Applying to the School of Graduate Studies is easy. You can apply for graduate degree programs (master’s, educational specialist, and doctoral), non-degree programs (certificates, licensure, license renewal, transition to teaching, and workshops) as well as permission to take graduate courses as an Indiana State senior or guest in the following three ways:

1. Apply online: You can apply and pay the admission application fee instantly online by going to the School of Graduate Studies website. Apply Now.


2. Apply by mail: You may request and submit a print (hard) copy of the admission application by contacting:

School of Graduate Studies
Indiana State University,
Tirey Hall Room 183,
Terre Haute, IN 47809 U.S.A.
Telephone 812-237-3005
Toll-free at 800-444-GRAD (4723)
 

3. Apply in person: You can apply in person by visiting the School of Graduate Studies, located in Tirey Hall, Room 183 and completing the application. The telephone numbers are 812-237-3005 or toll-free at 800-444-GRAD (4723).

Academic Departments may have early deadlines and may require additional application materials. Please check with the specific academic department or visit our website's Admission Requirements Page for a detailed listing of deadlines and supplemental admission material requirements. We are committed to processing your application in a fast and courteous manner, and will be happy to assist you in the application process. Normally you will receive a response acknowledging receipt of your application and other communication from the School of Graduate Studies within one-to-two weeks upon receipt of your application. Once admitted, you will receive correspondence and instructions regarding academic advisement and registration. Please note that all application credentials become the property of Indiana State University and are not returned to the student. 

1. Fill out the application form completely. It is very important that the applicant's home address and telephone number be included.
   
2. A check or money order for U.S. $35.00 exactly must accompany the application form. Applications/documents will not be processed prior to receipt of the $35.00 fee. All applications, even from students who have previously applied to ISU, must be accompanied by the $35.00 fee.
   
3. If you have applied online, sign and mail the Signature Form to the School of Graduate Studies.
   
4. Official transcripts of prospective students' academic record must be submitted to our office. Official transcripts should indicate the individual subjects studied and the grades for each. Transcripts must be sent directly from the college/university attended to ISU.
   
5. Ed.S and Ph.D. applicants must submit a statement of intent, a vita, GRE scores and three (3) letters of recommendation.
   
6. Academic Departments may have early deadlines and may require additional application materials. Please refer to the following link for details and check with the respective department.
   
7. Proof of Permanent Residency or proof of acquired U.S. citizenship if you are not a U.S. citizen by birth is required.

   1.  Fill out the application form completely. It is very important that the applicant's         home address and telephone number be included.

2. A check or money order for U.S. $35.00 exactly must accompany the application form. Applications/documents will not be processed prior to receipt of the $35.00 fee. All applications, even from students who have previously applied to ISU, must be accompanied by the $35.00 fee. Guest Students are exempt from paying the application fee.
3. If you have applied online, sign and mail the Signature Form to the School of Graduate Studies.

   4.  Additional supporting documentation will need to be mailed into the School of         Graduate Studies. These will vary by the specific Non-degree Seeking Admission         Category:

• Library Media Services Licensure

• Educational Leadership Administrative License

• License Renewal or Professionalization

• Transition to Teaching Program

• Guest (Special) Admission

• ISU Certificate Programs

• Unclassified Admission

• ISU Senior Admission

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