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Admissions FAQs

  • Can I complete part of the online application and finish it later?

    Yes, you can begin an online application and finish it later. The application will remember information you have previously entered and save it so you can finish it later. After signing in using the email address and password you provided when you created your sign-in account, click the ‘View Applications in Progress’ link from the main menu to edit your saved application. Once you have submitted your application, you will not be able to edit it again. 

  • Can supporting documents arrive after the deadline?

    The program may not review credentials submitted after its application deadline. In addition, some programs will not review your application unless all supporting materials are included.

    As a reminder, all credentials submitted in support of an application are the property of Oklahoma State University and cannot be returned.

  • I am reapplying. What do I need to do?

    Previous applicants who were not admitted to the Graduate College and applicants who declined a previous offer of admission must submit a new application, application fee, and supporting documents.

    Applicants seeking to change programs must submit a new application, the application fee, and supporting documents.

  • Can I change my submitted application to a different program and transfer the application fee to the new program?

    Unfortunately, no. You will need to submit a new application and an additional application fee to indicate your interest in the new program. If you decide not to continue with the original application, please contact our office via email or written letter to indicate that you wish to cancel it so that we may inform the program. This will prevent them from contacting you about completing an application you are no longer pursuing.

  • Can I substitute GMAT/MCAT/LSAT scores for the GRE?

    If a specific test is required, typically, other test scores cannot be substituted.

    Some graduate programs in the College of Education will accept the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) instead of a GRE score.

    The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program accepts the GMAT or the GRE.

    It is important that you contact the program about their admission requirements to determine if this test or other tests are required.

    Additionally, some programs require the GRE subject test. Please review the admissions requirements for the program that interests you.

  • How are multiple GRE scores treated?

    GRE scores are one of the many criteria used to evaluate an applicant. Different departments' practices may vary, but generally, the last reported test score is used. Keep in mind that the score report will include all scores from the tests taken within the last 5 years. 

  • I took the TOEFL, IELTS, or DET in the past. Do I have to take it again?

    The English proficiency examination must have been taken within the last two years. Students whose scores do not meet the admission cut-offs or are older than 2 years must retake the test.

    For additional information and the latest updates on the TOEFL, please visit http://www.ets.org/toefl

    For additional information and the latest updates on the IELTS, please visit http://www.ielts.org/

    For additional information and the latest updates on the DET, please  visit https://www.englishtest.duolingo.com/test_takers

  • My question is not answered- What do I do?

     If your question is not answered above and you want to contact the Graduate College, please call us at 405-744-6368 or email grad-i@okstate.edu. We will make every effort to respond as quickly as possible. Most emails are answered within 24 hours of receipt.