Application Process
Elon Graduate Program Application Process
The application process for graduate programs at Elon University will vary based on program. Typically you will be required to submit an online application and supplemental requirements that vary per individual program.
What are the requirements for a graduate school application?
Graduate school applications will require a variety of components. Below is more information on the different components that make up a graduate school application. As you apply for a graduate program at Elon or other schools, you may be required to submit any or all of the following components.
Application
Each graduate program at Elon will have it’s own application. Below are some of the online systems and information about them to help you navigate the application process.
- GradCAS: A centralized application service for graduate programs that streamlines the process of researching and applying to multiple programs and scholarships with one set of application materials. Elon’s graduate programs that use GradCAS are the Master of Arts in Higher Education (MHE) and the Master of Education in Innovation (M.Ed.).
- BusinessCAS: A centralized application service for business graduate programs that streamlines the process of researching and applying to multiple programs with one set of application materials. Elon’s graduate programs that use BusinessCAS are the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) and the Master of Science in Accounting (MSA).
- PTCAS: A centralized application service of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) that simplifies the DPT application process by allowing students to apply to multiple physical therapy programs with one application. Elon’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program uses PTCAS.
- CASPA: A centralized application service of the PA education Association (PAEA), the only national organization representing physician assistant education that streamlines the process of research and applying to multiple PA programs with only one application.
- Elon Application: The Elon application is only for articulated applicants, current Elon students applying for Elon graduate programs and non-degree seeking registration requests. The following pathways and programs use the Elon application: Elon students applying for the MBA and MSBA and dual degree students for the JD/MBA or MBA/MSBA, those students applying for the M.Ed. from Participate Learning and Teach for Alamance as well as current Elon employees applying for the Master of Arts in Higher Education part-time pathway.
Completed Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent
In order to apply for a graduate program, a completed Bachelor’s degree is required. For some international students, programs might be willing to accept three year degrees. Check with the individual program you are applying for with any questions.
Official Transcripts from all post-secondary education
For any courses completed in post-secondary education, official transcripts will need to be sent. Contact any prior institution’s registrar office to inquire about how to send your official transcripts. Some graduate programs will accept unofficial transcripts for initial decisions.
GRE / GMAT
At Elon, graduate programs in the Love School of Business require GRE/GMAT scores. GRE/GMAT waivers may be available per request and depending on eligibility. Make sure you send your GRE/GMAT scores to Elon when you take the GRE/GMAT.
Our Physician’s Assistant program, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Master of Arts in Higher Education and Master of Education in Innovation do not require GRE/GMAT scores.
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Depending on your program, you will need to provide at least one professional letter of recommendation. This letter should not be from a relative or friend, rather should be from a current or former professor, supervisor or other professional source. Check with individual programs for requirements regarding the letters of recommendation.
Writing Component
Some programs might require a writing component in the form of short essays, personal statement and/or answers to writing prompts. The purpose of the writing component is for the admissions committee to get a better sense of who the applicant is outside of academics.
Interview
Some graduate programs will require an interview, or provide optional interviews. This helps the admissions committee get to know you as an academic on an even greater personal level.
If the program you are looking for requires an interview, the best way to prepare is to be yourself and practice questions ahead of time.