TOEFL English Proficiency Test Scores are also required, in addition to Standardized Test scores. The TOEFL and IELTS are officially accepted. The English proficiency test requirement may be waived for students who earned a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university. Requirements TOEFL = 94+ (IBT), 587 (PBT) IELTS = 6.5+ IELTS An acceptable IELTS score is bandwidth 7. GRE GRE Requirements Verbal = mid-150s+ Quantitative = mid-140s+ Writing = 4.0+ GRE Waiver Policy Rutgers School of Communication and Information will grant a GRE waiver to applicants meeting one or more of these requirements: A GPA above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (from a U.S. institution) A completed advanced or master’s degree Applicants may submit GMAT, MCAT and LSAT scores in place of GRE scores. GMAT Applicants may submit GMAT, MCAT and LSAT scores in place of GRE scores.

PS A Personal Statement is required as part of the admissions process. In approximately 750 words, state interests and career aspirations in pursuing the Master of Information degree. GPA Overall cumulative grade point average of 3.0 is typically the minimum requirement though applicants with lower GPAs are encouraged to apply and should discuss their GPA and undergraduate learning experiences in the Personal Statement. CV A resume describing employment history, academic honors, scholastic recognition, publications, leadership roles and/or other academic, professional and community activities. Fee $70 nonrefundable application fee RL Two letters are required. Letters of recommendation should focus on academic capacity (e.g., problem solving, thinking, analytical, and reflective skills) to undertake a rigorous program of graduate study, rather than on workplace efficiency and character traits. The recommender’s relationship to the student must be established in the letter of recommendation. Personal friends, clergy, and family members are not appropriate recommenders. Be prepared to supply names and email addresses for all recommenders during the online application process. Transcript Send transcripts to: The Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey 56 College Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901