Southern’s Graduate Program FAQ

What courses will you get to take? What financial aid options are available to you? What’s the admissions process like? When it comes to enrolling in a graduate program at Southern Adventist University, you probably have a number of questions. And we are here to help.  

Key Resources

As you research Southern’s program options and supports, here are some important resources to review:

Common Questions 

Here are some frequently asked questions about Southern’s graduate programs: 

Graduate Degree Programs 

We offer a variety of graduate programs, including the following (note that requirements for admission to each program are listed on the individual degree pages):

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Online Programs 

Southern also offers the following programs, which are delivered completely online:

Note to Massachusetts residents: At this time, applicants in Massachusetts are not eligible to enroll in online programs at Southern.

Learn More About Southern’s Graduate Program Experience

Check out the Graduate Studies blog to learn more about our programs and being a graduate student at Southern Adventist University.

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Michelle Younkin

Director of Graduate Admissions & Academic Progress
myounkin@southern.edu 
423.236.2694

Welcome to Southern!

Welcome to Southern! I look forward to answering any questions you may have about admission to the graduate program. This is an exciting time in your professional journey, and I am honored to help!

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