Thank you for your interest in Arcadia University Graduate programs. Please complete and submit this short form to start your application journey. Once you have submitted this form, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the MyKnight (application) Portal and continue working on your application.
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Arcadia Education Certificate
Certificate Physical Therapy
Counseling Certificate (A Masters Degree is required)
DPT - Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy
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MA - Master of Arts in Counseling
MA - Master of Arts in English
MA - Master of Arts in International Peace and Conflict Resolution
MA/MA - Master of Arts in International Peace/ Master of Arts in Counseling Dual Degree
MA/MFA - Master of Arts in English and Master of Fine Arts Dual Degree
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MA/MPH - Master of Arts International Peace/Master of Public Health Dual Degree
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MFA - Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
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Literacy Instruction Certificate
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Musculoskeletal Certificate
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Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate
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Infant-Toddler Mental Health Certificate
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Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate
Autism Certificate
Infant-Toddler Mental Health Certificate
Literacy Instruction Certificate
PA Director Credential Certificate
STEM Certificate
If you would like an optional Arcadia Certificate in addition to your Master’s or Certification program, please select above. Please be advised, additional certificates may require additional coursework, tuition and fees.
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EduCross
Ingenious Physical Therapy Associates (IPTA)
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