Graduate Certificate Admission Information

Graduate Certificate

This form is necessary for all applicants to Graduate Certificate in International Studies Program at Oklahoma State University. Admission will also require that an applicant first be admitted to the OSU Graduate College. As a result, two application forms may be required, one for the OSU Graduate College and one for the Certificate 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. If you are currently enrolled in an OSU Graduate Program, you do not have to reapply to the Graduate College. Your application package for the Certificate Program should include:

Graduate Certificate in International Studies Application Form

The “OSU Graduate Certificate in International Studies Program Application” form requests information regarding your personal history, academic preparation, and work experience. Please 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. 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 do not have to fulfill a second language requirement, but it is highly recommended. Recommendations Please list the individuals whose completed recommendation forms you are enclosing with your Certificate 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 Certificate aid you in achieving these goals?
• What personal strengths will help you attain your goals?
• What personal challenges do you face to attain your goals?

Professional Resume

Certificate 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

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 Certificate Program application materials.

Submitting Your Certificate Program 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
• Graduate Certificate Application Form

Remember if you are not currently enrolled in the Graduate College at OSU you must also send in the Graduate College Application with all of its requirements to the Graduate College (Must include the $40 application fee). 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 Certificate Program or the application process, please contact: