Graduate Studies

• Can be picked up in person at the Natural Resources Building (Room 2801)
• Can be downloaded online via the Graduate Studies website
• Or complete the Graduate Studies online Application Form
• Or fill out the Apply Texas online Application Form
• (Duplicate applications can cause delays, please complete only one of the above)

The application form is accompanied by supplemental information including:

• Requirements for Graduate Admissions
• Additional Requirement for International Applicants
• Priority Deadlines for Admissions of U.S. and International Applicants
• Department Contact Information
• List of Graduate Programs

  Statement of Purpose includes:

• A statement of your educational and professional goals and the reasons you are applying to the program
• Length can range from 300-500 words on average
• This statement is often the most significant impression of you as an individual

• An additional essay may be required for admissions to some graduate programs.
• Consult the specific graduate department/program of interest to verify length, content, or any further requirements pertaining to this essay.

• Approach faculty for advice
• Be honest when writing
• Write clearly

• Motivation, Intellectual Skills and Suitability for study in Program
• Your intentions for Graduate Study

• Do your interests fit with the school or department you are applying for?
• Are you communicating ideas effectively?
• Are you set apart from other applicants?

List the names of three references familiar with your academic or professional performance.

Please consult the graduate program of interest to determine if these references must submit letters in support of your application.

You can utilize the online form to email requests for Letters of Recommendation. The recommender will receive an email link to a recommendation page.

You can do this at Online Recommendation Request

Order Official Transcripts Early

Transcripts are required for each institution attended.

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GMAT (Graduate Management Aptitude Test) Only required for MBA and ACCT Applicants

GRE Graduate Record Examination Official GRE scores are required for applicants applying to:

• PhD. Coastal & Marine System Science
• PhD. Curriculum and Instruction
• PhD. Counselor Education
• EDD. Educational Leadership
• M.A. Psychology
• M.A. Public Administration
• M.S. Biology
• M.S. Computer Science
• M.S. Environmental Science
• M.S. Geospatial Engineering
• M.S. Kinesiology
• M.S. Mariculture

All International Applicants MUST submit official GRE scores.
(GRE test prep site: www.greprepinfo.com)

• Draft statement of purpose
• Browse catalogs for programs
• Meet the faculty
• Request letters of recommendations
• Sign up for appropriate standardized tests
• Request and obtain application materials

• Order transcripts
• Complete application
• Pick up letters of recommendation
• Submit application (with letters of recommendation)
• Apply for financial aid
• Track application