An earned Master's degree or equivalent with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 from a regionally accredited institution or one with equivalent standing.

Application materials must be submitted to the Graduate Student Services office and must include:

official transcripts for undergraduate and graduate work,
a personal statement outlining interest in the EES program and identifying a faculty advisor,
a demonstrated potential for success in research as indicated by prior experience and presented in resume or cv format,
three letters of recommendation, using the EES template.

Candidates are expected to hold a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Master of Science (M.S.) degree in chemistry, biology, geology, geography, or other relevant areas of science.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): A score of 500 PBT/61 IBT is required for admission with stipulations or 550 PBT/79 IBT for regular admission.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Module: A score of 5.5 required for admission stipulations or 6.5 for regular admission.