Apply Now - Instructions (page 2 of 3)
Angelo State University strives to admit students to graduate study who show promise of succeeding in a rigorous academic environment. This promise is generally demonstrated through superior academic performance, as measured by undergraduate grade point average (GPA) and standardized test scores (e.g., GRE, or GMAT).
Admission as either a degree-seeking or as a non-degree student is granted by the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies upon the recommendation of the department of proposed study. Only students who have submitted completed applications will normally be considered for admission.
A completed application consists of the following:
A. Graduate Application for Admission form
B. $40.00 application fee (nonrefundable); $50 (US Currency) International Applicants
C. Official Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score for all programs except MBA or Official Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score if the applicant is applying to a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. To be considered official, GRE/GMAT scores must be mailed directly to the ASU Graduate School from the Educational Testing Service.
D. Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended (except Angelo State University). To be considered official, the transcript must be mailed from the issuing university's registrar's office directly to the ASU College of Graduate Studies. Transcripts that are hand carried or mailed by the student will not be accepted as official, but may be used for evaluation purposes.
Transcripts must include certification of a completed baccalaureate or higher degree from a college or university with substantially similar degree requirements as Angelo State University (except applicants to the RN-MSN program, for whom admission is possible after completing at least 90 undergraduate semester hours). International students must also include official scores from the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Academic Module - taken within the last two years, and the international student application forms. The minimum TOEFL score is 550, with at least 55 on each of the three parts (paper and pencil test) or 213, with at least 17 on each of the three parts (computer- based test) for all programs except Physical Therapy, which requires a 600 (paper and pencil test) or 250 (computer-based test). The minimum IELTS score is 7.
E. (Degree seeking students only) An essay of no more than 500 words (typed in 12- point type with one inch margins) which describes your educational plans, career objectives, commitment to your particular field of study, any research experience, your view of research and possible research interests, and personal goals. The essay may also address any of the following factors which are qualities that will be acknowledged in the admission process:
- socioeconomic history
- family background (including level of educational attainment)
- personal talents, leadership capabilities, community service
F. (Non-degree seeking students only) Statement of Purpose.
The process for determining admission is as follows:
The completed application is sent to the department of proposed study for an admission recommendation. The department looks at the following factors:- Completion of the undergraduate prerequisites for the intended program.
- The applicant's previous academic record, which may include overall GPA, last 60 hour GPA, GPA in the major or in the prerequisite courses, and/or GPA in any relevant graduate work. GPAs are computed on all course work taken including all grades on repeated courses.
- The applicant's GRE/GMAT test score.
- The essay.
- Other criteria, as defined by the program
Degree seeking applicants who submit a satisfactory essay, have at least a 2.5 overall undergraduate GPA or 3.0 in the last 60 semester hours, and who meet the program's formula (and in some programs, additional criteria) will normally be awarded Regular Admission, resources permitting.
Degree seeking applicants who fall slightly below the formula or GPA standards will be considered for Provisional Admission based on factors from the essay. If the department of proposed study deems the applicant shows promise of succeeding in the program, based on these additional factors, Provisional Admission, with conditions, may be granted. No applicant who has a cumulative grade point average below 2.00 (computed from all undergraduate grades, including multiple grades for courses taken more than once) will be granted admission, whether Regular or Provisional.
Applicants who have not completed all prerequisites may be required to complete them before being considered for admission. In some programs, applicants may be admitted if they lack some prerequisites, but will be required to make up these undergraduate courses (leveling work) within the first year of their graduate enrollment.
International students should not leave their home country before gaining admission to the College of Graduate Studies at Angelo State University. International students must be able to prove that they can pay the full costs of their tuition and residency in the United States before they will be able to obtain a student visa.
Only written notice from the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies constitutes approval of admission. These admission criteria are consistent with H.B. 1641 relating to graduate student admission.
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