Non-Degree Applicants

Thank you for your interest in graduate education at Purdue University! Applying is easy! Whether it’s prerequisite coursework, standardized test score improvement, or a more competitive resume or portfolio, it’s essential to review your chosen program’s specific criteria beforehand. Contact the academic program directly to ensure you meet the non-degree-seeking application requirements.  You can apply for up to two different campuses and/or majors with a single application and fee payment.  The list below will assist you in applying for non-degree study. 

Application Steps

explore programs

Step 1:

Explore graduate programs and admissions requirements.

Look for an academic program that offers the courses you’re interested in. Make sure the program aligns with your goals, even if you’re not pursuing a full degree. Contact the academic program to ask if they accept non-degree-seeking students. Confirm whether you’d be allowed to enroll in the specific classes you want. Ask about the application process for non-degree students. Each program may have different steps, deadlines, or eligibility criteria.

create account

Step 2:

Create an Application Account to start your application.

upload academic docs

Step 3:

Provide evidence of a bachelor’s degree.

This may be in the form of a transcript, a copy of a diploma, or a letter from your college/university verifying the degree. Review your current/previous academic institution’s country for a listing of required admission documents.

upload statement

Step 4:

upload an Academic statement of purpose (if REQUIRED by the graduate program).

Be sure your academic statement of purpose is all-inclusive if applying to two graduate programs, and supports your suitability for all graduate programs listed on your application.

upload personal history

Step 5:

upload a Personal History Statement (if REQUIRED by the graduate program).

upload resume/cv

Step 6:

upload a Resume/CV (if REQUIRED by the graduate program).

submit test results

Step 7:

INTERNATIONAL students: submit Evidence of English proficiency If required.

recommendation providers

Step 8:

Enter Recommendation Provider names (if REQUIRED by the graduate program).

The number of recommendations required varies by program, so be sure to check the admissions requirements.  If applying to a second graduate program, the program with the highest number of required recommendation letters will determine the minimum number of letters to be submitted.  

sign application

Step 9:

Complete all acknowledgement questions and electronically sign your application.

submit

Step 10:

Submit your application.

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Contact Information

Office of Graduate Admissions

Ernest C. Young Hall, Room 170
155 S. Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2114
Email address: gradinfo@purdue.edu
Phone number: 765-494-2600

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