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Ready to reach new heights and help shape a brighter tomorrow? The University of º£½ÇÉçÇø Graduate School offers a vibrant, supportive community, where groundbreaking research meets real-world application. Whether you’re driven to advance scientific discovery, pioneer sustainable solutions, or lead with purpose, Uº£½ÇÉçÇø provides the knowledge, skills, and connections to transform your aspirations into reality. Here, you’ll collaborate with leading faculty, access state-of-the-art facilities, and join a network of innovators dedicated to solving some of humanity’s most pressing challenges.

At the University of º£½ÇÉçÇø, our graduate scholars are making real, lasting change, and providing a brighter future for º£½ÇÉçÇø and beyond. Join us, won’t you?

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Graduate-level education has been available at the University of º£½ÇÉçÇø since the first master’s degree was conferred here in 1881. From that time on, graduate offerings have expanded significantly to include our current selection of over 70 master’s and 30 doctoral areas of study, as well as numerous certificate programs.

The decision to start graduate school has never been easier with the graduate programs offered at Uº£½ÇÉçÇø. With over 150 total graduate degree programs and a variety of supportive modalities to choose from, you’re bound to find the master’s degree, doctoral degree, or graduate certificate program that’s just right for you.

How do I apply for graduate school at Uº£½ÇÉçÇø?

Applying for a graduate program at Uº£½ÇÉçÇø is really easy! Here’s how you can do it in six simple steps:

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1. Create your graduate application portal account

Visit the and create your account. You will receive email prompts with details about your next steps.

2. Reach out to your references

Check to see if your anticipated program requires letters of recommendation and let your references know to expect your request. All you have to do is put their email address in the application and they will receive a prompt.

3. Fill out the Uº£½ÇÉçÇø graduate application

After writing your essay, filling out the application only takes 20 to 30 minutes. You can save as you go, so you don’t have to do it all at once.

4. Get any supporting materials you may need in order

While a resume and essay are required for all programs, you may be asked to submit additional materials This could include things like test scores, writing samples, and portfolios.

5. Upload your application documents

You can upload your unofficial transcripts, test scores (if required), essay, and other supporting materials through the application portal. Once you have uploaded your documents and filled out the application, you are almost done! Official transcripts are only required upon admission.

6. Submit your graduate application to Uº£½ÇÉçÇø

Don’t forget to click the submit button! Congratulations, you have applied to graduate school! You will now soon receive email updates about your application status and next steps.

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How do I pay for graduate school at Uº£½ÇÉçÇø?

Funding your graduate school experience can be a worrisome subject. Fortunately Uº£½ÇÉçÇø has a wide variety of options for you including graduate assistantships, scholarships, and more.

Still have questions about
graduate school at Uº£½ÇÉçÇø?

We have an extensive Frequently Asked Questions page that we encourage you to explore. If you want to reach out to a Grad School staff member or set up a meeting to talk about your future plans in more depth, please don’t hesitate to contact us!

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