How to Apply & Deadlines

The Graduate School - Admissions Information

For programs administered through The Graduate School.

Minimum Graduate Admission Requirements

  • a bachelor's degree completed before graduate study begins or its international equivalent with an accredited institution (based on a four-year curriculum)
  • a master's degree completed before entering a doctoral program
  • an average grade of B (cumulative GPA 3.0) or better

Along with these minimal requirements, admission decisions are based on a number of factors, including academic degrees and record, statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, test scores, and relevant work experience. There are currently no residency quotas for graduate admission.

Admissions Instructions

No applications or materials may be accepted after the deadline.

Application Status

Applicants are encouraged to check the status of all application materials through the electronic application. If further questions arise, applicants may also contact the Office of Student Affairs in the School of Education at (919) 966-1346 regarding the status of missing materials.