Master's Degree Admission Information

Master's Degree

Admission to the Master of Science in International Studies (IS) Program at Oklahoma State University (OSU) requires that an applicant first be admitted to the OSU Graduate College. As a result, two application forms are required, one for the OSU Graduate College and one for the IS Program. Because two different offices use the application forms, it is essential that you complete both forms. The Graduate College form and instructions are provided as a separate document. Your application package for the IS Program should include:

Master of Science in International Studies Degree Application Form

Master's Degree Application Form (PDF)*

The “OSU Master of Science in International Studies Application” form requests information regarding your personal history, academic preparation, and work experience. Type or print all information on these forms. Also, please be certain that you read the statement and sign your name at the end of this application form. Special instructions for some of the sections are listed below: Academic Performance Information provided should be consistent with the Official transcripts submitted to the Graduate College. In addition to submitting the completed application package, you are required to take either the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). Minimum scores are GMAT 500 and GRE 50%. The OSU Graduate College must receive an official copy of your GMAT or GRE results from the Educational Testing Service (ETS). To make sure the test results are routed correctly, put the following codes on the test forms.

  • GMAT: the university code for OSU is 6546, the department code is under “Other Fields” listed as Interdisciplinary Program-5101
  • GRE: the university code for OSU is R6546, the department code is under “Other Fields” listed as Interdisciplinary Program-5101

For inquiries concerning testing arrangements, prices and results, please contact: Graduate Management Admission Test Educational Testing Service Educational Testing Service P.O. Box 6103 Princeton, NJ 08541-6103 Phone: 609-771-7330 E-mail: gmat@ets.org Website: http://www.gmat.org

Graduate Record Exam Educational Testing Service P.O. Box 6000 Princeton, NJ 08541-6000 Phone: 609-771-7670 E-mail: gre-info@ets.org Website: http://www.gre.org * Both exams are available in a computerized format at the Sylvan Technology Centers in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and many other major U.S. cities. Sylvan offers the exam several weeks out of each month. To register, contact Sylvan at 1-800-967-1100.

Language Requirement

Nonnative English Speakers must score 550(213 on the Computer-based)or better on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) to be admitted by the Graduate College into any OSU graduate program.

Native English Speakers must fulfill one of the following prior to receiving the Master’s Degree in International Studies. They may either complete

  • 15 semester hours of a second language (or)
  • five semester hours of intermediate or advanced modern foreign language courses.(or)
  • obtain an Intermediate level rating on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI).

Recommendations: Please list the individuals whose completed recommendation forms you are enclosing with your IS application.

Signature: Be sure to sign and date this section. We cannot process your application without your signature.

Statement of Qualifications, Goals, and Objectives

Please prepare a one-page, typewritten, double-spaced essay that includes responses to the following:

  • What are your career goals?
  • How will an International Studies degree aid you in achieving these goals? (Please address the focus area you tentatively plan to specialize in.)
  • What personal strengths will help you attain your goals?
  • What personal challenges do you face to attain your goals?

Professional Resume

Degree candidates are required to submit a one-page professional resume. It must include a history of your higher education and employment.

Transcript

A copy of your academic transcript from each University you have attended. (This need not be an official transcript. The Graduate College requires 2 official transcripts in its application package.)

Written Evaluations from Three Recommenders

Master's Degree Recommendation Sheet (PDF)*

Meaningful evaluations are those submitted by individuals who are or have been directly responsible for evaluating your academic and/or professional performance and potential. (Academic references are preferred.) You should provide each recommender with one evaluation form. Remember to sign the confidentiality waiver at the top of each form before giving it to them. Recommenders should seal the completed form in an envelope, then sign across the envelope seal and return the sealed recommendation to you. Please send all three evaluations unopened with your IS application materials.

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Submitting Your IS Master’s Application Package

Please mail the following in one envelope to: School of International Studies Graduate Programs, 204 Wes Watkins Center, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078-7064.

  • Three Recommendations
  • Statement of Qualifications, Goals & Objectives
  • Professional Resume
  • Transcripts
  • IS Master’s Application Form

Remember you must also send in the Graduate College Application with all of its requirements to the Graduate College (Must include the application fee: $40 for domestic students/$75 for international students). All application materials and supporting documents become the confidential property of Oklahoma State University and will not be returned.

Application Deadlines:

  • Fall Admission - March 1
  • Spring Admission - October 1

For Additional Information

We welcome your interest in the OSU School of International Studies. Should you have questions concerning the IS Program or the application process, please contact:

School of International Studies Graduate Programs
204 Wes Watkins Center
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK 74078-7064
Phone: 405-744-7693 or 1-877-237-6161 / Fax 405-744-8973
E-mail: i-study@okstate.edu