The language of instruction at Penn State is English. All applicants must satisfy the English language requirements set by the graduate school Policy GCAC-305. All international applicants must take and submit scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System). The institution code is 2660, Penn State Univ., University Park, PA. International applicants are exempt from the TOEFL/IELTS requirement who have received a baccalaureate or a graduate degree from a college/university/institution located in these countries.
As part of the online application process, applicants are required to electronically upload copies of transcripts (or equivalent documents for institutions outside the U.S., e.g., degree/study certificates, diplomas, etc.) from all post-secondary institutions attended, in the language of instruction (and copies of an official English translation if English is not the language of instruction). Applicants recommended for admission who accept an offer through the online graduate admission system will be notified by the Graduate School that official/original transcripts/documents must be sent from the originating institutions in the official language of the institution(s) attended (and if the language of instruction is not English, an official English translation must also be sent).
Career Statement (1-2 pages). Please include the following information:
Reasons for choosing animal science as a career and your plans for the future.
Particular research interests and career goals.
Faculty member(s) with whom you are interested in working.
Hobbies or other special interests.
Any challenges you have had to overcome in your pursuit of higher education.
If applicable, previous graduate work or research experience.
If applicable, internship and/or co-op experience.
If applicable, previous experience in animal farms/industry or elsewhere.
External financial means (scholarships etc.) to support graduate work.
Three letters of recommendation. Preference is for reviewers to upload their letters directly to the University. Applicant should include references' contact information in the application and after it is submitted references will receive an email with instructions on how to upload their letter. We will, however, accept letters in any manner convenient to the reviewer.
