Application Procedures

Applications are now COMPLETELY ONLINE through Graduate and International Admissions Center [GIAC].  Please follow the instructions very carefully.  It is the applicant's responsibility to make sure the proper materials are completed, properly uploaded, and submitted online through the GIAC website.  Failure to do so will significantly delay the review of your application.

Within 1–2 business day(s) after you submit your application, you will receive an email message from GIAC acknowledging that your application has been received. Your UT EID and temporary password will be included in this correspondence, as well as a link to the Online Admissions Status Check page. From this site you will be given the opportunity to upload a PDF copy of your OFFICIAL transcript, as well as Resume/CV, TA Application, Declaration of Intent, etc. (If you are offered admission, you will be asked to mail an official paper transcript for the institutions attended prior to enrolling.) Application materials consist of:

  • Application Form (online).
  • Application fee (nonrefundable). $65.00 for US applicants; $90.00 for International applicants.
  • Transcripts for each senior college attended. To be submitted online on the Online Admissions Status Check page, after submitting and paying for your application. Note: each transcript can be uploaded only once, so please make sure you have the correct and full version of each transcript before uploading.
  • Official GRE scores. To be submitted by ETS directly to GIAC.
  • Official TOEFL/IELTS scores (International applicants only).
  • Three letters of recommendation. Recommenders will by notified by email with instructions on how to upload their letters once you have submitted and paid for your application.
  • Statement of purpose. No longer than 3 pages double-spaced--to be submitted online as a part of the Application Form.
  • Curriculum vitae or resume. To be submitted online on the Online Admissions Status Check page, after submitting and paying for your application.
  • TA Application. To be submitted online on the Online Admissions Status Check page, after submitting and paying for your application.
  • Declaration of Intent. To be submitted online on the Online Admissions Status Check page, after submitting and paying for your application.
Last updated on November 8, 2012