TOEFL Provide official scores for either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam. The test must be taken no more than two years before the intended quarter of entry. For the TOEFL, applicants must score 600 or higher on the paper-based test or 100 or higher on the internet based test. SPS's institutional code for the TOEFL is 9019. IELTS For the IELTS exam, applicants must receive a score of 7.0 or higher. GRE The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required, although strong scores bolster an application.

PS Statement of purpose CV Current résumé or curriculum vitae Fee Submit a nonrefundable application fee of $75 RL Two letters of recommendation focusing on academic achievement and ability Transcript One sealed copy of official transcripts from ALL previously attended colleges and universities. Official transcripts must arrive in our office in the original sealed envelope issued by the institution. All electronic transcripts should be sent to spsadmissions@northwestern.edu. Please note transcripts are not accepted by fax or email. Applicants with international transcripts must request an official course-by-course evaluation of transcripts from a NACES member such as WES or ECE. A course-by-course evaluation will translate courses, degrees and grades to U.S. equivalency. Transcript mailing address: MA/MFA Graduate Admissions Northwestern University School of Professional Studies Wieboldt Hall, Sixth floor 339 E. Chicago Ave. Chicago, Illinois 60611-3008