Eligibility
An undergraduate degree is required to apply for the MUP program, but no specific major is required. Applicants are accepted from a range of disciplines. Most successful applicants have demonstrated experience and interest in the field through internships, community service, extra-curriculars, and/or professional experience.
Transcripts from Prior Institutions
Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities from which you have earned credit or have received a degree and should include your name, the school name, degree, major, degree date if awarded, and a semester-by-semester course breakdown with corresponding grades. Transcripts not in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. All transcripts must be uploaded directly into the application.
Letters of Recommendation
Applicants are required to obtain three letters of recommendation, ideally at least two from college or university instructors. If you have been out of school for several years, you may request letters from employers or other persons in a position to evaluate your professional abilities and academic potential.
Essays
Applicants must submit responses to both the general GSD community essay and any required program-specific essays. Essay prompts vary by program and are only available in the graduate application.
Portfolio
Submitting a portfolio or work sample is optional for MUP applicants. Examples of work that applicants might share in a portfolio include essays, reports, and more traditional portfolios. Most MUP applicants do not submit a portfolio. We like to say that if you have a portfolio, submit one, but if not, there is no need to create one.
Resume
Upload a resume or CV that includes full and part-time employment, education, fellowships, extra-curricular university activities, community service, honors, awards, professional registration and societies, publications, avocations, hobbies, and travel. If you served in the military, indicate rank on entry and rank on separation. Please provide a complete employment and educational history, including information about any gaps. While brevity is valued, please do not feel limited to one page.
GRE
Official GRE scores are required to be sent directly from ETS to the GSD by the application deadline. The GSD does not have a minimum GRE score.
TOEFL
International students, except those with citizenship from a country where English is the native language, must take the TOEFL test and submit official scores to the GSD. Official TOEFL scores are due by the application deadline. Appropriate English proficiency is incredibly important for success at the GSD, and so we encourage applicants to diligently prepare for the TOEFL to achieve your highest possible score.
Preferred Score
106 overall with a 26 in each section
Minimum Score
92 overall with a 23 in each section