Our new application is online!
All materials will be collected via our new online application system. No paper application materials will be accepted. Below is a list of required materials for applying to GSBS. To apply for Fall 2012, click here.
Application Requirements and Instructions
All components of the application must be submitted electronically for both domestic and international applicants. Please note that there is no need to submit official transcripts or test scores as part of the preliminary application process. This information will be self-reported by you the applicant. You will need to upload copies of your transcript and test scores via the online application system. Once we complete the preliminary admissions process, we will contact you directly to request official documents if needed.
- Application form -You must create an account here to apply. The form will allow you to save your work and return at a later time.
- Unofficial transcripts - An unofficial copy of your transcript from each college and university attended is required. Please merge all transcripts (including classes taken for dual credit) into one document and remove social security number if included on the transcript.
- GRE scores - You must have be able to provide your GRE scores to apply. Please upload a copy of your ETS score report.
- TOEFL scores (International applicants) - A copy of your ETS score report is required. Please merge with your GRE score report to make one document.
- Application fee - A $10 application fee is required. The online system will accept credit and debit cards only. If you do not have a credit or debit card, please contact the Office of Admissions.
- CV/Resume - A CV or resume is required and should include academic honors, awards received in college, employment history, internships, summer research programs, education history, etc.
- Personal statement - Your personal statement should be 1-2 pages in length and should be a discussion of your motivation and rationale for pursuing a graduate degree. Specifically address your research background, objectives in seeking advanced education, professional goals, areas of study in which you wish to specialize, for seeking admission to GSBS.
- Presentation and publications listing with abstracts - For all publications list the full citation giving the abstract for each in chronological order. For presentations (poster and oral presentations) indicate the type of presentation, the forum in which the presentation was made, the date of the presentation and the abstract.
- Overcoming adversity statement (optional) - A brief statement detailing any socioeconomic and/or educational disadvantages you have experienced.
- Names and contact information for recommenders - Please provide names and email addresses for three persons you have asked to complete letters of recommendation on your behalf. Letters will be submitted via our online application system by your recommenders. Recommenders should be well qualified to evaluate your scholastic performance, scientific ability, research interests and motivation, and personal attributes such as character and personality. If you are currently enrolled, or has completed, a graduate degree program, one of these recommendations must be from the applicant's academic advisor or mentor.
