The Science Illustration Certificate Program is offered through the Extended Education at California State University, Monterey Bay. Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2012. The deadline is February 15th, 2012, or until all positions are filled.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the program is limited to 15 students and is by application only. The application deadline for Fall 2012 is February 15th. Applicants must
have at least a bachelor's degree, preferably in a science,
and must be able to demonstrate a strong background in representational
drawing, as well as a developed sense of aesthetics.
Other degrees are eligible if the portfolio exhibits
keen observational skills and if the applicant can demonstrate
a strong interest in and understanding of science.
Fees and Expenses
Total tuition and required fees for the entire program completed in normal time
$25,617
Total estimated costs for books and supplies for the entire program
$5259
After a non-refundable program fee of $500, tuition can be paid in quarterly installments.
Personal living expenses in Monterey County can range anywhere
from $7,000 to $13,000 for the nine-month academic year.
Financial Assistance
If eligible, federal financial aid loans are available up to $20,500 per academic year. More information regarding financial aid can be found on the Science Illustration Student Information page on the CSUMB Extended Education web site. You are welcome to secure private loans to cover the additional amount of tuition, course supplies/materials/books and additional living expenses. We are not at liberty to suggest lenders.
PARTS OF THE APPLICATION (checklist)
• Application Form (includes background, courses taken, statement
of purpose)
• $55 application fee (non-refundable)
• Transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• Portfolio
Application Instructions
Please use the Application for
Admission—The Science Illustration Certificate Program form (655kb pdf file). You will need Adobe Reader to view this form. You may request a hard copy by E-mailing ktallent@csumb.edu
International Students only:
This confidential Affidavit of Financial Support (115kb pdf file) must be completed and submitted as part of the Application for Admission to California State University, Monterey Bay, if the applicant is not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States of America or does not have immigrant status at the time of submission of the application for admission. You will need Adobe Reader to view this form. You may request a hard copy by E-mailing ktallent@csumb.edu
Application Fee
Your application must be accompanied by a non-refundable $55 application fee. Complete the Payment intake form (included in the application form).
E-Mail Address
Be sure to provide an e-mail address on page one of your application for an active account that you plan to check regularly. This e-mail address will be used to advise you of the status of your application. Do not provide a temporary e-mail address (University email address, etc).
Official Transcripts
Please list every college attended on your application form. Include one official transcript from the Registrar of each institution attended (including University correspondence or extension divisions). If your course work is still in-progress, submit an in-progress transcript with your application package. A second official transcript, after all course work has been completed will be required if you are accepted into the program. Transcripts may be sent directly to the program office or directly to you if the institution allows. Each transcript should be submitted in an envelope sealed and signed by the Registrar. If the transcript is received and the envelope is open or it is taken out of the envelope, you will need to submit a new, official transcript.
Letters of Recommendation
We require three letters of recommendation. Please provide
each reference with a copy of the Recommendation
Form (75kb pdf - Adobe Reader required).
Professors or others who are in a position to analyze your abilities and academic promise in your chosen field of study should prepare letters of recommendation. Letters can be mailed directly to the program office or to you in a sealed and signed envelope, which you will forward to us along with your application package.
Statement of Purpose
This should be a concise, well-written essay about your
background and your reasons for pursuing graduate study
in science illustration. Selection committees place particular
importance on the statement of purpose.
Portfolio
A portfolio submission is required and should consist of high quality prints, color photocopies, or photographs of ten to twenty representational pieces of your artwork. Traditional black-and-white or color media, digital illustration and three-dimensional work will all be considered. Each example should be labeled with a title, medium used, and date of completion. The collection should be bound in a folder or light binder no larger than 9" x 12" clearly labeled with the applicant’s name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address. Do not submit loose portfolio pages. If you wish to submit electronic pieces, please include a hard copy print in the portfolio as well. Please do not send original artwork. We will not return portfolios unless specifically requested and unless a postage paid return envelope is provided. If you are selected, your portfolio will not be mailed back to you, it will be reviewed and returned to you in person at the beginning of your first term. When reviewing the portfolio portion of the application, the selection committee looks for attention to detail, accuracy, and aesthetics, as well as presentation of materials.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)/ Millers Analogy Test (MAT) score is not required, but if you wish to provide scores and/or official reports we welcome them.
International Students
International Students In addition to the application, international students should also submit:
- Copy of face page of passport
- Affidavit of Financial Support (see above)
All official academic records must be issued in the original language and accompanied by English translations prepared by the issuing institution. If translations are not available from the institution itself, translations may be prepared by government or official translators. International students are encouraged to review the additional guidelines and visa requirements by contacting the CSUMB Office of International Programs: http://international.csumb.edu.
If you are reapplying
Submit application form, payment intake form and non-refundable application fee of $55.
We recommend you send an updated portfolio.
- If your earlier application was submitted 2 years ago or less you can reactivate the previous letters of recommendation and submitted transcripts.
- If your previous application was submitted more than two years ago, please submit new letters of recommendation.
- If your academic record has changed, submit updated official transcripts.
Send Applications
to:
Extended Education- SICP
California State University Monterey Bay
100 Campus Center
University Corporation Building (201)
Suite 201, 2nd Floor
Seaside, CA 93955-8001
tel: (831) 582-4500
ktallent@csumb.edu
