How to Apply
Follow These Steps To Apply to the School of Graduate Studies and Research
If you would like to be considered for admission to a graduate program of study, you must submit the following:
- Your completed graduate admission application
- Evidence of a bachelor's degree from a college or university that is accredited by the National Commission on Accreditation or the appropriate regional accrediting agency
- Official transcript from an accredited institution of your undergraduate work, showing at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale, sent by the granting institution (other grade point averages may be required for admission to certain programs)
Admission requirements vary by program. Some graduate degrees may require prerequisite undergraduate coursework. Check your program for the specific admissions requirements, or contact your program coordinator.
Apply for admission as early as possible, preferably no later than three weeks before the session in which you plan to enroll.
Click on the links below for more information for specific applicants:
- Graduate Certificate Applicants [1.2.2.1 Graduate Certificate Applicants]
- International Applicants
- Non-Degree Applicants
NOTE:
Admission to a program does not carry with it admission to candidacy for the degree. Click here for more information about candidacy requirements.
Apply online now!
We encourage you to apply online. If you would like a paper application, contact the School of Graduate Studies and Research at 724-938-4187 or e-mail your request to gradschool@calu.edu.