Prospective students, both M.S. and Ph.D. applicants, should submit their official college or university transcripts, GRE scores (optional), three letters of recommendation, a curriculum vitae or resume, a personal bio, a writing sample, and a personal statement explaining why the student has chosen to study Global Affairs at DGA as part of their application. Students are required to submit a writing sample on any topic (minimum 5 pages, no maximum). This can be an academic or professional paper that demonstrates your writing skills, analytic ability and breadth of knowledge.
The minimum paper-based TOEFL score is 550. The minimum computer-based TOEFL score is 213. The minimum IBT-internet based TOEFL is Writing 22, Speaking 23, Reading 21, Listening 17. An acceptable IELTS score is bandwidth 7.