TOEFL We require an official copy of your TOEFL or IELTS scores if your native language is not English or if you have not completed more than one year of study in a U.S. college or university within the last five years. TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for two years only. Applicants whose total score on the four-part TOEFL falls below 90 (or IELTS falls below 7) will not normally be admitted unless other demonstrable evidence of proficiency in English is available. IELTS We require an official copy of your TOEFL or IELTS scores if your native language is not English or if you have not completed more than one year of study in a U.S. college or university within the last five years. TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for two years only. Applicants whose total score on the four-part TOEFL falls below 90 (or IELTS falls below 7) will not normally be admitted unless other demonstrable evidence of proficiency in English is available. GRE All applicants must submit OFFICIAL (no copies) GRE scores to include the Subject Test in Chemistry. GRE scores are only valid for five years.

PS A statement of some kind is a required component of nearly every application. The expectations for this differ between fields, so it is critical to read the instructions carefully. Your statement should usually address your past work, preparation for the intended field of study, relevant background and interests, academic plans, and career goals. It should be used to describe your reasons for applying to the particular department or program. This statement may assist the admissions committee in evaluating your preparation for graduate study, and help them understand your academic and professional experience, training, and interests beyond what is apparent from your transcripts, as well the specific fit between you and the department. In some cases this will be separate from a statement regarding your research or academic interests. GPA When indicating GPA on your application, DO NOT CONVERT to U.S. scale of 4.0. For systems (i.e., China.) that give grades as a percentage, it is the percentage that MUST be indicated under the GPA sections. Applications will not be considered if an estimated GPA is reported where the transcript indicates a percentage. CV Update your resume or CV. Fee The Application Fee ($90) must be submitted. RL Two letters of recommendation from faculty at the graduate institution they are leaving.One of these two letters should be from the research sponsor if the student has already begun research. Transcript For most programs, you will need to scan and upload a copy of your transcripts for every college or university you have attended, including the page(s) which provides details on the grading criteria and other information. If you are currently enrolled in school, you should upload a current transcript available at the time the application is ready to be submitted. Once fall term grades are posted to your record, you should upload a revised transcript.Applicants who have attended international institutions whose transcripts are in a language other than English must submit those transcripts or certified attestations of study along with certified English translations. Both the original transcript and the certified translations should be uploaded to your online application.Admitted students will need to submit an official copy of final transcripts before they can enroll. Note: any discrepancy between your personal copy and the official, final copies may be grounds for rescinding an offer of admission.