TOEFL Almost all international applicants must submit official test score results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Pearson Test of English (PTE-Academic). Test scores should be less than two years old. An applicant should submit the application within two years of the test date to ensure that the testing agency will be able to send an official score report. Students who are citizens of the following English-speaking countries, or who have graduated from an English-speaking university within these countries, are exempt from this requirement: Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, USA, and the United Kingdom. Please note that some departments (i.e., Politics) have strict guidelines and may require English proficiency scores from all international applicants. Please check with the department to which you are applying to see if it is a requirement. Minimum Score Requirements for English Proficiency Exam Minimum scores for each exam are: 600 (paper-based TOEFL) 250 (computer-based TOEFL) 100 (internet-based TOEFL) IELTS Almost all international applicants must submit official test score results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Pearson Test of English (PTE-Academic). Test scores should be less than two years old. An applicant should submit the application within two years of the test date to ensure that the testing agency will be able to send an official score report. Students who are citizens of the following English-speaking countries, or who have graduated from an English-speaking university within these countries, are exempt from this requirement: Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, USA, and the United Kingdom. Please note that some departments (i.e., Politics) have strict guidelines and may require English proficiency scores from all international applicants. Please check with the department to which you are applying to see if it is a requirement. Minimum Score Requirements for English Proficiency Exam7 (IELTS) GRE GRE General Test is required. GRE Subject Test (in Chemistry) is strongly recommended, but not required. Our GRE institution code is 3092 (please note: this institution code only applies to GRE scores)

PS A statement of purpose indicating your reasons for undertaking graduate study. In addition, please describe your qualifications for the academic program and your objectives in undertaking this program. Applicants to the doctoral program should clearly outline their research interests and how they would complement those of the faculty. Balancing student's research interests with those of the Brandeis faculty is a major factor in the admissions process. The application asks for the names of three or four faculty members with whom you are interested in working. If you are admitted, your choice of a research supervisor must be guided by the preferences that you express in your application. Applicants to the master's program should discuss their plans for their academic and professional career and how the Graduate School will help them attain their goals. CV A curriculum vitae (CV) or resumé; Fee Applying Electronically (preferred method)A $75 application fee is required of all students who apply online. You will be prompted to pay via credit card immediately after submitting your application. Applications will not be reviewed by the graduate admission committee until your fee has been received and processed.2.Applying via Hard-Copy/Paper ApplicationPlease note that we strongly prefer applications to be submitted electronically. A $75 application fee is required of all students that apply via hard-copy or paper. Once the information from your paper application has been entered into the application system, you will receive an e-mail from our office prompting you to pay the application fee. Applications will not be reviewed by the graduate admission committee until your fee has been received and processed. RL Two letters of recommendation, submitted electronically; Transcript Transcripts from all universities and colleges attended must be uploaded to your application; do not mail official transcripts to our office.