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International Graduate Admissions

Graduate Engineering and the University of St. Thomas welcome applications from international students.

We are proud to have a culturally diverse student body representing nations from all across the globe. International students represent just over 10% percent of the Graduate Programs in Engineering student body.

In cooperation with the University of St. Thomas’ Office of International Students and Scholars, we will assist you step-by-step with the application process.

We encourage all international students who live outside of the United States to apply at least four months prior to the start of the term in which you desire entry.

Contact

Graduate Student Services

Email
gradengineering@stthomas.edu
Phone Number
651-962-5500

Requirements for International Student Admissions

To apply for admission to a master's degree program, you will need the following:

  • A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a regionally-accredited educational institution in the U.S. (or international equivalent).
  • An overall grade-point-average (GPA) of at least 2.7 out of 4.0.
  • See Additional Requirements for International Students below.

Note: The GRE or GMAT is not required for admission to Graduate Engineering. 

Application Process - How To Apply

  • Start Your Application
  • Send Official Transcripts
  • Submit Your Resume or CV

    • Start Your Application

    Start your application for admission.
    Apply Now Online

    Send Official Transcripts

    As soon as you start an application, please work to request all official transcripts from each college/ university you've attended.

    If you have completed coursework or a degree at an institution WITHIN the United States, contact the Registrar's office of each U.S. college or university you've attended and request the direct delivery of your official transcripts to our graduate admissions office. Official transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution's Registrar office to the University of St. Thomas.

    If you have completed coursework or a degree at an institution OUTSIDE the United States, you are required to obtain a complete course-by-course transcript evaluation. We recommend transcript evaluations from Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Services (WES). This evaluation must be delivered directly to St. Thomas by the evaluation service company. A simple summary evaluation of the institution is not acceptable. Evaluations must include grades received in every course taken and cumulative GPA calculated on a 4.0 scale.

    Official transcripts/ evaluations must be delivered electronically (in a secure PDF) to gradadmissions@stthomas.edu or must be delivered via mail (in a sealed envelope) to:

    Graduate Admissions
    University of St. Thomas
    TMH 251 Box 5
    1000 LaSalle Ave
    Minneapolis MN 55403
    USA

    Submit Your Resume or CV

    Upload your resume or curriculum vitae (CV).

    Start Your Application

    Start your application for admission.
    Apply Now Online

    Send Official Transcripts

    As soon as you start an application, please work to request all official transcripts from each college/ university you've attended.

    If you have completed coursework or a degree at an institution WITHIN the United States, contact the Registrar's office of each U.S. college or university you've attended and request the direct delivery of your official transcripts to our graduate admissions office. Official transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution's Registrar office to the University of St. Thomas.

    If you have completed coursework or a degree at an institution OUTSIDE the United States, you are required to obtain a complete course-by-course transcript evaluation. We recommend transcript evaluations from Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Services (WES). This evaluation must be delivered directly to St. Thomas by the evaluation service company. A simple summary evaluation of the institution is not acceptable. Evaluations must include grades received in every course taken and cumulative GPA calculated on a 4.0 scale.

    Official transcripts/ evaluations must be delivered electronically (in a secure PDF) to gradadmissions@stthomas.edu or must be delivered via mail (in a sealed envelope) to:

    Graduate Admissions
    University of St. Thomas
    TMH 251 Box 5
    1000 LaSalle Ave
    Minneapolis MN 55403
    USA

    Submit Your Resume or CV

    Upload your resume or curriculum vitae (CV).

    Additional Requirements for International Students

    The below requirements are not required in order for our admissions committee to make an admissions decision. If you are admitted, you will be required to meet all the below requirements before you will be permitted to register for classes.

    In addition to fulfilling admission requirements, students who do not have English as their native language, are required to take the TOEFL, MELAB, or IELTS before their application can be approved.

    Proof of English proficiency is waived for the following students:

    • H-1B visa holders
    • Permanent U.S. residents
    • Naturalized U.S. citizens
    • Applicants who have completed a bachelor's degree or higher from an English-speaking institution in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom or Australia.

    See details on English proficiency exams, passing scores and ELS learning options.

    Due to the many unique international student situations, all questions regarding Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Optional Practical Training (OPT), or requirements pertaining to your visa status should be directed to the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS).

    All international students must verify that they have sufficient funds to cover all educational costs for the first year of study and provide evidence that funds will be available for the duration of the degree. Financial certification and sponsorship forms must be completed and accepted by the university.

    See details on financial requirements for international students.

     

    Deadlines and Start Dates

    Applications for Admission are accepted on an ongoing basis. You may begin your graduate program in the fall (beginning of September), spring (end of January), or summer (end of May).

    If you currently live in the U.S., applications for admission are allowed after the deadlines below on a space available basis.

    Permanent residents, H-1B visa recipients:

    Submit your completed application for admission at least one month before the semester starts.

    • Fall semester start - application due: August 1
    • Spring semester start - application due: January 1
    • Summer semester start - application due: May 1

    International applicants currently living in the U.S.:

    Submit your completed application for admission at least two months before the semester starts.

    • Fall semester start - application due: July 1
    • Spring semester start - application due: December 1
    • Summer semester start - application due: April 1

    International applicants living outside of the U.S.:

    Submit your completed application for admission at least four months before the semester starts.

    • Fall semester start - application due: May 1
    • Spring semester start - application due: October 1
    • Summer semester start - application due: February 1