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Degree-Seeking Applicants<\/h1>\n
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Thank you for your interest in graduate studies at Purdue University! Applying is simple and streamlined; you can apply to up to two different campuses or majors using a single application and fee. Whether you’re pursuing a doctoral, master\u2019s, or educational specialist degree, the steps below will guide you through the application process and help you prepare the necessary documents to support your application.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Explore graduate programs<\/a> and admissions requirements<\/a>.<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Explore graduate program degree offerings and the associated application deadlines and admissions requirements for your program of interest.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Create an Application Account<\/a><\/span> to start your application.<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

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Upload transcripts and\/or diplomas for every institution of higher education you attended. Review your current\/previous academic institution\u2019s country for a listing of required admission documents<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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prepare additional documentation.<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Prepare any additional documents based on your desired graduate program, including documentation for a 2nd choice graduate program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Submit results of tests (if required) for your graduate program (examples include GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, IETLS).   International students:  Review English proficiency requirements<\/a> as you may be required to submit proof of English proficiency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Enter Recommendation Provider<\/a> names.<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

The number of recommendations required varies by program, so be sure to check the admissions requirements<\/a>.  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.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Prepare for Graduate Studies<\/p>\n

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Admission Requirements<\/p>\n

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Office of Graduate Admissions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Ernest C. Young Hall, Room 170
155 S. Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2114
Email address: gradinfo@purdue.edu<\/a>
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