Michigan Tech is a premier technological university of international stature. Our alumni have successfully demonstrated that they have the skills and experiences necessary to address the needs of a complex and rapidly changing world. Because our graduates truly do create the future and change the world, Michigan Tech enrolls a large number of international graduate students who want to make a difference.
How to Apply
We encourage you to use our online application for quicker access to tracking your application status. A paper application is also available for your convenience. Submission of either form is free.
International Applicants need to submit the following documents to complete their application:
- Official transcripts—sealed and translated
- Two letters of recommendations (Form)
- Statement of purpose (What is it?)
- Certification of Finances: Certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20) will be authorized when this form is satisfactorily completed and proof that adequate funds are guaranteed for the student's educational needs.
- English proficiency examination: Applicants whose native language is not English must supply results of an English proficiency examination.
Your statement of purpose should:
- Demonstrate your passion for and knowledge of your intended plan of study using the language of the field
- Articulate how a graduate degree will help you achieve your future career and research goals
- Describe your research, enterprise, professional, publication, and/or presentation experience
We encourage you to review the research interests of Michigan Tech faculty before writing your statement of purpose.
Students who hold citizenship from, and attended post-secondary school in, any of the following "primary language is English" countries, do not need to provide proof of English proficiency.
- Antigua
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Canada (excluding the Quebec region)
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Jamaica
- Kenya
- Liberia
- Montserrat
- New Zealand
- Sierra Leone
- St. Kitts and Nevis
- St. Lucia
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- United Kingdom (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales)
- Virgin Islands (St. Croix, St. John, St. Thomas)
Please check program pages for additional admission requirements and deadlines.
Application Deadline
The Graduate School encourages international students to apply at least a semester in advance of your projected admission to improve your chances of receiving funding. This deadline also allows adequate time for student visa interviews.
- Preparing for a (F-1) Visa Interview
Track the Status of your Application
When your initial application is received by the Graduate School, you will be sent a confirming e-mail with instructions for logging into your web portal. You may check the status of your application at any time via the web portal (Husky Hub).