 How to Apply
for SU Graduate Study
Apply Online
This is the preferred method of application for graduate study at Syracuse University. Online applications can be processed faster and more efficiently than those filed on paper. Click above to access the online application.
Online Application Technical Support
For questions about your online application or for troubleshooting, click the following link to reach online application technical support:
http://embarksupport.zendesk.com
Download PDF Applications
Each school or college has a unique application. Some have designed degree-specific applications. Go to our programs section to determine which college or school your program is in.
To open the PDF document, click on its name below. If you have any difficulty opening or downloading the PDF documents, see specific help directions below.
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International Applicants
International applicants are required to submit Form SUIA along with the graduate application form. Please be advised that any inconsistency in the spelling of your name or inclusion of an invalid address may delay the processing of your application materials. It is strongly recommended that the spelling and order of names be consistent on all application materials and be written exactly as it appears on the applicant's passport. Our International Students page has additional information just for you.
Application, Supplemental Application Materials & Deposit Fee Payment Options
All applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of $75. Application fee waivers are generally not available. If you submit your application by mail, to pay the non-refundable $75 application fee and other fees, you may:
- include a check or money order payable to Syracuse University with your application, or
- pay by Mastercard or Visa credit card by following these instructions:
- Download and Print the payment form below
- Complete all information on form
- Submit with your application material
Graduate Application Form, supplemental materials and payments being mailed —The application form, including answers to all questions and all required materials, must be mailed to this address:
- Enrollment Management Processing Center
Syracuse University
Graduate Admissions Processing
P.O. Box 35060
Syracuse, New York 13235-5060
If you are sending materials using a package delivery company (i.e. FedEx, UPS, DHL), use this address:
- Enrollment Management Processing Center
Syracuse University
Graduate Admissions Processing
621 Skytop Road, Suite 160
Syracuse, New York 13244
Download and Print Payment Form
Select the format you prefer:
Contact the Office of Enrollment Management regarding any application or admission questions.
Check here to see if your program has a deposit fee.
Deadlines
To File an Application
Many programs have deadlines for accepting applications and for first consideration. This information is in the individual applications. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all application materials arrive at Syracuse by any applicable deadlines.
To be considered for merit-based support
Students applying for graduate awards are urged to submit complete admission applications as early as possible. Deadlines for various kinds of awards vary by academic department. Consult specific deadlines for merit-based and need-based awards in the individual applications.
A limited number of awards are available and late applicants will be considered only if funds and appointments remain. All parts of the application package must be received by the University for a candidate to meet deadlines. See individual program applications or contact the program to which your are applying for program specific deadlines and other special requirements.
To Apply for Financial Aid
Graduate applicants who are U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents must first file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after January 1 for summer or fall admission. Do not wait for an admission decision before filing. A FAFSA form may be obtained directly from the U.S. Department of Education website www.fafsa.ed.gov. See financialaid.syr.edu for complete details.
Required Health Materials
Visit our Health page for details regarding mandatory health forms, health fees and services, and health insurance.
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