Common Questions
Applications are reviewed each semester based on their deadlines. International students are recommended to apply extra months in advance to accomodate for immigration documents. Late applications incur a $70 fee.
Yes. Two applications are required; a fee waiver may be provided for the second application. Contact Graduate Enrollment Management.
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, or a GPA of 3.0 or higher in at least 8 graduate-level credits. Applicants with a GPA between 2.6 and 2.99 may be considered for provisional admission based on a review of their academic and professional background.
Yes. Andrews University conducts its own international transcript evaluations. Applicants should upload their unofficial transcripts with their supplemental materials. For details, visit the Graduate Admissions website or contact Graduate Enrollment Management.
Yes. Andrews University will provide the required documentation to apply for a student visa when application as been approved.
International students may enter the U.S. up to 30 days before classes begin.
Academic Records
No.
Q: Will my transcript show if I repeated a course?
If you repeat a course, both attempts will appear on your transcript unless you request Graduate Records to remove the lower grade. For transcript-related questions, please contact Graduate Records.
Transcripts
- Online vs. in-person study is not indicated on transcripts
- Repeated courses appear unless expunged upon request
- Andrews conducts its own foreign transcript evaluation
Resources
- Application Deadlines
- International Students I-20 and Visa Process
- Registration Central
- Registration Info
Contact
269-471-3375
Graduate Records
gradrecords@andrews.edu
269-471-6583
855-428-4723 or 269-471-6321
Yes. CIDP offers a few graduate assistant positions. Students can work up to 20 hours per week while enrolled.
- U.S. citizens/permanent residents: After registration
- International students: After the program start date
Resources
Contact
269-471-3302
- Students in the U.S.: Fee may be waived
- Students outside the U.S.: Fee cannot be waived, but may be reimbursed upon arrival after student begins program
Limited scholarships are available after enrollment. Full-time scholarships are not offered, and awards/scholarships are not stackable. Always check with Student Financial Services or International Student Financial Services on the benefit of a scholarship.
Yes. Our program tuition is automatically discounted by 50%. No other discounts can be applied.
Yes. The deposit is due after admission and before registration (on-campus students only). Contact Graduate Enrollment Management at graduate@andrews.edu to get the current deposit amount.
Costs include tuition, fees, housing, insurance, food, and transportation. Contact Student Financial Services or International Student Financial Services for personalized estimates.
Complete the AU application first at www.andrews.edu/apply. A list of additional documents are requested after submission.
Yes, American Express cards are accepted.
Loans & Credit Requirements
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Federal loans: Minimum enrollment of 4 credits (4.5 credits for MDiv dual-degree students)
- Private loans: Minimum enrollment of 1 credit
Resources
- AAUW International Fellowships (Women only – Fall application)
- Women’s Scholarship (Spring application)
If additional funding is needed, students may explore support through:
- Chief Academic Officer
- Graduate College
- Dr. McGuire-Moushon (Graduate Scholarships)
- Dean’s Office / Dean’s Emergency Funds
- Vice President of Student Life
- Pioneer Memorial Church
Contact
Application Process:
855-428-4723 or 269-471-6321
Payments, Costs, Scholarships, and Financial Aid Stacking Questions:
269-471-3334
269-471-6395
It depends on country of origin and prior education. Some countries and English-medium degrees are exempt. Exemptions are determined after transcript evaluation. If your previous degree was taught in English, no English proficiency test is required.
TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo are accepted.
Yes. The applicant will be required to create an account. Use school code 1030. Unofficial scores must also be uploaded with the application. For more information or assistance, contact Graduate Enrollment Management.
Eligible students may enter the Language Pathway Program (LPP) and take one MSCID course while completing ESL. If a score does not meet LPP requirements, the student must complete the ESL program before beginning the MSCID program.
Language Pathway Program (LPP)
- Students admitted to LPP may take one MSCID course while completing ESL coursework.
- Students below LPP thresholds must complete ESL before entering MSCID.
ESL Completion
Students who complete Andrews University ESL meet AU English requirements and do not need TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores.
Resources
- Accepted English Proficiency Tests
- Countries Exempt From Englesh Proficiency Test
- ESL Classes
- Language Pathway Program (LLP)
Contact
269-471-3162
855-428-4723 or 269-471-6321
The MSCID program can be completed in as few as three semesters for highly motivated students without language barriers; however, most students finish in about two years to allow additional time for internships and research. Completion may take longer if prerequisite or ESL courses are required, or if the student is working full-time.
Yes. You may enroll in the MSCID program even if you already hold a master’s degree, including one earned from an international university.
Students must have completed a bachelor’s degree to enroll in the MSCID program. If you plan to pursue a second bachelor’s degree at the same time, consult your financial advisor and academic advisor, as this may affect financial aid and enrollment.
Courses are available in-person and synchronous (some asynchronous). Some electives are not available online. For both synchronous and asynchronous courses, assignment deadlines are the same as for on-campus students.
- International students in the U.S. must take the majority of their courses in person. They may take one online course per semester and must enroll in at least two in-person courses to maintain full-time status (8 credits).
- If the student is outside the U.S., all courses may be taken online.
No.
If you repeat a course, both attempts will appear on your transcript unless you request Graduate Records to remove the lower grade. For transcript-related questions, please contact Graduate Records.
Yes—Research Methods or its equivalent must be completed within the first year.
Possibly. Transfer credit is evaluated during the application review by Graduate Enrollment and the MSCID program.
No. Internship credit is awarded only when you are enrolled in the CIDS 680 Field Practicum and successfully complete all course requirements.
No. Students arrange their own internships while enrolled in CIDS 680 Field Practicum with guidance from the academic advisor.
There is no formal study abroad option for this program. However, our study tour destinations are typically international, and you may complete your internship abroad.
No. We no longer offer concentrations. Instead we offer several elective courses. When choosing elective courses, we recommend you work with your advisor to find the right choices for you.
Unfortunately no. Contact Honors Program with any questions.
Community & International Development offers the MSCID degree, dual-degree options, and certificate programs.
Social work requires licensing and focuses primarily on individuals, families, and local communities through counseling, direct services, resource coordination, and advocacy. Community and International Development does not require a license and emphasizes addressing broader social and economic challenges at the community, national, and global levels through advocacy, project management, policy, and program administration. The two fields complement each other, especially in disaster response and humanitarian settings, where meeting individual needs strengthens community recovery and development.
Resources
- Program Requirements
- MSCID Info and Requirements
- Certificate Info and Requirements
- Dual Degree Info and Requirements
Contact
855-428-4723 or 269-471-6321
gradrecords@andrews.edu
269-471-6583
269-471-3297