M.A. Process Work

Requirements for Admissions

  • Bachelor’s degree – all applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree from an appropriately accredited school, authorized to confer degrees in Oregon, or otherwise approved by the Oregon Student Assistance Commission, Office of Degree Authorization. Exceptions may be considered on a limited basis, if the applicant has a minimum of 60 undergraduate semester study hours and at least 10 years professional experience in a related field. Exceptions will be determined on a case-by-case basis by and no more than 5% active enrollments per program may be exceptions to this requirement.

    Non-U.S. Residents – If the applicant’s degree was granted by a non-U.S. institution, transcripts must be evaluated for equivalency to a U.S. Bachelor of Arts degree by the I.E.R.F. (International Education Research Foundation) or another credential evaluation service. Transcripts must be translated by a professional translator fluent in the language of the transcript. To be considered for a student visa, applicants must also certify that they have the necessary finances available for 1 year of the program.
  • Previous experience in Process Work, including courses, programs, or personal work completed and reasons for transferring from another Process Work program (if applicable). 
  • Inner calling. What draws you to study Process Work? How do your dreams, dream-like
    experiences, or life experiences lead you to study Process Work, and to seek a Diploma?
    What in particular interests you about Process Work, and how do you see yourself using
    it in your world?
  • Completed application form with transcripts, references, essays, resume and application fee.
  • Application Deadline has been extended beyond the original date of April 1st, 2011. *International students who require a student visa, please apply at least 6 weeks prior to application deadline

Application Procedure
To apply to the program, the applicant must submit the following information:

  • A completed application form;
  • A curriculum vitae or resume;
  • Two letters of reference (click here for a printable version)
  • Answering the essay questions outlined on the application form;
  • Official transcripts from all institutions of higher learning attended, sent directly from the school to the PWI registrar;
  • An application fee of $150.00 submitted with the application form.

*Application packets are available from PWI, or by clicking on the above application and reference links

Process Work Institute (503) 223-8188 2049 NW Hoyt St Portland, OR 97209 Email