International Students

An undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.

All students are required to complete the online application form. There will be an $85.00 application fee.

Applications are due along with all materials by the following deadlines, and you will be considered for priority consideration for tuition support.

All students are required to submit a personal statement. This is an opportunity to emphasize your interest and describe your reasons for pursuing this degree. This statement should be submitted in English.

You will be asked to provide a copy of your passport.

All students are required to submit their official transcripts from all of the universities (or colleges) they have attended are required. Transcripts should be submitted in their original language with a certified English translation.

International students are required to submit a copy of all the diplomas or certificates earned. Each copy must be submitted in their original language with a certified English translation.

All international students are required to take this exam in order to demonstrate sufficient English competency. The "Test Of English As A Foreign Language (TOEFL)" exam is offered as a paper-based test (PBT) or an internet-based test (IBT). A score of 550 is required for the PBT; a score of 80 is required for the IBT. 

Students may also take the "International English Language Tesing System (IELTS)" exam to demonstrate sufficient competency in English. A score of 6.5 or higher is required. 

As of August 2024, the Graduate School accepts a minimum score of 125 from the "Duolingo English Test (DET)." 

All international students must provide a copy of their results on either exam. 

International students from countries whose primary language is English are not required to take this exam.

You will be required to provide a copy of your bank statement for the last six months. You may also provide a sponsorship letter indicating your method of funding.

A score of at least 950 is required for exams taken prior to August 1, 2011. A score of at least 294 is required for exams taken after this date.