Application Deadline
March 15 -- On Campus Program
April 15 -- Online Program
Program Application
Master of Science Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation
College of Education, Health and Human Sciences • University of Wisconsin-Stout
Instructions: Complete items I - IV below and return all application materials to:
Graduate Program Admissions Committee - VR
Department of Rehabilitation & Counseling
Vocational Rehabilitation 250
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, WI 54751
I. General Information
Name _______________________________________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________
City ________________________ State _____ Zip _____________
Phone (Home)______________________________ (Work) __________________________
Email _______________________________________________________________________
Desired Entrance Date to Program:
Fall of 20__
Desired Concentration (check only one):
Dual Concentration in Vocational Evaluation & Rehabilitation Counseling (on campus cohort)
Rehabilitation Counseling (on campus cohort)
Vocational Evaluation (on campus cohort)
OR
Rehabilitation Counseling (online cohort)
Note: A minimum of two years related work experience and attendance at the 3-day
campus orientation is required for acceptance into the online program)
II. Resume
Attach a current resume which details:
a. Attendance at all colleges and postsecondary educational institutions. Be sure to
include dates and degrees earned;
b. Occupational experience (including the military) with dates of employment. If you
have a job description(s) of any position, please attach;
c. Educational practicums, internships, volunteer experience, etc.;
d. Other experiences or achievements which support your application.
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III. Written Statement
On a separate sheet, please compose a 2-3 page narrative statement in response to
the following:
a. Explain your immediate and long-range occupational objectives, being specific about
your particular area of interest. Include in this statement your response for desiring
enrollment in the MS degree program in vocational rehabilitation.
b. Illustrate in concrete terms what you have done in the past (education, employment,
volunteer or life experiences) that demonstrates interest in and commitment to
people, especially those with disabilities.
c. Describe any personal characteristics you possess which support your suitability to
work with vulnerable populations in a professional helping or counseling role.
d. How did you learn of the Vocational Rehabilitation Graduate Program at the
University of Wisconsin-Stout?
IV. References
Obtain three (3) current and dated letters of reference or three [3] completed Reference
Questionnaires* from persons who are personally acquainted with your work skills, work
behaviors and/or educational background. All reference letters should describe the
applicant’s abilities in the following areas:
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Overall attitude and potential to succeed in graduate studies
Motivation and initiative
Interpersonal skills and ability to relate to people
Ability to work independently and as part of a team/group
Critical thinking and reasoning skills
Any potential areas of concern (performance or behavior) related to ability to work
with vulnerable populations
Where appropriate, please request that employers enclose a job description and give an
appraisal of the applicant’s ability to carry out the duties required of the job.
*Reference Questionnaires are available at:
http://www.uwstout.edu/programs/msvr/oncampus/apply.cfm or
http://www.uwstout.edu/programs/msvr/online/applyonline.cfm
Please advise references of the program application deadline to assure their
submission is postmarked on or before March 15 (on campus) or April 15 (online).
A minimum of three (3) current letters of reference addressing the areas outlined in item
IV above or three (3) Reference Questionnaires –should be forwarded to:
Graduate Program Admissions Committee - VR
Department of Rehabilitation & Counseling
Vocational Rehabilitation 250
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, WI 54751
NOTE: Incomplete applicant files will not be reviewed or considered for
admission
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