Apply for a Graduate Degree Program

Deadlines

Domestic Students

The Graduate School recommends applying six months prior to the start of the semester in which you plan to begin your studies.

• Fall Semester – August 1
• Spring Semester – January 6
• Summer Semester – May 1

International Students

The Graduate School recommends applying six months prior to the start of the semester in which you plan to begin your studies. The CoB recommends applying no later than the following dates:

• Fall Semester – June 15
• Spring Semester – October 15

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s Degree – A minimum of a four-year U.S. bachelor's degree or international equivalent from an accredited institution. Some programs may require additional or specific degree requirements.
• Grades – Minimum 2.75 GPA, on a 4-point scale.
• Resume
• Letter of Intent/Statement of Purpose
• Transcripts – Submit official transcripts from all previous institutions.
  • International transcripts and degrees – Beginning for Fall 2024 admission, official transcripts of all college level work completed outside of the U.S. must be sent to a NACES credential evaluation service for evaluation. The transcript evaluation must be a course-by-course evaluation that identifies and describes each diploma or certificate with periods of education and equivalency of each document.
• Proof of English Language Proficiency (for non-native English speakers)– For acceptable documentation please see, English Language Proficiency Requirements.

How to Apply

1. Create your application portal account (Remember to check your spam/junk email folder for your account password confirmation email).
2. An applicant may submit multiple electronic applications to be considered for more than one area of study. In these instances, a separate electronic application will be required for each concentration.
3. While students can upload unofficial transcripts, recommendation letters, a statement of purpose, resume, etc. through the online application, official transcripts and test scores must be sent electronically to or mailed directly to:
   
   
   The University of Akron
   Office of Admissions
   Simmons Hall 109
   Akron, OH 44325-2001 admissions@uakron.edu
   
   
   If you have corrections to the information you have submitted on your graduate application (particularly your email address), please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@uakron.edu.
4. International students, please direct questions about immigration to our International Center at immigration@uakron.edu.