How to Apply

Application Steps

Select Your Discipline

Submit an Application

Undergo Holistic Review

Receive an Admission Decision

Step 1: Select Your Discipline

A graduate degree from Elon University comes with national rankings and recognitions for academic excellence. Colleagues and employers are confident in the preparation delivered by an Elon education.

Elon sign in the quad on campus

Non-Degree Seeking

Step 2: Submit Your Application

Apply

Students can apply to Elon University Graduate programs two ways. The Elon application is more streamlined and allows for instant uploads and quicker decisions. Some programs participate in a centralized application system where students can apply to multiple schools at once.

Elon Applications

Centralized Applications

Step 3: Undergo Holistic Admissions

In addition to an application, we may request any/all of the following:

Interview

Some graduate programs will require an interview, or provide optional interviews. This helps the admissions committee get to know you as an academic on an even greater personal level.

Transcripts

For any courses completed in post-secondary education, official transcripts will need to be sent. Contact any prior institution’s registrar office to inquire about how to send your official transcripts. Some graduate programs will accept unofficial transcripts for initial decisions.

Writing Component

Some programs might require a writing component in the form of short essays, personal statement and/or answers to writing prompts. The purpose of the writing component is for the admissions committee to get a better sense of who the applicant is outside of academics.

Resume

Some graduate programs will require a resume to demonstrate professional experience and highlight achievements and skills applicable to certain graduate programs.

Letter(s) of Recommendation

Depending on your program, you will need to provide at least one professional letter of recommendation. This letter should not be from a relative or friend, rather should be from a current or former professor, supervisor or other professional source. Check with individual programs for requirements regarding the letters of recommendation.

Evidence of English Language Proficiency*

Elon University accepts TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo as evidence of English proficiency. *This admission requirement is only for students whom English is not their primary language.

Step 4: Receive an Admission Decision

Stand Apart. Stay Ahead

There are specific traits and experiences gained through the Elon student experience that give an extra edge to our graduates.

The Elon Signature Experiences

Leadership

Students work collaboratively within diverse communities, gaining the confidence and competence to put innovative ideas into action for positive change.

Global Experience

Elon University has been ranked among the top study abroad experiences in the nation and is committed to providing global experience opportunities to graduate students.

Experiential Learning

Elon’s nationally recognized Student Professional Development Center counselors work with students to help with resumes and strong networking skills.

Community Engagement

Graduate students at Elon have opportunities and are encouraged to participate in service-learning that connects classroom work with needs in the community.

Professional Inquiry

Through engaged learning and dedicated mentorship, students develop essential research and critical thinking skills that are crucial for advancing their discipline after graduation.