Graduate Studies - Application Instructions (Degree Seeking)

**IMPORTANT: Please be sure to pay special attention to step number 13 below. Failure to follow this step will result in a delay in processing your application and may result in your having to fill out another application.**

1. Open a new online application.
2. In the Graduate Applications section, choose the option that correcponds with your desired degree
3. Select your desired Application Term
4. You are now at the WKU Application Management Portal.  If this is your first time applying to WKU, create a new application account. If you have previously applied to either graduate or undergraduate programs, please use your WKU email or NetID  to log in.
5. After logging in, choose the "Graduate Applicaitons" button.
6. Select "Create a New Application" to create a new application.
7. Choose your desired graduate application level.
   
8. Select the newly-created applicaiton to begin, then click on Open Application.
9. Complete each section of the aapplication (Person Backgroung, Applicant Information, Emergency Contact Information, Academic History, Standardized Test Score Information, Graduate Program Selection, Employment History, Additional Information, Judicial Information, Signature, and Review).
   
   1. Note that all students are asked about standardized tests, regardless of whether your program requires the test or not.
   2. If any errors are present on your application, those will be shown on the Review page.
   3. A non-refundable application fee is required unless you qualify for an application fee waiver or have paid the fee previously. 

Your application will not be complete until Graduate Studies receives all required supporting documents. For degree seeking students, this varies based on department and program, so you should consult the Graduate Catalog for admission requirements. Some of the items that may be required for an application include:

• Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges 
• GRE/GMAT scores
• Teaching certificate or copy of state licensure
• Resume
• Statement of purpose/letter of intent/goals
• Letter of application
• References or reference letters
• Departmental applications
• Scholarly writing sample
• Admission survey

You may check your application status and missing required application materials. Please wait 24 hours after you submit your application so that we can attach submitted documents to your application.

After you complete an online application, you will receive an email that identifies any missing application requirements. Once your application is complete it is reviewed by the department to which you applied for an admission decision recommendation. After an admission decision is made, you will be directed to log in to the application system to check your status.  Admit letters offer directions on your next steps to register for courses.

If you have questions during the application, please feel free to contact us!