Graduate School Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for admission to the Graduate School as a degree- or certificate-seeking student, the applicant must be:
- the recipient of a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution (graduates of a 3-year bachelor's program may be required to take additional courses prior to beginning graduate studies);
- adequately prepared for advanced study in the chosen field of specialization as demonstrated by the previous program of study and the scholastic record; and
- recommended for admission by the head of the program or concentration.
Graduate School Admission Requirements
All eligible students must submit to the Graduate School:
- Application (Online or Paper)
- Official Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose (including specific Areas of Interest)
- Letters of Recommendation
Students can view all of their required documents (including additional program-required documents) and track the status of their application(s) on their personalized MyMichiganTech website after they have applied. In addition, students can upload any missing documents, request electronic letters of recommendation, and verify their contact information on their MyMichiganTech website.
International Student-Visa Requirement
International applicants whose native language is not English must supply results of an English proficiency examination. Usually, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is submitted.
Please have official scores sent directly to Michigan Tech by using our school code number: 1464.
An I-20 or DS-2019 will be authorized by Michigan Tech once the student has been accepted to a degree program and a Certification of Finances Form and official supporting documents (copies are not accepted) have been submitted to the Graduate School.
Application Fee
There is no cost to apply to the Graduate School whether you choose to complete an online or paper application.
Additional Program Requirements
Programs may require additional material be submitted to the Graduate School. Programs typically will not review an application until all of the required materials have been submitted to the Graduate School. Students can track the status of their application and upload any missing documents on their MyMichiganTech website.
Admissions Tests
The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required or encouraged by most graduate programs.
The GMAT is required for admission into the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.
Please have official scores sent directly to Michigan Tech by using our school code number: 1464.
Deadlines
It is recommended by the Graduate School that you apply at least a semester in advance of your projected admission to improve your chances of receiving funding. See program pages for individual program deadlines.