A minimum of 3.0 GPA is required for admission into any of the graduate degree programs in the CEAE department.
A bachelor’s degree in a field of science is required for admission to our graduate degree programs in environmental science.
Before you can be admitted, we must receive an official transcript from each university or college you have attended. The official transcript must be sent directly from the university or college to the KU Graduate
The GRE general exam is required for admission to all M.S. and Ph.D. degree programs. Preferred minimum scores:
Analytical - 3.5
Quantitative - 150
Verbal - 150
In the online application, enter the names and e-mail addresses of two persons who will provide recommendations for you. The online application system will send those persons an e-mail with a link to an online recommendation form.
Upload your resume and statement of purpose to the online application site. The statement of purpose is a brief explanation of your academic and career interests and goals and your desired area of specialization. A statement of purpose is not required for admission to the graduate certificate programs.
For admission to any of the CEAE Department’s graduate degree programs, international applicants must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores that meet the following requirements:
TOEFL – Reading, listening and writing part scores all 20 or higher.
IELTS – Overall score 6.0 or higher, with reading, listening and writing part scores all 5.5 or higher

IELTS Minimum overall score 6.0 with no part score below 5.5