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St. Cloud State University

St. Cloud State University

To Apply (U.S. Citizens)

Prospective students may apply online or may download all application materials from our Web site and mail them to the School of Graduate Studies.

What do I need to submit?

A completed application consists of the following:

  • Graduate admission application and a $35.00 non-refundable application fee payable to SCSU.
  • Three reference forms from individuals who are able to address your academic qualifications and ability to succeed in your chosen program and profession.
  • One copy of all official undergraduate and graduate transcripts with 15 or more credits recorded. Transcripts must be submitted directly by each institution to the School of Graduate Studies. Transcripts submitted by students cannot be accepted. Transcripts of SCSU course work do not need to be submitted. Applicants who apply before receiving their baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an additional transcript once their degree is conferred.
  • GRE scores are required for all degree programs but the MBA.
  • GMAT scores are required for the MBA program.
  • A test of English proficiency is required of all applicants whose first language is other than English.
  • Additional admission materials required by the program to which you are applying. See program descriptions to determine if additional materials or interviews are needed.
  • NOTE: The School of Graduate Studies and the individual programs within it reserve the right to request additional information when they believe it is necessary.

When all official materials have been received at the School of Graduate Studies, your admission file will be sent to the department for review. An admission recommendation will be made at the departmental level and will then be returned to the School of Graduate Studies' dean for final review. A letter will be mailed to you after the admission decision has been made.