International Graduate Student Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester: June 15
• Winter/Spring Semester: November 15
• Summer Session: April 1

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Application Instructions

1. Complete all necessary forms.
2. Submit forms, along with a non-refundable application fee of $50 (US currency) payable to Missouri S&T.
3. Request that your college/university transcripts be sent directly to the Director of Admissions. No transcript will be accepted directly from any applicant. Students from India submit marksheets.
4. Request GRE or GMAT scores be sent from ETS directly to the Director of Admissions
5. The application should be accompanied by a letter addressed to the chair of the department in which you plan to study at Missouri S&T. You, the candidate, must state your purpose in applying for a graduate appointment and give any additional pertinent information for which no provision is made on the application.
6. Your application should include three letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes.
7. Please send a resume which lists any publications you have written.
8. International students must provide documentation of financial support and have TOEFL or IELTS scores sent from ETS directly to the Director of Admissions.

Send all information to:
Director of Admissions
Missouri University of Science & Technology
106 Parker Hall    300 W 13th Street
Rolla, Missouri  65409-1060

TOEFL and IELTS Information for International Graduate Applicants

You should arrange to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) and request that the testing company send results directly to the Director of Admissions.

If you do not provide TOEFL or IELTS scores, you must either complete Missouri S&T's Intensive English Program (IEP) or pass Missouri S&T's IEP English Language Proficiency Exam. The university requires a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper), 213 (computer), or 79 (IBT). The university requires a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 for the MBA program and 6.5 for all other degree programs. Individual departments may require a higher minimum TOEFL, IBT or IELTS score set at their discretion. Students may also submit proof of completion of a US university Intensive English Program for consideration of fulfillment of English language proficiency requirement.

Financial Statement/Bank Certification Required for Issuance of I-20

These guidelines refer to statements from banks outside of the United States.

Financial Statements are not required for application/admission purposes, but are required for immigration documentation for an international student to receive an I-20 to apply for a visa. Please secure this verification and send it to the following address upon being notified of your acceptance to Missouri S&T, so that the International Affairs Office can issue you your I-20 in a timely manner. Any questions you may have regarding this communication may be directed to our address, our telephone number or email:

Office of International Affairs
Missouri University of Science & Technology
104 Norwood Hall     320 W 12th Street
Rolla, Missouri 65409-1060 USA

573.341.4208 phone
573.341.4024 fax
ia@mst.edu [email]

Please submit a bank/financial statement on the financial institution's stationery with the following:

• Name on the account. (personal account)
• Amount in the account. Acceptable wording of the financial statement is: "[Student's name, or mother or father] has a bank account balance of _________ [total amount]." For the amount needed refer to your program level below. 
• The statement: "The student has the financial ability to pay all fees," does not fulfill the financial statement requirement.
• Date. Financial statement must be dated within 12 months of receipt of International Affairs office.
• Statement must be signed by a bank official.
• Financial statement must be typed on official financial institution letterhead and include address and telephone number of the bank.

>> Sample Bank Statement

If someone other than you or your parents is supporting your education, please submit a signed, notarized affidavit from the individual supporting you that details the length of time and amount of funding of his/her support for your academic program. Please see the sample affidavit attached. Also include the relationship between the sponsor and yourself. (i.e., uncle, brother, family friend, etc.)

Financial amounts needed for an I-20 for a nine-month period:

• Graduate Student  $25,376US
• Intensive English Student  $18,273US

This amount includes educational fees, room and board, supplies, personal needs and health insurance. Health insurance is mandatory for all international students. Your acceptance to Missouri S&T is conditional upon your purchase of this mandatory insurance policy. An independent insurance carrier administers the policy selected by Missouri S&T.