MU Graduate College | Marshall University

How to Apply For Admission

International Students: If your current/anticipated visa type is F-1, F-2 or J-1, please use the international application.
International Application

Welcome to Marshall University's Graduate Admissions application site. You can apply here online or use a paper application. The process is easy and straightforward. Just follow the steps below.

APPLICATION STEPS

Before you begin the application process, please read this information carefully:
Types of Admission
Admission Requirements
Be sure to click on the PROGRAMS tab above, select your program, and review any specific program requirements and deadlines. Once you have chosen the program to which you would like to apply, have reviewed the program admission requirements, and have reviewed the admission information above, you should be ready to begin the application process. You can apply online or you can download, print, and mail an application.
The non-refundable application fee is $40. You may process the application fee payment online with your online application using a credit card.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications received without the required, non-refundable application fee will not be reviewed.
Online applicants can pay the fee securely online using a credit card at the time of application, or you may mail a check or call the Admissions Office at 304.746.1900 to pay by credit card over the phone. Please wait 24-48 hours before calling after you apply online, to be sure the office has received your online application in the system. Applicants who print and mail an application must include a check, money order, or bank draft payable to Marshall University.
CREDIT CARD NOTE: All credit card transactions include a 2.5% processing fee. Marshall University accepts Mastercard, Discover, and American Express.

TIP: The permanent address and email address you include on the application will be used by the Graduate Admissions office to correspond with you throughout the admission process; please be sure the information is accurate. Also, the permanent address will be used for all University correspondence.

READY TO APPLY?

APPLY ONLINE
The Graduate College offers an online application that you may complete and submit with an easy-to-use, secure online form.

DOWNLOAD, PRINT, COMPLETE, AND MAIL A PAPER APPLICATION
The Graduate College offers a paper application that you can download, print, and complete.

If you cannot use either method of application, please call the Graduate Admissions Office at 304.746.1900 to request to have an application mailed to you.