TOEFL A minimum TOEFL score (from a test date within two years) of: 550 for paper-based testing (p-BT) or 80 internet-based testing (i-BT) IELTS A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall band GRE A GRE Verbal Reasoning score of at least 146

PS Personal Statement (submitted as part of the ApplyTexas application or sent directly to the department) GPA The department does not have minimum test scores or GPA requirements for admission. All applications are weighed against the others, so your odds of acceptance are based upon how the strength of your fellow applicants. Additionally, weakness in one area of consideration (e.g. GRE scores or grades) can be offset by strength in another area (e.g. publications or research experience). CV Resume or CV is required. Fee Applications for Fall 2018 require a fee of $50 for domestic students and $90 for International students. RL At least three letters of recommendation (submitted through AIS or by postal only) Transcript Transcript – for consideration purposes, we will accept unofficial transcripts. However, please note that if you receive and accept an offer, the Office of Admissions will need an official copy of your final transcript. If your official scores and grades do not match any unofficial copies that you submitted (excluding current courses), your application will be subject to rejection and any offers will be rescinded. Transcripts that are not written in English must be accompanied by a certified translation