Admissions FAQ
- What if I don't wish to pursue a Master's degree?
- What are the requirements for admission?
- What tests are required?
- What if I don't want to take a class now, but a future term?
- Can I apply by mail instead of online?
- How will I be notified of admission status?
- What happens to my application after I submit it?
- What are the current semester codes and course numbers?
- How do I get an over-ride for a course?
- There is a hold on my account and I cannot register. What can I do?
- Why can't I see a list of courses for this current semester when I login to Campus Connection?
- What if I need help with the application or have another question that isn't listed here?
What if I don't wish to pursue a Master's degree?
You may take courses as a Non-degree status student. You must still submit an application to the Graduate School to be eligible to take courses. Please remember that only 9 credits of course work taken as a Non-degree status student can be applied to a graduate degree, should you decide at a later time to pursue a degree.
Complete the paper application for Non-Degree, Certificate, or Post-Baccalaureate status found at http://www.und.edu/dept/grad/html/forms.html 
What are the requirements for admission?
A complete description of admission requirements for the Space Studies Masters program is available at http://www.space.edu/Academic Programs/GraduateAdmissions.aspx .
What tests are required?
The GRE & GMAT are not required for this program; however, the GRE is required if you are seeking funding (graduate teaching and/or research assistantships) from the department or a faculty member.
What if I don't want to take a class now, but a future term?
Complete the application as a new student; indicate the term date that you wish to begin coursework on the application.
Can I apply by US Postal Mail instead of online?
Yes. Please mail application materials to the following address:
Graduate School Admissions
University of North Dakota
PO Box 8178
Grand Forks, ND 58202-8178
How will I be notified of admission status?
Once the Graduate School has received your application, you will be notified via e-mail (if provided on the application form) or by postcard, usually within 5 - 7 days if you used the online application form. It is the applicant's responsibility to make sure the Graduate School has received all application materials; therefore, periodically checking on the status of your application is advisable. Once your application is complete, it will be forwarded to the Space Studies Department for evaluation. The Department will make a decision and return it to the Graduate School. The Graduate Dean will then review the decision. You will be notified of the admission decision as soon as possible.
What happens to my application after I submit it?
The Graduate School will review your application and materials (transcripts, written statements) and notify you of receipt in writing or by email within a few days after submission. They will also notify you if your application is incomplete. Once you have met the Graduate School application requirements, they will forward your application on to the Space Studies Department for an admission decision. The Department, in turn, notifies the Graduate School of the decision, which is reviewed by the Graduate Dean. Subsequently, the student is notified of admission status.
What are the current semester codes and course numbers?
The current semester code will be listed on the welcome screen of the Campus Connection system, immediately after you login.
Each class has a department designation or subject area (SPST). The catalog number is a three-digit number such as 410, 501, or 997. Also check for a course number, which is assigned to each course. Some courses provide two sections - one for on-campus students and one specifically for distance education students. Course numbers are listed on the class schedule page.
Some courses, including 593, 996, 997, 998, also require a special permission number. You must contact your instructor or Bev Fetter to receive this number.
How do I get an over-ride for a course?
If you are missing a pre-requisite for a particular course, you need to contact the instructor to request over-ride approval; then, contact Bev Fetter. Bev will verify the approval and enter the over-ride information into Campus Connection so that
you can register.
If you attempt to register in a course without a pre-requisite or proper over-ride authorization, you will receive an error message and Campus Connection will not allow you to register.
There is a hold on my account and I cannot register. What can I do?
The Business Office may place a hold on your Campus Connection account and restrict you from registration if you have outstanding financial aid issues or unpaid account balances. If this is the case, you must contact the Business Office for information about your account hold and how to become eligible for registration.
Why can't I see a list of courses for this current semester when I login to Campus Connection?
You will also be ineligible to register if you have skipped a term of enrollment (taking semester or more off from your courses). If so, please visit Step 1 of the Registration Checklist for instructions about applying for re-enrollment.
What if I need help with the application or have another question that isn't listed here?
- Find additional information about the application process here .
- Contact the Graduate School .
- Contact the Space Studies Department .
Helpful Publications Online:
- Academic Catalog
- Graduate Student Handbook
