Office of Admissions

Chemistry, MA

Step 1:
Submit to the University:

California State University application electronically at CSUMentor along with the $55 application fee.

Step 2:
Submit to SDSU Graduate Admissions:

1. Official transcripts (in sealed envelopes) from all postsecondary institutions attended
   Note:
   • Please do not send transcripts before submitting the CSUMentor application as this may result in processing delays.
   • Students who attended SDSU need only submit transcripts for work completed since last attendance
   • Students with international coursework must submit both the official transcript and proof of degree. If documents are in a language other than English, they must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
2. GRE scores (www.ets.org, SDSU Institution Code 4682)
3. TOEFL score, if medium of instruction was in a language other than English (www.ets.org, SDSU Institution Code 4682)

Step 3:
Submit to the Department:

1. Three letters of recommendation from people who can comment in a meaningful way on your academic and research abilities
2. Personal statement, including your goals and motivation for graduate study
3. Application for Teaching Associate position (if desired)

Fall Deadline
Domestic Applicants: May 1
International Applicants: May 1

Spring Deadline
Domestic Applicants: November 1
International Applicants: October 1