TOEFL All non-native English speakers must demonstrate English proficiency by submitting official test scores for either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS academic). To be considered official, test scores must be reported directly from the testing agency to Ohio University. Minimum TOEFL-iBT 80. IELTS 6.5 minimum across all bands. IELTS All non-native English speakers must demonstrate English proficiency by submitting official test scores for either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS academic). To be considered official, test scores must be reported directly from the testing agency to Ohio University. Minimum TOEFL-iBT 80. IELTS 6.5 minimum across all bands. GRE Graduate Record Examination (GRE) required.

PS Statement of purpose (approximately 500 words). This should explain the applicant's reasons for seeking admission to the Ph.D. program and what he or she hopes to study. Try to be as specific as possible. The department does not expect that applicants propose a precise dissertation topic, but in making decisions on admission they do look to ensure that a student's interests can be well-served by history course offerings and faculty expertise. Please do not hesitate to be in touch with any faculty member with whom you think you might like to study. GPA Minimum GPA of 3.0. The department expects that an applicant's GPA in his or her M.A. program will be significantly higher. Fee First Ohio University Graduate Application for International - degree-seeking： $55 USD RL Three letters of recommendation are required. Transcript You must submit one transcript from each post-secondary institution attended, regardless of whether or not a degree was earned or the credits are reflected on a separate transcript as transfer credit. If documents are not in English, also provide a certified English translation of each document. Translations certified by the degree granting university are considered official. Third party translations are not considered official. Failure to provide all academic documents will result in delays in processing your application materials. Please upload copies of academic transcripts (and diploma/degree certification, if applicable) with your application. If you have previously attended or are currently attending Ohio University, you must indicate this on your applciation. Your OHIO transcripts will be obtained by the Graduate College on your behalf.