A transcript from all institutions attended, both undergraduate and graduate
An unofficial copy is sufficient for the review process, if you are recommended for admission by the Admissions Committee, you will be notified by the Graduate School that official/original transcripts/documents and their official English translation must be sent from the originating institutions for review by the Graduate School in order to finalize an admission decision. Notarized copies are not sufficient. This step is only required after the application has been reviewed and if the applicant is offered admission.
Current Penn State students do not need to upload transcripts.
Statement of Purpose (and r'sum if desired)
Write a brief essay of why you want to study in the McWhirter Graduate Program in Chemical Engineering at Penn State and your area(s) of interest.
The McWhirter Graduate Program strives to build an inclusive and equitable academic community to promote the advancement of students with diverse backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. Here you may describe any aspects of your life experience, cultural background, or education that give a more complete picture of you and your capabilities, or any participation in activities that are aligned with the Penn State Values.
Three letters of recommendation
The references you list in the online application will be given directions for submitting their letters.
We will accept letters by mail in a sealed and signed envelope if your references choose not to submit their letters online.
Please ask your references to describe not only your academic and research skills but also your personal qualities relevant to graduate study.
GRE scores are not required.
International applicants must take and submit scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), with the exceptions noted below. The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 550 for the paper-based test, 213 for the computer-based test, or a total score of 80 with a 19 on the speaking section for the Internet-based test (iBT). Applicants with iBT speaking scores between 15 and 18 may be considered for provisaaional admission, enrollment, and, if necessary, remedial course work. The minimum composite score for the IELTS is 6.5. Revised TOEFL PBT July 2017 and later 60