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Extension Education

Program Info:
Program Code: AEED
Degree: M.Ext.Ed.
School: Agriculture/Natural Resources
General Requirements: Statement of Purpose/Essay
Transcript(s)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
Program-Specific Requirements: Letters of Recommendation (3)
CV/Resume
Supplementary Application
Supplementary Application Two
Writing Samples (2 required)**
Description of Research/Work Experience (optional)***
Application Deadlines: September 24, 2024 (Spring 2025 International)*
January 7, 2025 (Spring 2025 Domestic)*
March 5, 2025 (Fall 2025 International)*
August 12, 2025 (Fall 2025 Domestic)*
Contact Program: psla.umd.edu/graduate-programs

*Prior to applying it is highly recommended to contact Dr. Melissa Leiden Welsh at: aeedgradadmissions@umd.edu

**Writing Sample: Please submit a sample of your professional writing. Note if it was published and where (some examples include: Extensions fact sheet, journal article, practitioner article, popular media/newspaper [educational focus], grower's newsletter, etc.).

***Description of Research/Work Experience: this is an opportunity to further describe your previous research/work (in addition to items listed in your statement of purpose). 

^Portfolio (optional): Items may include philosophy of teaching or Extension Education, teaching credentials/certifications, additional work products. 

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