, or portions of this reference, may become available to the applicant. Questions about the collection and use of this information may be directed to the Administrator, Faculty of, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4. Telephone (403) THIS AREA TO BE COMPLETED BY THE REFEREE: Please return this form directly to the DEPARTMENT to which the applicant refers above at the University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4. The form should be in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal. In addition to completing the table on the reverse of this form, we would appreciate further comments related to the suitability of the applicant for admission and/or scholarship. Please assist the selection committee by providing your evaluation of the applicant's merits and shortcomings in these general areas: academic ability and record (applicant s general knowledge of the field, or, where appropriate, background preparation in both course work and previous research); research ability or potential (originality and ability to synthesize ideas, analytical thinking, skill at research design, quality of any research, familiarity with techniques or methodologies of the field, ability to discuss critically, ability to express ideas clearly, etc.); professional experience and skill (pertinent strengths and weaknesses). PLEASE COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF THIS FORM

7 Teaching and Language Ability (applicant s teaching ability as revealed in any instructional role such as the presentation of reports or seminars, and speaking ability. If English is not the applicant s first language some comment on his/her proficiency in English would be appreciated). Background preparation 2% 5% Outstanding Above Average Average 10% 20% 30% 50% Below Average lower 50% Unable to judge Originality Potential research ability Industry/perseverance Judgement/critical sense Intellectual ability Teaching ability Oral communication Written communication Overall evaluation I have known the applicant in my capacity as teacher supervisor advisor employer other (Reference letters from student s relatives, friends or colleagues are not acceptable.) I have known this applicant for years months. The applicant ranks in the top % of approximately students at the Undergraduate, Master s, or Doctoral level encountered in years. Please rank this applicant as a candidate for the degree program for which he/she is applying. Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Unable to judge Please rank this applicant as a scholarship candidate. Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Unable to judge I have read not read the applicant's research proposal. Signature of Referee Date Name (please print) Position and Department Institution Address Phone Number ( ) FAX Number ( ) NOTE: If you are attaching other pages to this form, please ensure that each page has the student s name noted on it, and is dated and signed. Photocopied signatures are not acceptable. (01/05/02)

8 Faculty of Reference Letter Request I, request that write a reference (name of student) (name of referee) or respond to a reference check on my behalf. I understand that in order to write the reference or provide a verbal reference, (name of referee) relating to my academic performance and/or employment history. will need to comment on grades and personal characteristics I agree to the disclosure of my personal information: Only to the following institutions or potential employers: To all requests for references This consent will be effective for one year past the signature date. Student Signature (If this form is not signed, a reference will not be provided.) Date This information is collected under the authority of and in response to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It is required to respond to the request. If you have any questions about the collection or use of this information, contact the Information and Privacy Co-ordinator at the University Archives, MLT 1218, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4. Telephone (403) May 2001

9 REFERENCE Faculty of THIS AREA TO BE COMPLETED BY THE APPLICANT (PLEASE PRINT) Complete and forward to an individual who is well acquainted with your education and abilities. For: Application Scholarship Last Name First Name Middle Name(s) Previous Name: Department Proposed Degree Topic of Study This information is collected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Universities Act. It is required to evaluate the applicant for admission to a graduate program and for scholarship purposes. It is recognized that this reference is supplied in confidence. However, if a formal access request is filed, this reference, or portions of this reference, may become available to the applicant. Questions about the collection and use of this information may be directed to the Administrator, Faculty of, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4. Telephone (403) THIS AREA TO BE COMPLETED BY THE REFEREE: Please return this form directly to the DEPARTMENT to which the applicant refers above at the University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4. The form should be in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal. In addition to completing the table on the reverse of this form, we would appreciate further comments related to the suitability of the applicant for admission and/or scholarship. Please assist the selection committee by providing your evaluation of the applicant's merits and shortcomings in these general areas: academic ability and record (applicant s general knowledge of the field, or, where appropriate, background preparation in both course work and previous research); research ability or potential (originality and ability to synthesize ideas, analytical thinking, skill at research design, quality of any research, familiarity with techniques or methodologies of the field, ability to discuss critically, ability to express ideas clearly, etc.); professional experience and skill (pertinent strengths and weaknesses). PLEASE COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF THIS FORM

10 Teaching and Language Ability (applicant s teaching ability as revealed in any instructional role such as the presentation of reports or seminars, and speaking ability. If English is not the applicant s first language some comment on his/her proficiency in English would be appreciated). Background preparation 2% 5% Outstanding Above Average Average 10% 20% 30% 50% Below Average lower 50% Unable to judge Originality Potential research ability Industry/perseverance Judgement/critical sense Intellectual ability Teaching ability Oral communication Written communication Overall evaluation I have known the applicant in my capacity as teacher supervisor advisor employer other (Reference letters from student s relatives, friends or colleagues are not acceptable.) I have known this applicant for years months. The applicant ranks in the top % of approximately students at the Undergraduate, Master s, or Doctoral level encountered in years. Please rank this applicant as a candidate for the degree program for which he/she is applying. Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Unable to judge Please rank this applicant as a scholarship candidate. Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Unable to judge I have read not read the applicant's research proposal. Signature of Referee Date Name (please print) Position and Department Institution Address Phone Number ( ) FAX Number ( ) NOTE: If you are attaching other pages to this form, please ensure that each page has the student s name noted on it, and is dated and signed. Photocopied signatures are not acceptable. (01/05/02)

11 Faculty of Reference Letter Request I, request that write a reference (name of student) (name of referee) or respond to a reference check on my behalf. I understand that in order to write the reference or provide a verbal reference, (name of referee) relating to my academic performance and/or employment history. will need to comment on grades and personal characteristics I agree to the disclosure of my personal information: Only to the following institutions or potential employers: To all requests for references This consent will be effective for one year past the signature date. Student Signature (If this form is not signed, a reference will not be provided.) Date This information is collected under the authority of and in response to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It is required to respond to the request. If you have any questions about the collection or use of this information, contact the Information and Privacy Co-ordinator at the University Archives, MLT 1218, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4. Telephone (403) May 2001

12 REFERENCE Faculty of THIS AREA TO BE COMPLETED BY THE APPLICANT (PLEASE PRINT) Complete and forward to an individual who is well acquainted with your education and abilities. For: Application Scholarship Last Name First Name Middle Name(s) Previous Name: Department Proposed Degree Topic of Study This information is collected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Universities Act. It is required to evaluate the applicant for admission to a graduate program and for scholarship purposes. It is recognized that this reference is supplied in confidence. However, if a formal access request is filed, this reference, or portions of this reference, may become available to the applicant. Questions about the collection and use of this information may be directed to the Administrator, Faculty of, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4. Telephone (403) THIS AREA TO BE COMPLETED BY THE REFEREE: Please return this form directly to the DEPARTMENT to which the applicant refers above at the University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4. The form should be in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal. In addition to completing the table on the reverse of this form, we would appreciate further comments related to the suitability of the applicant for admission and/or scholarship. Please assist the selection committee by providing your evaluation of the applicant's merits and shortcomings in these general areas: academic ability and record (applicant s general knowledge of the field, or, where appropriate, background preparation in both course work and previous research); research ability or potential (originality and ability to synthesize ideas, analytical thinking, skill at research design, quality of any research, familiarity with techniques or methodologies of the field, ability to discuss critically, ability to express ideas clearly, etc.); professional experience and skill (pertinent strengths and weaknesses). PLEASE COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF THIS FORM

13 Teaching and Language Ability (applicant s teaching ability as revealed in any instructional role such as the presentation of reports or seminars, and speaking ability. If English is not the applicant s first language some comment on his/her proficiency in English would be appreciated). Background preparation 2% 5% Outstanding Above Average Average 10% 20% 30% 50% Below Average lower 50% Unable to judge Originality Potential research ability Industry/perseverance Judgement/critical sense Intellectual ability Teaching ability Oral communication Written communication Overall evaluation I have known the applicant in my capacity as teacher supervisor advisor employer other (Reference letters from student s relatives, friends or colleagues are not acceptable.) I have known this applicant for years months. The applicant ranks in the top % of approximately students at the Undergraduate, Master s, or Doctoral level encountered in years. Please rank this applicant as a candidate for the degree program for which he/she is applying. Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Unable to judge Please rank this applicant as a scholarship candidate. Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Unable to judge I have read not read the applicant's research proposal. Signature of Referee Date Name (please print) Position and Department Institution Address Phone Number ( ) FAX Number ( ) NOTE: If you are attaching other pages to this form, please ensure that each page has the student s name noted on it, and is dated and signed. Photocopied signatures are not acceptable. (01/05/02)