Normal,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Kinesiology and Recreation - Applied Community and Economic Development in Normal United States | Illinois State University
Illinois State University
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Normal United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,592
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Applied Community and Economic Development (ACED) program is a cross-disciplinary initiative that empowers individuals dedicated to driving social impact through service to advance their professional journey. Tailored for Peace Corps alumni and students with development backgrounds (including AmeriCorps or nonprofit experience), this program is managed by the Stevenson Center for Community and Economic Development. Fellows undergo a rigorous year of on-campus study before embarking on an 11-month paid practicum. During their academic terms, ACED participants benefit from graduate assistantships before transitioning to fieldwork. This sequence provides a comprehensive, practical education for those seeking careers in domestic and international community and economic development.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A student applying to a master's program must:
have earned a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a college or university that is accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association, or do so within one academic year
present official transcripts from each college or university other than Illinois State at which graduate, undergraduate, or non-degree credit was earned. You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for either the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework or 9+ hours of coursework in a master's program. You will need to have successfully completed an undergraduate economics class. If you do not meet this requirement, you may still be admitted into the program but you will be expected to take this course before beginning graduate study. Upload your current resume into the application system. Write and upload a two-page statement of purpose. Submit a sample of your academic writing. Submit the names and email addresses of three references for letters of recommendation within the online application. Applicants who submit all materials according to the posted instructions and by the posted deadlines, and whose materials indicate potential for success in their chosen program, will complete a required interview (by phone or in person). Upload one of the following:
Letter of Service (Applied Community & Economic Development Fellows Program)
Official Description of Service (Peace Corps Fellows Program) In addition to the overall university requirements above, international students must also:
present a TOEFL score of no less that 79 on the internet-based test (iBT) or 550 on the paper-based test, or present an overall band score of no less than 6.5 on the IELTS exam. Some departments require higher English proficiency exam scores.
provide a copy of a current and valid passport
have earned a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a college or university that is accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association, or do so within one academic year
present official transcripts from each college or university other than Illinois State at which graduate, undergraduate, or non-degree credit was earned. You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for either the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework or 9+ hours of coursework in a master's program. You will need to have successfully completed an undergraduate economics class. If you do not meet this requirement, you may still be admitted into the program but you will be expected to take this course before beginning graduate study. Upload your current resume into the application system. Write and upload a two-page statement of purpose. Submit a sample of your academic writing. Submit the names and email addresses of three references for letters of recommendation within the online application. Applicants who submit all materials according to the posted instructions and by the posted deadlines, and whose materials indicate potential for success in their chosen program, will complete a required interview (by phone or in person). Upload one of the following:
Letter of Service (Applied Community & Economic Development Fellows Program)
Official Description of Service (Peace Corps Fellows Program) In addition to the overall university requirements above, international students must also:
present a TOEFL score of no less that 79 on the internet-based test (iBT) or 550 on the paper-based test, or present an overall band score of no less than 6.5 on the IELTS exam. Some departments require higher English proficiency exam scores.
provide a copy of a current and valid passport
Tuition
USD
17,592