Admission to Graduate Programs
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Application Process
We're excited you're considering Wright State. We're here to help and support you during and after your application process. If you have questions or concerns, contact the College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies at wsugrad@wright.edu, 937-775-2976, or visit us at 160 University Hall.
Wright State University is an inclusive, equal-opportunity institution and welcomes applications from any and all qualified candidates for our many graduate programs. The University does not discriminate in graduate admissions, scholarships, or aid on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other trait or status protected by applicable law.
View the information below to learn what you can expect during the application process and some basic timelines and deadlines. Each program has its own requirements and application review process, so required documents and timelines will vary.
Application and Fee
You must apply online for all graduate school programs, including non-degree programs. Paper applications are not accepted. The application should be filled out carefully and completely. Select Not Applicable (N/A) when appropriate. If the application form is submitted with essential information missing, processing may be delayed until such information is received.
A non-refundable $40 fee is required for each degree or licensure application. A nonrefundable $10 fee is required for each non-degree seeking application or certificate program application.
Application deadlines are established by individual programs. Contact your program directly to find out their deadlines.
Transcripts
Submit one official transcript sent from each institution attended (except Wright State). If you have transfer or College Credit Plus credit, you are required to submit an official transcript from each college where you had originally completed coursework. Non-degree and certificate program students need to submit only the official transcript that reflects the award of a baccalaureate, master’s, or doctorate degree. Applicants with international transcripts may provide WES credential evaluation reports in lieu of official transcripts. However, unofficial transcripts (with marksheets, if applicable) must be included with the WES report.
Transcripts must be official, original versions:
- Paper versions sent directly to us by your former university.
- Paper versions that you mailed or carried into our office.
- We do not accept scanned, copied, or faxed transcripts sent from the applicant.
- We do accept electronic transcripts sent directly to wsugrad@wright.edu from the university or service providing the transcript. Emails indicating an e-transcript is available for viewing must also come directly from the university or the service providing the transcript. We do not accept forwarded transcripts.
Paper transcripts should be submitted to:
Wright State University
College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies
160 University Hall
3640 Colonel Glenn Highway
Dayton, OH 45435
Program-Specific Application Requirements
The following programs may have special requirements outside of the Graduate School requirements.
What if I used to attend a graduate program?
If you were formerly admitted to the College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies but have not completed a course within three semesters, you must submit a new application.
Are you an international student?
Visit the international admissions website for information on international applications and deadlines, and application processing, including procedures for submitting application documents, application status checks, and issuing I-20s.
Timeline
Once an application is submitted, we will process your application, including matching your application to any required documents (e.g., official transcripts, letters of recommendation, etc.) that we already have on file. It can take one to two business days to verify the new document and attach it to the application, even if they are uploaded to the Admissions Portal. No action is taken until your application is SUBMITTED.
Once we receive all application materials, an overall undergraduate GPA using the coursework from all transcripts combined will be calculated. A previous graduate GPA, if applicable, will be calculated as well. If you meet the minimum GPA requirement for graduate admissions, we will forward your application to your chosen program for review. Each program has its own review process and admission criteria.
After your chosen program makes its admission recommendation, your application is returned to the College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies for a final decision. You will receive an email regarding your admission decision.
How long will it take for an admission decision?
It can take four to six weeks for an application for a degree or licensure program to be processed. Non-degree and certificate program applications can take two to four weeks.
Important Things To Know
- Only you have access to information relating to your application, specific application process, and admission status.
- Once submitted, all materials are the property of Wright State University. We do not return application materials or supply copies of application materials that have been submitted.
- You must register for classes in the semester for which you were admitted. If you need to move your registration to another term, send an email to wsugrad@wright.edu with your request.
- Your application is good for one year. If you do not register or move your application term during that period, you will need to reapply.
Selective Service
State law requires all state-assisted universities to charge non-resident fees to Ohio male students who have not registered with the Selective Service. If you were born after December 31, 1959, have not reached the age of 27 years, and have not registered with the Selective Service, you may do so at any United States Post Office.
Course Registration
You must be accepted for admission to Wright State before you may register for graduate credit. Admission to Wright State does not necessarily indicate candidacy for an advanced degree. Such candidacy is subject to specific requirements defined by the individual program.
Next Steps
Things to do after your application has been submitted:
Contact your program about scholarship opportunities
Explore campus life
Apply for housing. You can choose from one of our apartment communities, College Park or The Village.
Check Application Status
- Revisit your Admissions Portal
- Under Start Your Graduate Application, Select Already have a Graduate account? Log in here.
- You may review your application checklist and upload some required items here.
Please note: Applications which are only missing a transcript showing proof of degree will not be delayed in processing.
You can also contact the College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies offices directly for a status check:
- Domestic applicants: Graduate School at 937-775-2976 or wsugrad@wright.edu
- International applicants: University Center for International Education at 937-775-5745 or international-admissions@wright.edu
