Admission Requirements for Graduate Programs at Oregon State University

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Master of Arts in English, Graduate Student Resources

Admission requirements for the Master of Arts in English at Oregon State University:

1. Complete online application form.

2. Statement of objectives outlining research interests and how those interests align with faculty expertise.

3. Three letters of recommendation.

4. Writing sample demonstrating the best academic work and highlighting the ability to conduct scholarly research.

5. Unofficial transcripts of all previous academic work.

6. GRE scores are not required for the Master of Arts in English at Oregon State University.

MPP Admissions Requirements

Oregon State University offers admission to applicants whose records demonstrate the highest potential for graduate study and promise for substantial contribution to both their academic professions and to a diverse, global society.

Admission decisions are based on many factors, such as the quality of the applicant’s prior academic degree and record of accomplishment, statement of purpose, letters of recommendation from professors or others familiar with the applicant’s academic work, performance in aptitude and achievement tests, relevant work experience, preparation in the proposed field of study, and the connection of the applicant’s academic goals with the faculty’s research interests. The MPP Program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

The following minimum entrance requirements guide the university and its graduate programs in the consideration of applicants for graduate admission:

1. The GRE is now optional for applications

2. Domestic students are strongly encouraged to submit a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Student Aid Report.

3. Official course transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

4. Three letters of recommendation and recent resume. Reference letters and resumes should be submitted through the Graduate School application system.

5. Statement of purpose: The university have a very diverse and public service culture of collaboration in this program, which needs to be conveyed in the statement of purpose.

6. A four-year baccalaureate degree (or international equivalent), a professional degree (such as PharmB, BVsc, MBBS, MD, DVM, PharmD, etc.), or an appropriate U.S./Canadian alternative degree, from a regionally accredited (US) or recognized (International) college or university

7. with a cumulative B average (equivalent 3.00 on a U.S. 4.00 grading scale)

8. on the most recent baccalaureate degree or any subsequent graduate degree from a regionally accredited (US) or recognized (International) college or university, plus all work completed thereafter.

Data Analytics Graduate Degrees Programs Admissions

Application requirements for Data Analytics M.S. program at Oregon State University are:

1.Transcript.

2.Resume.

3.Three letters of recommendation.

4.Cover letter

5.For international students: Official TOEFL scores.

6.GRE or GMAT scores are not required for Data Analytics M.S. program at Oregon State University.

7.Non-refundable application fee is $75.

Materials Science (Ph.D., M.S.)

GRE scores are not required to apply for admission to Materials Science (Ph.D., M.S.) degree.

English language requirements for international applicants to this program are the same as the standard Graduate School requirements.Additional supplemental information is requested.