TOEFL Applicants whose primary language is not English must submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A minimum score of 550 on the paper exam and 80 on the internet exam is required. Have TOEFL scores sent directly to AgChem Graduate Group. GRE It is highly recommended that applicants take the General GRE no later than December. These scores can be sent electronically to the Graduate Studies (Code: 0399) office or a photocopy of scores can be sent directly to the Graduate Group.

PS Keep the statement within the character limit (4000 characters) provided by the Office of Graduate Studies. Your statement should be clear, concise, and relevant. Do not let the Admissions Committee assume anything; be explicit in addressing the following: What in your background, history, training, and experiences (personal, professional, academic) have led you to pursue graduate training and a career in public health? What are you future career goals in public health (e.g., what health condition or population do you want to work with? What do you see as your contribution in public health)? Why do you need an MPH degree to meet your professional goals? Why UC Davis? GPA Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with at least a 3.0 grade-point average (GPA) on graduation. CV CV and/or résumé listing your experience and background in public health. Fee A graduate application fee of $105 (U.S. applicants) or $125 (international applicants) is required from all applicants. Applicants who choose to apply to more than one graduate program must pay an application fee for each program. The application fee is not refundable. Instructions for payment will appear when you submit your online application. RL Three academic or professional recommendations (in English) are required. Letters of recommendation are submitted electronically through the online application. Letter service letters are not accepted. There are no exceptions to the online submission rule. Transcript An official transcript is required from each college-level institution you attended including summer sessions, lower division, and graduate work. You will be instructed to upload scanned copies of your transcripts after you have submitted your online application.