Steps to Apply to a Graduate Program for International Students

• Complete online application, select the International- All Levels application option
• $30 USD application fee
• Proof of English proficiency: (one of the following)
  • TOEFL score of 79 on internet based test
  • IELTS score of 6.5
  • Duolingo score of 105
  • MELAB score of 72
  • MSUELT score of 80
  • PTE score of 51
• Undergraduate transcripts
• Financial statement ($34,026)
• Copy of passport
• Three (3) letters of recommendation
• Resume
• Statement of purpose

We accept emailed copies of application documents to [email protected] including transcripts and financial statement, but we may request the originals shipped to us before your arrival.

• Choose your major/program of study and complete online application.
• Contact the Office of International Education for any questions on the programs, requirements, application process.
• Send all required documents to [email protected] 
• We will notify you of your application decision.

Click on this Apply link, to begin the online application process. You will be asked to create a user account, please select the application category for International – All Degree Levels. Next follow the step-by-step instructions to complete your application. Any of the other apply links on the Ferris State University site can also be used.