Applying to the Graduate School

This is information for Graduate School applicants.

• Undergraduate
• Law School

Getting Ready to Apply

Each of the graduate programs has program specific deadlines and application requirements for admission. You are responsible for submitting an application and all required supporting materials by the published deadline.Only completed application files will be submitted to program faculty and the Graduate Admissions Committee for review.

Please carefully read your program’s information in order to complete your application in a timely manner.

More information for international applicants can be found using the link to the right.

Apply Online

Students are welcomed to submit an application online. The online application is hosted and managed by a third party vendor. Essays and resume may be included with the online process.

The online application process now includes an online letter of recommendation process (no exception). You will be able to manage your letters of recommendation online. Please read your program’s application requirements and instructions prior to starting the online application.

Application Forms

Students may also submit a paper application form. Below are current application forms for graduate admissions.

Application for Admissions .pdf
Personal Essay Requirements .pdf
Recommendation for Admission form .pdf 

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? Use the link above to see if we have the answers. Don’t see your question? Feel free to contact us at gseadmit@lclark.edu or 503-768-6200.