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Cardiovascular Science in Glendale

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Admission Requirements
Prerequisite Courses
Technical Standards for Admission
Application Instructions
Matriculation Process

Cardiovascular Science / Perfusion Program Admission

The Cardiovascular Science Program currently uses a rolling admissions process. Completed applications are reviewed and decisions are made at regular intervals during the admissions cycle. Matriculation into the Master of Cardiovascular Science degree program occurs during the fall quarter. Admission to the Cardiovascular Science Program at Midwestern University is considered on a competitive basis for prospective students who hold a bachelor's level (or its equivalent) or higher degree from a regionally accredited professional program.

Applications received are reviewed by the Office of Admissions for completeness and referred to the Director of Cardiovascular Science and/or the Director of Admissions to determine eligibility for an interview. Final acceptance into the Cardiovascular Science Program is determined by the Admissions Committee with the approval of both the Director of Cardiovascular Science and the Dean. Decisions on acceptance are made until the maximum enrollment for each class is reached. Candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application early in the admission cycle.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Cardiovascular Science Program, applicants must submit documentation of the following:

0. Completion of a bachelor's level or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university;
0. Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on a scale of 4.00;
0. Completion of the application for admission;
0. Completion of the minimum number of prerequisite courses at a regionally accredited college or university. All prerequisites must be completed with a C or better. Grades of C- are not acceptable for any prerequisite courses
0. Completion of the Program's interview process (by invitation only);
0. Passage of the Midwestern University criminal background check; and
0. Commitment to abide by the Midwestern University Drug-Free Workplace and Substance Abuse Policy.

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Prerequisite Courses

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Technical Standards for Admission

A candidate must have abilities and skills in five areas: 1) observation; 2) communication; 3) motor; 4) intellectual, conceptual, integrative, and quantitative; and 5) behavioral and social. Technological compensation can be made for some limitation in certain of these areas, but a candidate should be able to perform in a reasonably independent manner.

I. Observation: The candidate must be able to accurately make observations at a distance and close at hand. Observation necessitates the functional use of the sense of vision and somatic sensation, and is enhanced by the functional use of all of the other senses.

II. Communication: The candidate must be able to communicate effectively, efficiently, and sensitively in both oral and written form and be able to perceive nonverbal communication.

III. Motor: Candidates must be able to coordinate both gross and fine muscular movements, maintain equilibrium, and have functional use of the senses of touch and vision. The candidate must possess sufficient postural control, neuromuscular control, and eye-to-hand coordination to perform profession-specific skills and tasks.

IV. Intellectual, Conceptual, Integrative, and Quantitative Abilities: The candidate must be able to problem solve, measure, calculate, reason, analyze, record, and synthesize large amounts of information in a timely manner. The candidate must be able to comprehend three-dimensional relationships and understand spatial relationships.

V. Behavioral and Social Attributes: The candidate must possess the emotional health required for full utilization of his/her intellectual abilities; the exercise of good judgment; the consistent, prompt completion of all responsibilities; and the development of mature, sensitive, and effective relationships. Candidates must be able to tolerate physically, mentally, and emotionally taxing workloads and to function effectively under stress. The candidate must be able to adapt to changing environments, to display flexibility, and to learn to function in the face of uncertainties. Compassion, integrity, concern for others, effective interpersonal skills, willingness and ability to function as an effective team player, interest and motivation to learn are all personal qualities required during the educational process.

Candidates are required to certify that they understand and meet these Technical Standards. Candidates must provide such certification prior to matriculation. Candidates who may not meet the Technical Standards must inform the Director of Admissions, who will then contact the Dean of Students. The Dean of Students, in consultation with the academic dean (and program director), will identify and discuss what accommodations, if any, the College(/Program) would need to make that would allow the candidate to complete the curriculum. The College(/Program) is not able to grant accommodations that alter the educational standards of the curriculum. Students must meet the Technical Standards for the duration of enrollment in their professional program

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Application Process

To be considered for admission into the Cardiovascular Science Program, the applicant must submit to the Office of Admissions an application packet that includes:

0. A completed Application for Admission form;
0. A nonrefundable, nonwaivable application fee of $50;
0. Two signed and sealed letters of recommendation; and
0. Official transcripts from each college or university attended.

Mail the completed application packet to:

Office of Admissions
Midwestern University
19555 North 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308

You may download an application form or obtain an application packet or more information by calling the Office of Admissions at 623/572-3215 or 888/247-9277.

Please Note: Applicants may track the receipt of their application materials and the status of their files on the University's web site with the instructions for accessing account information that will be sent by the Office of Admissions after receipt of their applications. Applicants are responsible for notifying the Office of Admissions of any changes in their mailing address and/or e-mail address. All requests for application withdrawals must be made in writing via e-mail, fax or letter to the Office of Admissions.

International Applicants

Students who have completed coursework at or graduated from foreign colleges or universities must submit acceptable evidence of U.S. degree and course equivalency. Students must also complete at least 30 semester hours of coursework at U.S. colleges or universities prior to matriculation. This coursework must include 6 semester hours of nonremedial coursework in English.

An international student must satisfy all of the requirements for admission to the college or program that apply to a student who has completed all of his/her prerequisite coursework in the U.S. at a regionally accredited college or university. In addition, an international student must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. This may be accomplished by satisfying both of the following requirements:

0. The international student has completed a minimum of two full time semesters or three full time quarters of instruction at a postsecondary institution in the United States. Completed coursework must include a minimum of 50% of the prerequisite science coursework for the college or program of interest, 6 semester hours of non-remedial English composition, and 3 semester hours of public speaking/speech.
0. The international student must submit official TOEFL scores. A minimum passing score is 550 (paper version, maximum score 677) or 100 (internet version, maximum score 120). The TOEFL scores must be from an exam taken within two years of the anticipated date of matriculation into the college or program.

If the international student wishes to receive credit for prerequisite coursework completed at a college or university outside of the United States, he/she must submit an official, detailed, course-by-course evaluation of this coursework. The student must obtain this evaluation from one of the following services:

0. Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE): 414/289-3400 or Fax 414/289-3411 (www.ece.org, e-mail: info@ece.org)
0. Josef Silny & Associates International Education Consultants: 305/273-1616 or Fax 305/273-1338
0. World Education Service (WES): 212/966-6311 or Fax 212/739-6100 (www.wes.org, e-mail: info@wes.org)

Based on the official foreign transcript evaluation and the grade earned in the course(s), the college or program will decide if it will apply any of these credits toward fulfillment of its prerequisites.

International Applicant Packet

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Matriculation Process

The matriculation process begins after an applicant receives notification of his/her acceptance into the Cardiovascular Science Program of the College of Health Sciences. The student must return both a signed matriculation agreement and an initial deposit to the Office of Admissions. Students must also:

0. Submit deposit monies by the dates designated in their matriculation agreement. Deposits are applied toward the first-quarter tuition.
0. Submit official final transcript(s) from all colleges attended post-high school by the deadline of two weeks (14 calendar days) prior to the first day of classes. Students who are accepted to MWU less than one month prior to the first day of classes will have 30 calendar days from the date of their acceptance to submit all official transcripts to the Office of Admissions. Any special circumstances or requests for exceptions to this policy must be sent to and approved by the Office of the Dean of the College. Students who fail to submit all official final transcripts by the stated deadline may jeopardize their acceptance or continued enrollment in the College.
0. Complete a medical file as requested by the Office of Student Services.
0. Submit proof of medical and disability insurance coverage. The student may select either a plan offered by an MWU-approved carrier or a comparable plan offered by an outside carrier of the student's choice.
0. Non-U.S. citizens/non-permanent residents must provide documentation verifying that sufficient funds have been deposited in a U.S. bank to cover all expenses while attending the College of Health Sciences.
0. Provide documentation that any additional coursework or service requirements stipulated by the Admissions Committee has been completed.
0. Submit additional documents as required by the Office of Admissions.
0. Authorize and pass the Midwestern University criminal background check.
0. Sign and submit the Midwestern University Drug-Free Workplace and Substance Abuse Policy.
0. Complete a physical exam and submit form.
0. Sign and submit the Credit Policy Statement.
0. Meet the Technical Standards for the Program.

Students who either fail to satisfy these matriculation requirements or omit or falsify information required on official admissions documents automatically forfeit their seat in the Program. Individuals accepted for admission to the Cardiovascular Science Program who do not comply with stated timelines for submission of all required materials will not receive further notification from CHS regarding forfeiture of their seat.

MWU-AZ Cardiovascular Science / Perfusion Application

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