English (Rhetoric and Writing Studies Emphasis)

Below are the requirements for international applicants:

1. Bachelor’s degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution
2. Eligibility for admission with a 3-year bachelor's degree are determined on a case by case basis
3. Minimum undergraduate grade point average (on a 4.0 scale):
   • 2.75 for a master’s degree
   • 3.0 for a doctoral degree
4. Online application
5. Official transcripts (statement of marks) from every institution attended for a complete history of your education. Certified English translations of all transcripts must be submitted. Transcripts must be requested from the issuing institution, in the country of origin, in a sealed envelope by the graduating institution. This is important – applicants cannot be responsible for sealing the envelopes themselves. An official English translation should be included. Read the international FAQ to help you get your transcripts to the University of Nevada, Reno on time.
6. Official GRE or GMAT test scores from an exam taken within the past 5 years (exam requirement and recommended scores are determined by individual programs)
7. Official Duolingo, TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson, or Cambridge English exam scores if your educational history is from a non-English speaking country.*
   Minimum score requirements. (Please note: Your program may require higher scores than the Graduate School minimums.)
   1. Duolingo: 105
   2. TOEFL: 79 IBT (including Home Edition and Paper Edition) or 8.5 (Essentials)
   3. IELTS: 6.5 (academic version)
   4. Pearson (PTE): 59
   5. Cambridge: 176
8. Your resume or curriculum vitae
9. Statement of purpose
10. Letters of recommendation, per program-specific requirements (your recommenders will be notified by email after you complete your online application.)

After your admittance, the Office of International Students & Scholars will require information on your financial data and visa before you can register for classes, so get started early!