Application Checklist

Application Requirements

Cost

$90.00 application fee

Transcripts

Submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. If the transcripts are not in English, an unofficial copy of the transcript in the applicant’s native language, along with its English translation, is acceptable. These transcripts should be uploaded through the online application. Foreign Credential and Transcript Evaluation is not required.

Applicants who attend school outside the United States or Canada should also include copies of mark sheets, grade reports, or examination results, along with degree certificates from all higher education institutions attended outside the United States or Canada—including English translations.

Resume/CV

You will need to provide your resume or Curriculum vitae (CV).

Three Recommendations

Once you choose your three recommenders, be sure to inform them that they will be completing the recommendation electronically and ask that they monitor their inbox for your recommendation request (which will come from gradcasinfo@liasoncas.com), including any junk or spam folders.

Statement of Purpose

This is for graduate study and any work experience you have had in agriculture and/or biology. Be as specific as possible. This helps us direct you to faculty members who can provide a program of study for graduate work. If you are responding to an announcement for a research assistantship or are interested in working with a specific faculty member in the department, please indicate that in your statement. If you are willing to be considered for other research assistantships available in the department, please also indicate that.

Language Requirements for International Students

Please refer to the detailed information on the Graduate School site.  Applicants who are required to submit exam scores will be held incomplete until those are received.

Priority Deadlines

  • January 10 – fall semester
  • July 1 – spring semester

The application portal will still remain open after these dates.