Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Massachusetts

graduate school questions

I am applying for admission to graduate schools for several different programs.

I have noticed that in the admission material, there is a question which states: �Have you ever been charged with a violation of the law which resulted in probation, community service, a jail sentence, or the revocation or suspension of your driver�s license (including traffic violations which resulted in a fine of $200 or more?

I have an outstanding academic record (3.7 cummulative GPA) and scored highly on the exams required for admission to the programs for which I seek admission.

My question is: Why is that statement regarding prior criminal history included as part of the application process for a graduate education? I understand that admission to college or university is arbitrary and at the discretion of the admission departments; however I feel that holding a seven year old offense against me (which was ultimately dismissed) is counterproductive for both the potential programs and myself. Any comments would be appreciated. Thank you.


Asked on 10/20/03, 11:01 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Nance Lyons Law Office of Nance Lyons

Re: graduate school questions

Contactthe MASS Department of Higher Education. I don't think this is a legal question and know it is not on employment applications, but education application, I don't know.

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Answered on 10/20/03, 4:32 pm


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