How to Apply

Below is a step-by-step guide on how to apply to Purdue University’s online graduate programs. If you are interested in applying for an undergraduate program or registering for a professional development program, please visit the specific program’s webpage.

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Prepare Your Graduate Application Documents

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Schedule an appointment with an Online Graduate Program Enrollment Counselor

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Deciding to apply to Graduate School is exciting, but it can also feel like a daunting task. We are here to help make sure the process is clear and that you feel prepared to submit your application confidently.

Prepare Your Graduate Application Documents

• Review the application checklist and required documents for your intended online program’s application.
• Most programs require a resume, academic statement of purpose, personal history statement, and academic transcripts. Other program applications require GRE scores and supplemental documents. It is important to make sure you have all that is required prior to applying.
• Have the e-mail addresses of your Letter of Recommendation writers on hand to input into appropriate section in the application.
• If you are an international student:
  • Ensure you have copies of your English Language Proficiency test scores. English Language Proficiency Requirements for the Purdue University Graduate School.
  • Ensure your international transcripts are transcribed into English. If the documents are not in English, you must upload an English translation certified by the college or university which issued it.
  • Include documents required by country.

  Start Your Graduate Application

  The Graduate School Application is completely online, making it an easy process to upload documents and save your progress as you go.

  You can apply to up to three graduate programs. If your intended program is offered in an online (distance) format, it is listed under the West Lafayette/Main Campus.

  Paying the application fee is the final step to ensure your application is submitted.

  Start Your Undergraduate Application

  Ready to apply? Visit the application page to get started. Click on the Veterinary Nursing Distance Learning (VNDL) link to get started.

  Be Mindful of Application Deadlines

  Don’t wait until it’s too late to apply: Prepare to submit early and be mindful of the deadline to ensure your specific online graduate program application is processed on time. Application deadlines differ for undergraduate residential programs.

  Undergraduate program deadlines supported by Purdue University Online (VNDL):

  Spring: November 1
  Summer: April 1
  Fall: June 1

  Need Extra Help?

  Do you have a question about a specific document for your graduate application? Do you need assistance in completing the Graduate School application? Are you unsure if you meet all of the admission qualifications for your intended graduate program? You can contact an online graduate program enrollment counselor at POApply@purdue.edu to get the answers to all of your online graduate application questions.

  Have a question about your undergraduate application for the Veterinary Nursing Distance Learning (VNDL) program? Visit the admissions page for more information.