Master of Science Program Applications

Applications are made to the Graduate School, using the downloadable admissions application or by applying online. Applications are evaluated by the Graduate School and then passed on to the Department of Kinesiology where the applications are evaluated by the graduate faculty in the Outdoor Education program. All application material must be received by February 1 to ensure consideration for the coming academic year. Additional applications will be accepted through April 15, however admissions decisions after February 15 will be based on program capacity.

Evaluation of applications is based on the student's undergraduate preparation, academic record, Graduate Record Examination general test scores, and letters of recommendation. At least one letter of recommendation should be from an academic advisor or previous professor. Each applicant's undergraduate record will be examined for possible course deficiencies and such courses often have to be made up at UNH without graduate credit.

In addition to meeting the general admission requirements of the UNH Graduate School, successful candidates must show adequate preparation in basic operational knowledge of outdoor education programs and a strong background in the use outdoor adventure skills as a means of teaching and learning. A minimum of 2 to 5 years experience in the field of outdoor education is generally required. Familiarity with the philosophic and historical underpinnings of the field is also necessary. 

For further information about the admissions and selection criteria, please see Frequently Asked Questions, before contacting the Graduate Program Coordinators.

Questions about the MS program in Outdoor Education can be directed to Dr. Jayson Seaman, program coordinator.

Questions about the Dual Degree program in Social Work and Outdoor Education can be directed to Dr. Michael Gass, Dual Degree program coordinator.

*Dual degree program applicants must meet both the admission requirements for kinesiology and for social work. See social work for their admission requirements. Please note, dual degree applicants may be accepted into the M.S.W. program only, M.S. in kinesiology: outdoor education only, or both. Dual degree applications are due by February 1st. Interested dual degree applicants need ONLY apply to the social work program, and your application will be forwarded to kinesiology. For a more detailed description of the dual degree program, admission requirements and application guidelines click here.