How to Apply—PhD Candidates

Each applicant must submit the following documents to the College of Graduate Studies:

APPLY ONLINE
Institution Code Number

2547

• One completed College of Graduate Studies' Application form.
  Apply Online (above)
  If you have difficulty acessing the online application, please contact the college office: 315 464-7655.
  
• Three original Letters of Reference from people familiar with your academic record and potential for investigative research.
  Recommendation letters can be scanned and sent via email to admiss@upstate.edu but MUST be on college letterhead and signed with a pen signature or electronic signature.
  (Download 3 copies of the Recommendation Form  )
  
• Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended.
  
• Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
  (The advanced subject test is helpful, but not required.)
  The institution code number is 2547.
  
• $40 Application Fee
  Make checks payable to: SUNY Upstate Medical University

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