Applicants must have a four-year baccalaureate, or equivalent degree, from a regionally accredited institution. Students are generally expected to have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0 ('B' average) in their undergraduate work. However, the specific requirements can vary. Our MS in Game Design and Development requires a 3.25/4.0 grade-point average. So refer to the specific requirements for the degree in which you are interested. Graduate level work in other disciplines will be give consideration. Applicants requesting consideration whose GPA scores are below 3.0 are required to submit Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores.¹

International applicants should have prior academic performance equivalent a first class degree from an accredited four-year program. However requirements vary, so refer to the website for the degree in which you are interested for specifics. The GRE (standard examination) is required for all foreign applicants. International applicants must submit official transcripts of undergraduate or graduate study in original form, and if not originally in English, an official, certified copy of transcripts translated into English must be included. Because of I20 requirements, international applicants can only be considered for programs that support full-time study.

Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit a TOEFL¹ score to demonstrate strong English language skills. A score of at least 570 (paper-based), 230 (computer-based), or 88 (internet-based) is required. For other methods to satisfy the English requirement, contact the RIT Office of Admissions at (585) 475-2229 (v/tdd) or gradinfo@rit.edu. If the applicant does not meet the minimum English requirement, it is strongly recommended that he/she study English to reach the minimum scores before applying to the program. Applicants with exceptionally strong academic records may be admitted conditionally. However the Michigan test is required for course placement, and these applicants will be required to take a prescribed program of study in English along with a reduced course load in the program.

Other factors may be considered in the admission process such as strong employment history, especially in the field of information technology. Application materials should include:

• An electronic or paper application with a well-written statement of purpose that discusses your background, the area(s) in which you would like to study, and your personal goals
• Application fee
• Valid transcripts from all universities listed on the application
• Declaration of Financial Support (international students only)
• Two recommendations from educational or professional sources
• Current resume or statement of employment history
  
• GRE (if applicable)
• Portfolio (MS in Learning & Knowledge Management Systems and MS in Game Design & Development)
  

Admission requirements -- including required prerequisite knowledge -- vary by degree program. Please check the program website for the degree that you are interested in for further details.

An electronic graduate application is available at http://www.rit.edu/~625www/ grad_app.html. (Note: there is an underscore (_) between the 'd' and the 'a' in 'grad_app'.) This web site can also be reached from the "Admissions" link on the RIT home page, http://www.rit.edu/. Requests for information can be made from this web site also.

The RIT calendar is based upon four (4) 10-week terms called quarters. Applications for part-time study are currently accepted for either the fall or spring quarters. However, applications for full-time study are accepted for the fall quarter only.

Follow this link to view the graduate application dates.

¹RIT's reporting number for ETS's GRE and TOEFL examinations is 2760.