Getting Started with Graduate Admission

Browse Our Programs

See our full list of graduate programs and learn more about the programs that interest you.

While reviewing each program’s requirements and degree plans, you can request more information from the College of Graduate Studies.

Apply for Admission and Check your Status

1. Complete the Graduate Application for Admission. 
   
   Review specific information about your application essay on your degree program page.
2. Request transcript from your undergraduate institution.
3. Check your admission status

Are you an international student? Then you need to meet these international graduate student admission requirements.

Research and Apply for Financial Aid

• Look into the Carr Academic Graduate Scholarship. If you meet the requirements, you’ll automatically be considered for the scholarship.
• Check with your academic program for any scholarships that are specific to your intended area of study.
• Check with the Scholarship Programs Office for information about additional graduate scholarships.
• Consider student employment and/or an assistantship.
• Contact the Office of Financial Aid to learn more about grants and loans.

Plan Your Classes

• Contact the graduate advisor for your academic program for guidance on class selection.
• Review the ASU Catalog for more information about your degree program.
• Search the Class Schedule to see the courses being offered during the semester you plan to enroll.
• You are strongly encouraged to register for the first and second eight week sessions simultaneously, before the first eight week session begins.