TOEFL Applicants whose major education has been in a language other than English must score 550 or higher (using the paper version) or 80 or higher (using the Internet version) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or 6.5 or better on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). IELTS Applicants whose major education has been in a language other than English must score 550 or higher (using the paper version) or 80 or higher (using the Internet version) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or 6.5 or better on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) GRE We use GRE as a floating criterion; the minimum varies from year to year. We expect higher GRE if GPA is near the minimum, and vice versa. The minimum required combined GRE score, based on the new GRE scale, will likely be around 305 and 3.5 for analytical writing.The admission criteria for students with Bachelor of Science degrees in CCEE and those with non-CCEE degrees are the same, primarily depending on GRE and GPA.If your scores are very good in Quantitative and Analytical parts, you may be admitted with the condition that you get a better score in the Verbal part. If after trying repeatedly you fail to do so, while getting good grades in your coursework, you may be asked to take a remedial Technical Writing class RWS 503. You must get a B or better grade in that class. GMAT Take the GMAT or the GRE and request that official scores be sent to SDSU. Keep in mind that it can take up to 20 days from when you take the exam for the University to receive your scores

PS Applicants are also required to provide a Statement of Purpose (SOP). The SOP must describe your goal(s) for the graduate study program, along with relevant background information and detailing the applicant should be admitted to the graduate program. The SOP should not exceed 500 words total. GPA The minimum GPA is 2.85 for US students, and 3.0 for international students. Fee All applicants to the program must first fill out an online application on Cal State Apply (calstate.edu/apply) and pay the required fee by the deadline set by SDSU Graduate Admissions Office. An SDSU RED ID Number will then be assigned which allows tracking of application status online. RL The applicant must also identify three professional individuals who know the applicant's scholastic abilities, relevant research activities/projects, or related work experience. These three individuals should be invited by the applicant to submit their professional reference letter through Interfolio Apply Now. Transcript After submitting the application, applicant should send official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. GRE (and if applicable, TOEFL) test scores should be sent directly from ETS (Institution Code: 4682). Official test scores and transcripts must be received by the deadline set by SDSDU Graduate Admissions Office.