Penn State University

United States

Class Profile

Admission Policy

Holistic

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include .

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
80
IELTS
6.5

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 85

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Research Papers/Publications
General LOR
Degree Certificate
Resume
Personal Statement

Application Deadlines

	Priority
Fall	Dec 15, 2026

Fees and Funding

The application fee for international applicants is USD 85. A limited number of Graduate Assistantships are available to incoming Ph.D. students; assistantships typically include a tuition waiver, student health plan, and a stipend. Specific tuition figures for the PhD program were not provided.