IDCE Home > Admissions > Application Information
Application Information for Prospective Students
The IDCE department stresses a cross-disciplinary approach, drawing from the strength of the four main graduate programs. IDCE masters degrees offer opportunities for present or future development professionals to move from entry-level positions to career-track opportunities. Applicants for the four graduate programs will often have one or more overseas, fieldwork, research, professional, and/or internship experience prior to applying. Each program requires a minimum of 12 course units as well as a final MA project, which is a culmination of the MA experience. Many students gain additional experience through an internship, overseas research project, or applied training during their studies.
Most students complete the degree requirements in 2 years as a full-time student. Students in the Geographic Information Sciences for Development and Environment program can complete the program in three semesters, although some prefer the two-year schedule. Exceptionally qualified students may complete the program in a 12-month intensive track. All tracks begin in mid-to-late August each fall.
The application deadline for fall admission to IDCE is January 15. Applications may be considered for any of the four programs after the deadline has passed. Please contact the Admissions Office for availability. In general, decision letters will be mailed the third week in March. We look for your decision in mid-April. Then, we welcome the IDCE class in late-August. Exact dates will change each year.
You may access the online application for Fall 2009 admissions. You may also download the entire 2009 Application Package.Contact the Admissions Office if you have questions or are interested in applying for Fall 2010.
Entrance Requirements
Entrance requirements include a bachelor's degree, transcript, application with three references, and a statement of purpose in regard to your career objectives. Applicants from countries in which English is not the first language must submit original test scores from either 1) a TOEFL score of at least 575 (233 on the computer-based test) or 2) a 90 on the iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) or 3) a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS. Scores must be submitted with the application. All application materials must be submitted before January 15, for entrance the following August. (Only complete files are forwarded to the Graduate School for admission.) Decision letters will be mailed the third week in March.
Funding Assistance: Read about our funding opportunities.
Current Students: Learn more about our current students.
IDCE’s network and reputation in the environmental and development field are important factors for employment. IDCE graduates hold responsible positions in environmental, development, and social service agencies, consultancies, businesses, and non-profits in the U.S. and abroad. Others pursue Ph.D., law degrees and Fulbright Fellowships. IDCE also maintains an extensive career database of available jobs and internships.
Application Requirements
- Application and $50 Application Fee (Please note: IDCE waives application fees for RPCVs and AmeriCorps alumni. Applicants must provide some form of verification of service at the time of the application. Contact IDCE_Application@clarku.edu for details.)
- Personal Statement
- Official Transcripts
- Three Academic Recommendations
- Resume (CV) suggested
- Application Signature Page
- Applicants from countries in which English is not the first language must submit either 1) a TOEFL score of at least 575 (233 on the computer-based test) or 2) a 90 on the iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) or 3) a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS.
For more information, contact:
Admissions
International Development, Community, and Environment Department
Clark University
950 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01610-1477 USA
Admissions Phone: 508-793-7205
Fax: 508-793-8820
Admissions email: idce@clarku.edu
Paula Hall, Admissions Coordinator: phall@clarku.edu
Constance Whitehead Hanks, Admissions Assistant: cwhiteheadhanks@clarku.edu
You may also want to visit:
Graduate Admissions www.clarku.edu/graduate
Undergraduate Admissions www.clarku.edu/admissions/apply
|