TOEFL The Test of English as a Foreign Language or an equivalent examination is required of all graduates of institutions of other countries, with the exception of those whose degree was earned in an English-speaking country. The Graduate School requires the following minimum scores: 550 Paper-based TOEFL 79 Internet-based TOEFL (IBT) 82 MELAB 7.0 IELTS IELTS The Test of English as a Foreign Language or an equivalent examination is required of all graduates of institutions of other countries, with the exception of those whose degree was earned in an English-speaking country. The Graduate School requires the following minimum scores: 550 Paper-based TOEFL 79 Internet-based TOEFL (IBT) 82 MELAB 7.0 IELTS GRE The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required of all applicants who are graduates of North American institutions. Students should strive to do as well as possible in all parts of the examination, since strength of GRE scores is considered an important factor for admission.

PS Statement of intent (1 to 2 pages) GPA A cumulative point-hour ration of 3.0 or above (or its equivalent from foreign institutions) is required for work done as an undergraduate. A cumulative point-hour ratio of 3.3 (or its equivalent from foreign institutions) is required for work done at the graduate level. CV Curriculum vitae or resume (1 to 2 pages) Fee A non-refundable application fee of $60 for domestic applicants and $70 for international applicants is required. RL Three letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation may be submitted online OR mailed on the recommenders' original letterhead stationery, accompanied by completed Ohio State Reference Form Transcript Official transcripts for each college or university attended