FAQs

What do I need to have ready before I submit my application?

The application process for the Pre-Doctoral Action Research Program is not difficult, but does require thoughtful preparation and a careful review of all admissions materials submitted.

Get your application in order:

• Work on your application answering questions about post baccalaureate colleges and universities attended, providing dates of attendance, degrees received, and conferred dates. In addition, you will be asked to provide your current and previous employer, and pertinent contact information.
• Request transcripts from all post-baccalaureate schools you have attended.
• Ask two individuals to write letters of recommendation. These individuals should serve as either an academic or professional reference qualified to highlight your academic/professional successes and suitability for mentored online study.
• Polish and finalize your personal goal statement.
• Submit your application.

When completing AIC's Online Application, please use appropriate upper and lower case characters throughout the application.

What are the steps of the admissions process?

The application is online

Once the application is submitted, you will receive an email acknowledging the receipt of your application. At this point, you will also receive your AIC ID; this serves as your primary identifier and will provide you with access to your application and the ability to register for classes and pay tuition.

During the application process, students will be required to send all supporting application materials to the Office of Graduate Admissions.

Graduate Admissions
American International College
1000 State Street
Springfield, MA 01109

Once the Office of Graduate Admissions has received all required application materials, the admissions committee will review your application and render an admissions decision within 7 to 10 business days. You will receive both an electronic and written notification of the committee's final decision.

Do I need to submit my American International College transcripts as part of my application to the Pre-Doctoral Action Research Program at AIC?

No. If you obtained your master's and/or C.A.G.S. degree from American International College, the Office of Graduate Admissions will access your transcripts directly once your online application is submitted to our office. Therefore, there is no need for you to request a paper copy of your AIC transcript.

Otherwise, please order official transcripts to be sent to us directly from the Registrar's Office of your institution to the Office of Graduate Admissions (Contact Us link). Download a PDF of the Transcript Request Form.

You only require official transcripts for my master's degree?

Yes, an academic decision for the Pre-Doctoral Action Research Program will be rendered based on your master's level (and C.A.G.S., if applicable) coursework. If you have conferred both a master's and C.A.G.S. degree, please submit all official copies of your transcripts for your application. Download a PDF of the Transcript Request Form.

How do I use the American International College's Online Recommendation Form?

On AIC's Online Application form, you will be asked to supply the names of two individuals who will provide either a professional and/or academic recommendation on your behalf. You want to solicit those that are qualified to evaluate your academic and practitioner skills, as well as your suitability for mentored online study. Providing their email address will enable them to receive, complete, and directly submit the Online Recommendation Form to the Office of Graduate Admissions.

On the form, you will be asked to "Waive Access" - You may elect to maintain an open file which permits you to inspect our correspondence from the person names as your reference. If you wish to waive your access to such correspondence you may do so by clicking "yes".

What if the person that I've asked for a letter of recommendation prefers to mail their form?

In order to expedite your application, it is best to utilize AIC's Online Recommendation Form. However, in the event the referring individual wishes to mail their letter to the College, please click here to obtain a copy of the Recommendation Form. They will be asked to complete this form and mail it directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions; 1000 State Street; Springfield, MA 01109.

How do I pay the application fee?

To facilitate your application, you must pay your application fee online via debit/credit card or EFT (electronic funds transfer) using the College's secure server.

When you have completed the application and are ready to send it to American International College, click 'Submit' at the bottom of the last page. This saves your application data and takes you to the payment page where you pay your application fee online. Your application is not sent to American International College until you pay your application fee and it is authorized.

On the payment page, you can pay your application fee by debit/credit card or EFT (check - U.S. bank accounts only). If you are paying by debit or credit card:

• Complete all information, including the complete credit card number, expiration date, and card billing information.
• Click the 'Submit' button.

Can I pay the application fee electronically?

Yes - we accept Visa, MasterCard, or American Express as payment for your $50 non-refundable application fee. While you cannot send us a paper check, you can process your payment by EFT option (electronic funds transfer) if you have a U.S. bank account. No paper checks will be accepted by regular mail.

I cannot pay or afford the application fee, can it be waived?

No. The College policy states that payment of the application fee must be received with the application and cannot be waived or postponed. Please note that others have resolved this difficulty by having a friend or relative pay the application fee for them.

I forgot my password or username. What do I do?

Click here to recover your password.

Click here to recover your login name.

What are the application deadlines?

• August 23, 2010 Start - Application Deadline is July 23, 2010
• January 3, 2011 Start - Application Deadline is December 3, 2010

How can I be considered for financial aid?

Please refer to the Financial Aid page for this information.

What is the Pre-Doctoral Action Research Program's academic schedule?

Please refer to the Program Dates page for this information.