Official Transcripts from 'all' the universities, colleges, junior colleges, etc. that the student has attended.
Three letters of recommendation uploaded online by person who recommends, or sent on letterhead
Writing Sample.
Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose (1-2 pages) - Indicating your professional experience, educational goals, professional interest, academic achievements, honors, awards, publications and extracurricular activities.
GRE scores are generally required, though the applicant may request the Director of Graduate Studies to waive them if special reasons apply. GRE's are necessary, however, if the applicant wishes to be considered for a Fellowship or Assistantship.
International Students must also supply: TOEFL (550 or better - 80 computer based) or IELTS (6.5 or better)
International Students must also supply a financial statement. Form will be provided by the department.
Resume.
Research Interest/Experience (1-2 pages) - Address the area of research you are interested in and why, why you want to pursue graduate study, your career goals and your research experience.
550 on the paper-based TOEFL
80 on the internet-based TOEFL
6.5 on the IELTS
2.7 (on a grading scale with 4.0=A, approximately a B- average) on the last two years of Bachelor's coursework
3.0 on all previous graduate work (approximately a B average)