All applicants are required to supply GRE scores, academic transcripts (external credential evaluation of international transcripts), three letters of recommendation, a personal statement. International applicants must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language prior to admission and/or full-time enrollment in the university
A minimum score in the 40th percentile on the GRE is required, but the quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning, and analytical writing scores are all considered in the context of the other application materials. GRE scores in the 75th percentile or above are preferred. The three letters of recommendation must come from instructors or professional references in the applicant’s intended field of study.
Admissions requirements for this program are listed in the VCU Graduate Bulletin. Applicants for this program must have a master's degree in a related discipline from an accredited program and should have a minimum graduate GPA of 3.0.
The university minimum TOEFL score requirement is 550 (paper-based) or 80 (Internet-based).
The university minimum IELTS score requirement is 6.5.