Frequently Asked Questions

 What are the application requirements?
 

•  Students wishing to apply for the Ph.D. program in Chemistry must hold at least a Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution with a major in chemistry or in a closely related discipline.
   
• Essay
   
• 3 letters of recommendation
   
• Official transcripts from all institutes of higher education attended
   
• Official copies of GRE and TOEFL scores

What should the essay include/ be about?
 

• The essay should demonstrate why you want to pursue a Ph.D. in chemistry. What sorts of chemistry do you find interesting? Why Wesleyan?
   

What is the minimum TOEFL score for graduate admission? Can anything be substituted for the TOEFL?
 

• There is no minimum
   
• The TOEFL exam is preferable but any objective evidence of English proficiency may be acceptable.
   

 Are there GPA requirements?
 

• There are not GPA requirements
             

What are the minimum GRE general scores for admission? Is the advance chemistry GRE score required for admission?
 

• We do not have a “minimum” GRE requirement. Admission is offered on the basis of a number of criteria, the GRE scores being one of them
   
• The GRE exam in advanced chemistry is not required but always welcome.
   

Do you offer admission to students for the spring semester?
 

• Occasionally. Apply and we will let you know if a vacancy exists at that time.
   

What are the application deadlines for Fall and Spring admission?
 

• Rolling. Submit as early as possible for the best chance of admissions
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  • Please note that most applications come in between December and February. The admissions committee will begin looking at candidates around January 15th.
     

 Are teaching assistantships offered?
 

• Yes. All students are supported, either as teaching or research assistants.
   

How do I apply?
 

• On-line at http://www.wesleyan.edu/grad/DeptsPrograms/application.html