Department of Chemistry

College of Science

Steps for International Applicants

1. Complete the Department of Chemistry Online Application
2. Complete the Texas A&M University Online Application
3. Send official GRE scores to Texas A&M University
4. Send official TOEFL scores to Texas A&M University
5. Send 2 copies of your official transcripts to the Department of Chemistry
6. Send 3 letters of recommendation to the Department of Chemistry
7. Send your personal statement to the Department of Chemistry (if not included on your applications)
8. Send your resume to the Department of Chemistry (optional)

Your application is complete when the above items have been received by:

Graduate Program Office
Texas A&M University
P.O. Box 30012
College Station, TX 77842-3012

Frequent Questions

What is the application deadline?
The application deadline for the Fall 2010 semester is January 15, 2010.

Which applications am I required to submit?
Two application forms must be completed: the Chemistry Department application and the Texas A&M University application.

Is there an application fee?
Yes, international applicants are required to pay a $75 application fee. However, if you are an international applicant who has earned, or will earn a four year BS or BA degree from a college or university in the United States you will not be required to pay this fee.  If you are in this category, when prompted for a payment method from the Texas A&M University application,
please select  "Check" as your method of payment.

Can I be admitted without Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores?
We can make a decision on your application with self-reported scores, but we must have official scores to formally admit you into the program.

How do I send my Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores?
Official scores from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) must be sent by Educational Testing Services to Texas A&M University, Code 6003.

Is the GRE Subject Test in Chemistry required?
The GRE Subject Test in Chemistry is strongly recommended but not required. The GRE Subject Test is a highly valuable tool for evaluating the international applicants.

Can I be admitted without official transcripts?
We can make a decision on your application using unofficial transcripts, but we must have all official post-secondary education transcripts to formally admit you into the program. Texas A&M University requires transcripts in your native language plus an official English language translation.

Where do I send my transcripts?
Official transcripts for all post-secondary education must be sent to:

Graduate Program Office,
Texas A&M University
P.O. Box 30012
College Station, TX 77842-3012

Are official TOEFL Scores required?
We can make a decision on your application using self-reported scores; however, we must receive official scores to formally admit you into the program. The ability of the applicant to speak, read, and write the English Language is required for acceptance into the graduate program.

What are the minimum TOEFL Scores?
A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper test), 213 (computerized), or 100 (internet) is required.

Is the Test of Spoken English (TSE) required?
The Test of Spoken English (TSE) is not required, but is HIGHLY recommended.

Are letters of recommendation required?
Three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with your ability to conduct research and/or be successful in a graduate program are required. One letter should come from your research supervisor if you have conducted research.

Is a personal statement required?
A personal statement expressing your reason for pursuing advanced studies in chemistry is required. You may also want to add information about how you learned of our program or if there are specific special programs or training grants involving Chemistry faculty that attracted you.

My question is not listed. How do I contact the Graduate Program Office?
Please send an email to gradmail@mail.chem.tamu.edu.