Instructions

All candidates should submit a complete application package to be considered for admissions. Incomplete applications, as well as applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Applicants using ADA’s online application form will be able to check their application and admission status via secure online system. 

Application Requirements

Requirements for admission to the MADIA Program are same for both Azerbaijani and International students. Exception applies to The State Students Admission Commission (SSAC/TQDK) scores.  

Admission is based upon review of the following documents :

• Application and Relevant Personal Information
  • Completed ADA Application Form
  • Application Fee– 15 AZN or USD/EURO equivalent
  • Two Reference Names and Their Contact Information
• Attachments to Online Application
  • Statement of Purpose. This should not exceed 500 words and must be double-spaced.  
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae. This should not exceed 2 pages. Please, list information on a) education, b) employment, c) academic awards, d) extracurricular, and e) volunteer activities.
  • Scholarship Essay. This should not exceed 400 words and is required only from those who apply for a need-based scholarship.
  • Photo taken within the last six months (Size: 5 x 5 cm, scanned)
• Supporting Paper Documents
  • Copy of a diploma for an undergraduate degree (translated into English and notary-certified) *
  • Official academic transcripts from all previously attended schools (translated into English and notary-certified)  
  • Copy of Identification Card or Passport
• Official Test Scores    
  • TQDK/ SSAC scores (required minimum score of first round is 50 and this exam is for Azerbaijani citizens only)
  • TOEFL (83) or IELTS (6.5)
  • GRE or GMAT scores (optional)  

 All of the above documents are considered an application package and must be submitted in full. Supporting Paper Documents must be mailed or delivered to ADA by applicants.

TOEFL or IELTS Scores. Past experience demonstrates that MADIA applicants will need to register well in advance to secure an available seat for either TOEFL or IELTS exam. A delay of receipt of TOEFL or IELTS scores may result in your inability to apply to MADIA.

Only applicants who have completed a minimum of two years of full-time study at the collegiate level in a country where English is the primary language or the language of instruction may request a TOEFL/IELTS waiver by contacting the ADA Admissions Office.  Institutional TOEFL Code Number for ADA is 2093.

SSAC scores. State Students Admission Commission (SSAC/TQDK) scores are required only from Azerbaijani citizens. SSAC administers a separate test for applicants to Master programs. The test has two rounds. ADA requires results of the first round (Logic, English, and IT) ONLY. The SSAC test does not serve a placement purpose at ADA's MA programs. The minimum passing score is 50 and it is an additional tool of assessment of an applicant. Applicants for MADIA program must meet all of our criteria to be admitted to ADA. Registration information for the SSAC/TQDK tests can be found at www.tqdk.gov.az

Evaluative Interviews. Only short-listed applicants are called in for an evaluative interview. Applicants may not request an evaluative interview themselves.

Materials submitted for application to the ADA become the property of the Academy and will not be returned. Please retain a copy of the application and supporting documents for your own record.

For those who are reapplying, please submit new online application and only missing supporting documents. 
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*    Senior undergraduate students should provide an official letter (arayish) from their university indicating their expected graduation date.

Heydar Aliyev
11 december 2008

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Taghiyev
11 december 2008

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