Graduate Admission Policies and Procedures

Admission to the School of Graduate Studies is granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies upon recommendation of the department in which the applicant wishes to do major work. Students in combined baccalaureate and master's programs must follow standard procedures for admission to the School of Graduate Studies.

Admission is required before registration in any course for graduate credit. The complete application for admission, including supporting materials, should be received by the School of Graduate Studies at least four weeks before the beginning of the term in which the applicant plans to register. YSU admits graduate students for the fall, spring, and summer semesters.