Applying for Graduate Admission

Applications to all graduate programs at SUNY Plattsburgh are processed by the graduate admissions office in Plattsburgh, New York.

How to Apply for a Graduate Program

Step 1: Complete and Submit the Graduate Admissions Application

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This application should be the first document you submit — do not wait for letters of recommendation, transcripts or other required documents to arrive to submit the application.
Within 72 hours of submitting your application, you will receive access to your application portal via email which will allow you to upload additional documents and track the progress of your application.

Step 2: Submit Additional Application Documents

Additional application documents required are program specific and can be found below.
Official transcripts must be submitted directly from your prior institution via electronic upload or mail. All prior college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate, if applicable) are required.

Step 3: Attend a Faculty Interview

Interviews will be coordinated with you by your program faculty.
Not all programs require interviews. If your program requires an interview it will be listed within the required application documents below.

Step 4: Check your Admissions Portal and Email for Updates

Once an admissions decision has been made, you will be notified via email.
You can always check your admissions portal for status updates on missing checklist items or your admissions decision.

Admissions Requirements & Program-Related Documents

Additional items may be needed for your application based on program. These documents can be submitted after submitting the primary graduate admissions application above.