Submit all undergraduate transcript(s) along with any graduate school transcripts. Upload transcripts into the online application form. Students who are subsequently admitted and accept the offer of admission will be required to submit an official paper transcript prior to matriculation.

GRE scores are required for application submission, though there is no minimum score requirement. Scores are valid for five years, and the highest score will be considered if multiple exams were taken.

Submission of an academic statement of purpose is required, detailing your academic interest and how this program relates to them and your professional goals.

Describe how your personal background and experiences influenced your decision to pursue a graduate degree. Additionally, it should provide insights into your potential to contribute to Cornell University’s core value to provide a community of inclusion, belonging, and respect where scholars representing diverse backgrounds, perspectives, abilities, and experiences can learn and work productively and positively together.

Submission of two letters of recommendation is required. The letters should be from persons who can appraise the academic potential of the applicant.

All international applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by submitting official TOEFL or IELTS. Field usually requires a minimum speaking TOEFL score of 24 and higher. Scores must be sent electronically (e-delivery) to the Cornell University Graduate Admissions, Caldwell Hall e-download account. E-delivery may also be referred to as an e-TRF by your test center. Please see the Graduate School’s English Language Proficiency Requirement page for more details. Institution code = 2098