Engineering Graduate Studies

APPLICATION PROCESS

DOMESTIC STUDENTS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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Applications are submitted electronically through the College of Graduate Studies graduate application webpage. Admission to a graduate program is contingent on the availability of openings for incoming students. 

To receive full consideration for financial assistance, application materials should be received by the application deadline. Applications are reviewed as they are received until available openings are filled. Awards of financial assistance are made by the admitting department and do not necessarily happen at the same time as the admission decision is made.

Admissions decisions are made on an individual basis, taking into consideration the applicant’s baccalaureate and previous graduate record (grades and curricular content) and the student’s potential for graduate study as indicated by professional references and relevant post-baccalaureate experience, and for international students, scores on required standardized tests.

To check the status of your application, go to the College of Graduate Studies graduate application webpage and select "Continue Your Application" for the term you have applied. 

Engineering priority dates

The College of Engineering has rolling admission and accepts applications at any time. However, students that apply by the priority deadlines are given first consideration for admission and graduate assistantships, if available. You may still apply for admission after the posted deadline dates.

                                             APPLICATION PRIORITY  DEADLINES FOR ADMISSIONS AND FUNDING

In order for the application to be submitted and reviewed:

• A $45 non-refundable application fee is required for U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent resident card holders.
• A $75 non-refundable application fee is required for International students.

For more information on the graduate admission process, go to the College of Graduate Studies graduate application webpage.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Degree Requirements

• • Four-year Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
  • Master's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university required for PhD programs (unless otherwise indicated by department/program).

Cumulative GPA: The required cumulative GPA for all previous academic work might differ per program. For more information on a specific program's admission criteria, please refer to the department's website.

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GRE Requirement

• • It is within the discretion of the various departments to require the GRE for all applicants.
  • If your program of study requires the GRE, please note that scores cannot be older than 5 years from the first day of the term that the student begins their program.
  • For MD/PhD and MD/MS dual degree applicants, GRE scores are strongly recommended but MCAT scores may be accepted in lieu of GRE scores.

NOTE: GRE scores must be received electronically from ETS only. Please request scores to be sent to Institution Code 1845.

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TOEFL/IELTS REQUIREMENT

Applicants must meet at least one of the following English language proficiency requirements:

• • TOEFL IBT≥80; TOEFL PBT≥550; IELTS≥6.5; PTE≥58; or Duolingo≥105.
  • Graduated from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or attended at least one year full time at a regionally accredited U.S. institution earning a 3.0 or higher GPA.
  • Proof of citizenship from one of the following countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Canada (all provinces except Quebec), Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Liberia, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales), Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Please note - Test scores for TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo cannot be older than 2 years from the first day of the term the student begins their program. In the event test scores are considered invalid and cancelled by the testing service, The University of Toledo reserves the right to require submission of new test scores. Please contact the College of Graduate Studies at graduateonlineapplication@utoledo.edu if you have any questions regarding this.

NOTE: TOEFL scores must be received electronically from ETS only. Please request scores to be sent to Institution Code 1845. IELTS scores can be submitted directly through the UT Application Form.

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LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

• • Depending on the program, one to three letters of recommendation are required. Refer to the specific program's admission criteria for the required number of letters of recommendation.
  • Letters of Recommendation can be requested to your recommender(s) through the UT Application Form. Alternatively, you can fill out an Online Recommendation Form.

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TRANSCRIPTS

• • See The College of Graduate Studies application requirements transcripts tab for any COVID-19 related updates.
  • The College of Graduate Studies (COGS) requires official transcripts from all universities/colleges you are currently attending or have attended. Official transcripts are those sent directly from the institution to the College of Graduate Studies. Transcripts not received directly from the institution are considered unofficial.
  • Transcripts must be mailed or hand delivered to the College of Graduate Studies. Faxed, emailed or uploaded transcripts will not be accepted as part of the online application. 

College of Graduate Studies Address:

College of Graduate Studies
The University of Toledo
Mail Stop 933
2801 W. Bancroft St.
Toledo, OH 43606

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PROFESSIONAL RESUME (FOR PART-TIME MASTER'S PROGRAMS ONLY)

• • In addition to the regular application requirements, prospective students in both Part-Time Master of Science in Engineering - General (PT-MSE-General) and Part-Time Master of Science - Energy Engineering (PT-MSE-Energy) programs, will need to submit their professional resume to be considered for admission.

TRANSFER CREDITS PROCESS

The number of transfer credits from another university that is accepted for a graduate degree must be approved by the Graduate Program Director, the College of Engineering Associate Dean of Graduate Studies, and the College of Graduate Studies. More information about transfer credit process, conditions, and restrictions can be found on the College of Graduate Studies (COGS) website.

• • University of Toledo Transfer of Credit to Graduate Degree Policy (3364- 77-06)

We strongly encourage you to utilize the transfer credit service provided at Transferology  to evaluate any college-level courses that you may have completed to help you determine potential placement. The site shows course equivalencies between public/private two/four year colleges/universities, along with college degree requirements.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

Transcripts

• • See The College of Graduate Studies application requirements transcripts tab for any COVID-19 related updates.
  • In addition to the official, final transcripts, you must also provide official certified, or attested copies of all graduation certificates, diplomas or degree certificates needed to fulfill your admission. For application review purpose only, copies of official transcripts can be considered.
  • Copies must be mailed or hand delivered to the College of Graduate Studies. We do not accept faxed, emailed or uploaded transcripts as part of the online application. Faxed, emailed or uploaded transcripts will not be accepted as part of the online application.
  • If you earned a degree from a U.S. degree granting institution, simply order a transcript to be sent to us directly from the school’s Registrar's Office.
  • Submitted transcripts become the property of The University of Toledo. Photocopies of official documents are not made.

For application review purposes only, copies of official transcripts can be considered. Please contact your Department for more information about provisional admission. Copies must be mailed or hand delivered to the College of Graduate Studies. Faxed, emailed or uploaded transcripts will not be accepted as part of the online application.

College of Graduate Studies Address:

College of Graduate Studies
The University of Toledo
Mail Stop 933
2801 W. Bancroft St.
Toledo, OH 43606

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TRANSLATIONS

• • You must submit clear and legible photocopies of precise word-for-word English translations of all foreign language documents. English translations must be provided by the issuing institution or you may contact a translation service. Please refer to National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) for a list of acceptable evaluators. All arrangements must be made by you directly with the translation service.

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International Application Financial Responsibility - for Admitted Students, Only

• • International students must demonstrate adequate financial resources for their graduate education before they can be formally admitted. Upon recommendation of admission by the department, the College of Graduate Studies will request you provide the necessary financial support documents.
  • Applicants will be emailed when an admission decision has been made and a bank statement may be submitted at that time. Bank statements submitted at the time of application will not be accepted.

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PASSPORTS AND VISAS

• • You will need a passport from your government and a visa from the United States Embassy/Consulate to enter the United States.  You should apply for a passport as soon as possible, although in some countries it is necessary to provide proof of admission to a school in the United States before a passport will be granted. More information about passport and visas can be found on the College of Graduate Studies (COGS) website.
  • Additional assistance for international students is available through the Office of International Student & Scholar Services (OISSS) website.

ADMISSION RESOURCES

Listed below are links to some of the UT offices that can help with frequently asked questions regarding your admission to the University of Toledo, as well as other information concerning finances and student educational records.

COLLEGE OF GRADUATE STUDIES (COGS)

For specific information about the status of your application, as well as other inquiries about general application requirements, you may contact COGS at (419) 530-4723 or graduateonlineapplication@utoledo.edu.

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office of student financial aid / rocket solution central

The University of Toledo Office of Student Financial Aid is committed to helping find ways to make a college education affordable for UT students and their families. The office provides services and programs designed to help you find ways to meet your educational expenses, such as loans and scholarships. 

All questions regarding financial aid are handled by Rocket Solution Central (RSC). RSC is located in Rocket Hall, Room 1200 and may be reached at (419) 530-8700 or rsc@utoledo.edu.

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office of the registrar

The Office of the Registrar is the custodian of student academic records and provider of essential services.  They support the University's mission by striving to provide the entire University community — students, faculty, staff, alumni, and other groups — with equitable, honest, and fair services. The Office of the Registrar can help with registration, transcripts and graduation. The Office of the Registrar is located in Rocket Hall, Room 1800 and may be reached at (419) 530-8700 or registrar@utoledo.edu.

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office of the treasurer

The Office of the Treasurer provides information on how to view and pay your bill, important student tax information as well as other important financial information related to being a student at the University of Toledo. For information on graduate-level tuition and fees, visit the Office of the Treasurer.

Out-of-state residents who are admitted to one of UT’s fully online programs and enroll in only online classes may qualify for in-state tuition. For more information, go to the Online Degree Programs website.

The University of Toledo also provides additional scholarship information from the individual colleges and financial aid opportunities. The Office of the Treasurer may be reached at (419) 530-8700 or treasurer@utoledo.edu.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial Assistance for full-time graduate students is available through the College of Graduate Studies and the College of Engineering. Fellowships, Scholarships, and Graduate Assistantships are among the types of financial aid that can be provided to graduate students.

• • A Graduate Assistantship request can be made directly through the UT Application Form, or by filling out the Graduate Assistantship Application form.

IMPORTANT: a request does not mean that an assistantship will be granted automatically; requests are approved and granted depending on the availability of funds and at the discretion of each department.

More information about the different types of financial aid sources can be found on our Financial Assistance page.