Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education. Examples would include such disciplines as social work (M.S.W.), nursing (M.S.), business (M.B.A.), public health (M.P.H.), education (M.Ed.), and theology (M.Div.) Evidence of adequate academic preparation in graduate education. This includes a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) for graduate/postgraduate work. Strong intellectual abilities, including background in social sciences and statistics.
Evidence of research and policy interests that are compatible with the specialized emphases supported by the program faculty.
Professional experience and achievement that demonstrate the competence, motivation, organization, and leadership to complete doctoral education in a timely manner.
Personal interview
Sample of writing in the form of a published article, academic or professional paper prepared for a research purpose, or an essay prepared for admission to the program
Satisfactory performance on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Curriculum vitae or other description of education and employment history

A minimum Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 80 (internet-based) or 550 (paper-based) is required.
The minimum required score for International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is 6.5