Application Instructions for the Graduate Program

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If you have a GPA averaged over all your post high-school studies of 3.0 (A = 4.0) or higher, you are eligible to apply. A significant background in mathematics is expected, although a degree in mathematics is not required.

In order to apply, first complete the on-line application available on the Graduate School's website:

http://graduateschool.colostate.edu/index.asp?url=apply

The application has two parts. Once you have completed the online application you will be given the opportunity to pay the application fee. Log back in to complete the Graduate School's supplemental application. The $50 non-refundable application fee must be paid before your application will be processed.

Supporting documents required to complete the application:

All Applicants:

• The GRE General test or the GRE Mathematics Subject test is required. Scores must be reported directly from ETS to Colorado State University using the institution code of 4075 (Photocopies will not be accepted).

U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents:

• Transcripts - two official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended (Colorado State University transcripts are not required).


• 3 Letters of Recommendation - there is no standardized format.

International Applicants:

• Financial Support - Proof of adequate financial support is required before an immigration document can be issued by Colorado State University. The financial support must cover all required expenses as specified in the Estimate of Expenses for International Students.

  http://wsprod.colostate.edu/cwis30/2007/ISSS/forms/estimatedexpenses.pdf

  Print the GS3F - Financial Support Statement. This form must be completed and submitted even if your only means of support would be an assistantship from the Mathematics Department.

  
  http://graduateschool.colostate.edu/index.asp?url=forms

  
  International Student and Scholar Services will issue an I-20 or IAP-66 (new version: DS-2019) only after this Financial Support Statement has been received and accepted by Colorado State University.

• TOEFL or IELTS Scores - Request that ETS and/or IELTS report your scores directly to Colorado State University using the institution code of 4075 ( Photocopies will not be accepted ). Applicants are exempted from the TOEFL or IELTS requirement if the official language of their country is English, or they have recently earned a degree at an American University.  Minimum scores are as follows:

  
  TOEFL
  
  

  • Computer Based - 213
  • Paper Based - 550
  • Internet Based - 80

  
  
  IELTS - 6.0
  

• Transcripts/Credentials – Submit an official transcript and certified translation from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.


• 3 Letters of Recommendation - There is no standardized format.

All supporting documents should be sent directly to the Mathematics Department using the following address:

Graduate Coordinator
Attn: Application Materials
Department of Mathematics
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1874

Deadlines

A complete application includes all supporting documents described above. All components of the application are considered by the Graduate Committee in order to competitively award Graduate Teaching Assistantships. If any supporting document arrives late, this may reduce an applicant’s chances for receiving such an award.

General deadlines for the receipt of a complete application (including all supporting documents) are listed below.   

Term	Admission Only	Admission and Financial Support
Fall	April 1	February 1
Spring	September 1	July 15

Once Your Application is Complete

Your application will be reviewed by the Graduate Committee once all the required documents are received. You will receive notification if required documents have not arrived, and also when your application file is complete.

The Graduate Committee will recommend admission or denial of admission to the Graduate School.  The Graduate School will notify you of the final admission decision.

If you have any questions about your application status please send an email to grad_program@math.colostate.edu If you do not receive a response within 48 hours then please send an additional email to duflot@math.colostate.edu