TOEFL TOEFL minimum score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), 80 (internet-based) OR IELTS IELTS minimum score of 6.6 OR GRE Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (with cumulative quantitative and verbal scores of 1000 or better or 297 or better if new GRE test is taken). 

PS A purpose statement is required as part of the on-line application. An additional writing sample is optional. Both are loaded through the on-line application system. A 1-2 page statement with standard formatting (single-spaced, 1 inch margins, Times New Roman, font size 12) is recommended. GPA A cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or better, on a 4.0 scale. Fee The application fee is $50US for U.S. citizens and permanent residents and $70US for all other applicants. RL Three letters of recommendation from teacher, employers, or fellow professionals. These letters are loaded into the on-line system by the letter writers. The on-line system has IT support that should be used if letter writers have trouble with the on-line system. Transcript Official transcript is submitted to the Graduate School through an on-line system at gradapply. If you are an LSU student, you do not need to send your transcripts to us. If you transferred to LSU before graduating, you do not need to send transcripts from your previous schools.