Apply to the Master of Health Professions Education (MHPE) Program
Application Deadline
Students in the MHPE program are admitted only once per year in the fall semester. The application deadline for Fall 2027 is December 15, 2026. However, we encourage our applicants to submit their application by December 1, 2026, to address any issues that may arise.
Admissions
A successful application will make a strong case for the applicant’s capacity to thrive in the MHPE program, which includes demonstrating evidence of their interest and engagement in education programs, initiatives, and projects. The admissions committee evaluates all applications based on scholarship potential, leadership potential, and communication skills. Given the diversity of candidates, the strength of an applicant can be demonstrated in a variety of ways. Applicants are judged on the strength of their accomplishments relative to norms of their career stage, profession, and specialty. Though scholarly publications and significant involvement in educational initiatives can serve as indicators of one’s potential to succeed in the program, they are not mandatory.
Application Requirements
- Applicant must have earned a Baccalaureate degree or an advanced professional degree in a health professions discipline. Applicants with a degree in a related field and significant experience in a health professions setting will also be considered.
- Previous grade point average must be above 3.75 on a 5-point scale or 3.0 on a 4-point scale.
- Applicant must hold a position in educational leadership or be actively preparing for such a role.
- Applicant must submit copies of registrar-issued transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
- Applicant must submit a written statement of their professional goals (personal statement), a CV, and three letters of recommendation.
Additional requirements for international applicants
- Applicants whose native language is not English must take either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the exam of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Pearson’s PTE Academic. The test score cannot be more than two years old.
- International applicants must provide a financial statement from their sponsoring institution; or, if personally financing their studies, they must provide a bank statement attesting to sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses for one year.
For more details on international applications, including test score minimums, reporting requirements and exemptions, please see the UIC Admissions International Requirements page.
Application Costs
The application fee for graduate applicants (domestic and international) is $80.
There is an additional $100 international credential evaluation fee for any applicant presenting international course work requiring an evaluation regardless of residency.
Upload Materials
All applicants are required to upload all of their documents and academic credentials electronically to satisfy both program-specific requirements and admission/institutional requirements. For more details on the document upload process, please visit the UIC Admissions page.
Note: all uploaded documents must be in PDF form.
Include the following:
- Personal Statement Form, using the template .
- CV
- Three letters of recommendation: Please provide your letter writers the cover sheet template.
- Copies of registrar-issued transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
Please note that only admitted applicants will need to provide official, paper transcripts. Once admitted, official transcripts must be sent directly from post-secondary institution in a sealed envelope to the Office of Admissions. Transcripts should not be mailed before a student is admitted.
Requirements for International Applicants
International students will need to upload the following additional documents/materials:
- IELTS score report, if applicable. TOEFL or PTE Academic scores must be reported to UIC directly from the testing agency.
- Declaration of Certification of Finances (graduate)
- Bank Statement or Letter of Financial Support
- Copy of passport
What to Expect after Applying
Students are informed of application decisions in early March. The 1-week onsite introductory course (MHPE 505) takes place at the end of July.
Choosing a format
Upon application, students are asked to choose either on-campus or online as their preferred participation option. Students will be given registration preference for courses in the program format to which they are admitted. For more information on tuition and fees based on format, please visit the Office of Registrar’s Graduate Tuition and Fees page.