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CS Graduate Programs

Frequently Asked Questions

Many frequently asked questions about the application process are available at http://gradadmissions.osu.edu/faqs/.

What program code should I use on the online application?

The program codes for the graduate programs in consumer sciences are:

Where should I send my references and statement of purpose? May I send everything to the Graduate Admissions Office?

Graduate Admissions needs the following items: your online application and fee, test scores, and transcripts.

All other documents should be sent directly to the Consumer Sciences graduate program, including transcripts, reference forms, statement of purpose and any other supplemental application materials your graduate program may require. The Admissions Office does not retain copies of such documents should they be received in error. Please be aware that sending references and statements of purpose to the Graduate Admissions Office will delay or impede the processing of your application. To ensure that your department receives your materials promptly, please send supporting material directly to:

Consumer Sciences Graduate Programs
231 Campbell Hall
1787 Neil Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210

What are my chances of being admitted for graduate study in consumer sciences?

Admission requirements include a cumulative grade-point average (GPA) equivalent to at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in all prior undergraduate college-level course work and GRE (General Record Exam) or GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) above the 60th percentile. The GRE or GMAT exams must have been taken within the past five years. These thresholds are minimum levels.

In reality, higher GPAs and GRE/GMATs are needed to be competitive for admission. For academic year 2008-2009, the average verbal and quantitative GRE of entering students was at the 75th percentile and the average on the new writing component of the GRE was 4.0. For applicants submitting GMAT, the average was also at the 75th percentile. In addition, most admitted students have an undergraduate GPA over 3.5. Admission decisions are based, however, on a student's whole record and special consideration is given to students with unique talents and backgrounds. Students whose native language is not English (and who have not received a degree from an American university) must provide TOEFL, MELAB or IELTS scores.

What are the graduate admission deadlines for the Department of Consumer Sciences?

Students are admitted to graduate programs in the Department of Consumer Sciences for Autumn Quarter only and applications must be received by May 1st. To be fully considered for financial support, international student applications are due by November 30th and domestic student applications are due by January 15th.

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