Graduate Information - Application Procedures
An applicant for admission must submit the following materials directly to the Graduate School, 5755 Stodder Hall, University of Maine, Orono, Maine 04469-5755.
- One electronically-submitted application or TWO completed, signed, and dated copies of the downloaded Application for Admission to the Graduate School.
- Two official transcripts from each institution attended, showing the grades earned in all of the applicant’s previous academic work (graduate and undergraduate) and degrees earned.
- Three letters of recommendation (on the Graduate School’s recommendation forms) from persons in a position to judge the applicant’s preparation for and ability to undertake graduate study. (Previous instructors or co-workers.) Letters should be forwarded directly from the writer to the Graduate School, and must be in duplicate.
- A non-refundable application fee.
- Official report of scores achieved on the GRE exam.
International students:
The School welcomes applications from graduates of institutions of higher education in other nations. Since the application process is often long and involved for prospective students from abroad, they are urged to begin the application process very early. A brochure entitled “Information for Prospective International Graduate Students,” giving detailed application information to international students, is available from the Graduate School.
In addition to the material required of all applicants, applicants from non-English speaking countries must furnish proof of their proficiency in English by submitting scores achieved on the Internet-based TOEFL (covering the areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking) administered by the Educational Testing Service. Arrangements for taking this examination should be made directly with the Educational Testing Service, Box 899, Princeton, New Jersey 08541.
E-mail: TOEFL@ets.org
Phone: 609-771-7100
Website: http://www.TOEFL.org
In some circumstances, TOEFL scores may be waived if the applicant has attended a U.S. college or university for a period of at least four years or has earned a degree from a U.S. university or college.
Health insurance is required of all international students and dependents residing in the U.S. Health insurance may be purchased through the University. Students with comparable insurance coverage must provide proof of acceptable coverage.
If an international student is admitted to a graduate program, he or she must show proof of sufficient funds to meet all expenses while studying in the United States. International students who are awarded Graduate Assistant-ships will meet this test through the funds they are paid for their assistantship.
Other relevant information can be obtained at the University of Maine’s Graduate School Website (see Prospective Students links).