How to Apply: Master of International Sport Management

Requirements

All applicants must meet the following requirements. A guiding principle of Guilford's MISM is that students do not need an undergraduate degree in Sport Studies. The MISM includes leveling activities that bridge students to graduate-level studies. Exceptions to these requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

• Have earned a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants with a GPA of 2.5 to 2.99 may request an exception to the minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA requirement by submitting a justification in the form of a written essay of 300 to 600 words.
• Complete the Guilford College Master of International Sport Management application.
• All applicants must provide a statement addressing how Guilford's MISM will support their future goals. The statement is to be 300 to 600 words in length and must be prepared independently (without the help of others) by the applicant.
• Two letters of recommendation are required. A link to a digital form will be sent to the recommending persons who you identify on your application. They will respond to a series of questions, and they can also upload a letter. These recommendations should comment on the applicant's perceived ability to complete graduate-level coursework. Ideally, at least one recommendation will be from a college instructor. If you have lost touch with your college professors, please consider using a supervisor or peer who can comment on your ability to learn advanced material.
• Students whose undergraduate degree is in a language other than English must submit TOEFL score.

Enrollment Fee

It's free to apply for Guilford's Master of International Sport Management program. If accepted, a $250 deposit, which will be applied to your first tuition bill, will be required to hold your spot.

Transcripts and Academic History

Program applicants must submit an official transcript documenting a conferred bachelor's degree. Students yet to complete their undergraduate degree may submit a transcript within one semester of their planned graduation to be considered for provisional acceptance.

Students who have attended Guilford College do not have to obtain their Guilford transcript. Photocopied or faxed copies are not considered official. Please note that transcripts received in unsealed envelopes are not considered official and will not be processed. Official transcripts should be mailed to:

Guilford College Graduate School
5800 West Friendly Ave
Greensboro, NC 27410

Resume

Guilford College requires that applicants submit an updated copy of their resume. The resume must be included with the application. Please ensure that your resume has all the work and extracurricular or community activities you engage in that will give the committee the most information about your background and qualifications. Your resume will be the only place that lists this information.

International Students

Taken an official TOEFL (paper-based) and earned a score of at least 550, or taken an Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) and earned a score of at least an 80 or show proof of successfully completing an Intensive English language before attendance at Guilford College. Guilford’s TOEFL code is 5261. 

Taken an official IELTS and earned a score of at least 6.5 (no more than two years before attendance at Guilford College). 
Successfully completed an advanced-level English language training program prior to starting the graduate program. 

An International Student Financial Affidavit must be completed to document the applicant's ability to meet all educational and living expenses for the entire period of their intended study. Supporting documentation must also be submitted. For more information, please refer to Guilford's International Students webpage.

Application Deadlines

Admission for the fall semester will begin on a rolling basis.

Students who wish to apply for unsubsidized federal student loans should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Guilford’s FAFSA code is 002931.