Official report of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores

• The GRE scores are required of all applicants
• GRE Institution code is 2660, Department code is 1102

Two official transcripts* from all institutions attended, both undergraduate and graduate.

• These must be sent to the address above; they cannot be uploaded on the web.
• International students must submit transcripts, diploma and degree certificates in both English and your Native Language.
• Notarized copies are not accepted
• transcripts from World Education Services (WES) are not accepted.

*Current Penn State students can submit unofficial student transcripts

Statement of Purpose (and Resume if desired)

• Write a brief essay of why you should be admitted to Graduate School at Penn State and your area(s) of interest.

Three letters of recommendation

• The references you list in the online appication will be given directions for submitting their letters.
• We will accept letters by mail in a sealed and signed envelope if your references choose not to submit their letters online.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for international students only

• TOEFL/IELTS Institution code is 2660, Department code is 65
• ALL international students from non-English speaking countries are required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score
• A minimum score of 80 overall of the TOEFL is required.
• A minimum score of 19 on the speaking section of the TOEFL is required.
• A minimum of 6.5 is required for all sections of the IELTS exam.
• EXCEPTION:
  International students who have obtained a degree from an accredited university in the US are not required to submit the TOEFL or IELTS score.
• Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will be considered for admission on a Provisional basis and required to take an English speaking course.