The priority deadline to be considered for financial support is November 15. The final application deadline is February 1. The ESE Interdisciplinary Graduate Program typically admits students for a fall semester start. Exceptions for spring or summer admission are rare and considered on a case-by-case basis. If you wish to request an exception, please email ese@purdue.edu. 

• Review the Purdue University Graduate Program Application Process. 
• Open the OGSPS Electronic Application. 
• Click on Apply Now. 
• Create an account to begin applying to Interdisciplinary Ecological Sciences & Engineering. 
• Be sure to choose Interdisciplinary Ecological Sciences and Engineering as the primary program of interest – IESE. 
• Complete the application and submit all application materials. 
• Once all your application materials have been received, the complete application will be considered by the ESE Admissions Committee. 

• C.V. or Resume 
• Transcripts – The uploaded transcript and/or academic document may be from the official or unofficial version of the document.  An official transcript bears the original signature of the registrar and/or the original seal of the issuing institution. If your transcript is not in English, you must upload an English translation certified by the college or university.  An unofficial transcript printed from your current/previous institution(s) student system is not an acceptable document. Please do not mail a copy unless requested to do so by the ESE Office. 
• Three Recommendation Letters – All letters must be electronically uploaded by the recommenders, not emailed to the program. 
• Academic Statement of Purpose – The academic statement of purpose (300–500 words) should explain your goals for graduate study, why you’re interested in ESE at Purdue, your research interests, and your career plans. You may also include relevant background, research experience, awards, or publications. Be sure to specify your areas of interest within ecology, environmental science, or engineering, the type of project you hope to pursue, and whether you are applying for a non-thesis MS, thesis MS, or PhD. 
• Personal History Statement – The personal history statement gives reviewers insight into you as a whole person and future graduate student. You may include experiences such as community service, leadership, teamwork, or overcoming significant challenges. 
• International Student Applicants – English Proficiency must be submitted for international student applicants whose native language is not English to provide proof of English proficiency for admissions using TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo. Scores must be sent electronically through the ETS website using Purdue West Lafayette institution code 1631. International student applicants must upload to their application a completion of degree certificate for each BS and MS received electronically. 
• GRE – The GRE is only required for applicants considering partnering with an associated academic department that requires the GRE. Scores must be sent electronically through the ETS website using Purdue West Lafayette institution code 1631. 

Priority consideration for fellowship and assistantship funding is given to applicants who submit a completed application before the November 15 priority date. Support options include assistantships, fellowships, grants, scholarships, and financial aid. Students pursuing non-thesis masters are responsible for their own tuition and fees. 

Graduate students admitted to the ESE program may be eligible for financial support through fellowships, teaching assistantships from their home department, or research assistantships funded by their major professor’s grants. Fellowships are awarded based on academic merit and may be offered through OGSPS or directly by faculty based on your application. Assistantships are highly competitive. After admission, the faculty may contact you directly regarding available positions. External fellowships are also encouraged, and students should seek out and apply for any opportunities for which they are eligible.