How to apply

To fulfill the admission requirements, you need to provide:

A U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an institutionally accredited college or university.
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or higher) in your last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
English proficiency test scores if English is not your native language.
- Please submit a TOEFL internet-based score of at least 100, an IELTS score of at least 7, a Pearson Test of English score of at least 66, a Cambridge C1 Advanced score of at least 190 or a Duolingo English Test score of at least 115.

To start classes in	Apply by	Classes begin
Fall	March 31	August
Spring	Aug. 31	January

Gather Your Papers

Applying will be easier and faster if you gather these required documents beforehand:

Transcripts of all previous college or university education. Upload unofficial transcripts in your online application. If you are accepted, you will be asked to provide official transcripts.
Resume or CV.
Complete the Personal Data Sheet. The Personal Data Sheet includes pertinent biographical information and professional experience.
Statement of purpose describing your academic and career background and goals.
Two letters of recommendation. In the online application, you will need to supply names and contact details of two people who can attest to your professional competence, academic preparation and potential for graduate work. One letter should be from a college or university professor who can discuss your academic abilities, and one should be from an administrator or colleague who can describe authoritatively your professional experience and potential. If your GPA is below 3.0 or you are an international student (have an international transcript), three letters are required. The Graduate School will contact your references with instructions regarding the letters.
TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, C1 Advance or Duolingo score reports for applicants whose native language is not English. For information on sending test scores, visit the Grad School website.
Please feel free to submit any other materials that you feel would give a clearer picture of your qualifications.

Carefully follow the instructions on the application site.

Application fee waiver questions: Contact MU Graduate Admissions with questions via 573-882-6311 or 1-800-877-6312 or via email at gradadmin@missouri.edu

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