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International Graduate Admissions

Graduate Programs in Software (GPS) and the University of St. Thomas welcome applications from prospective international students. We are proud to have a culturally diverse student body representing nations from all across the globe. International students represent nearly 30 percent of the Graduate Programs in Software student body.

Due to the many unique international student situations, all questions regarding Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Optional Practical Training (OPT) or requirements pertaining to your visa status should be directed to the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS).

We encourage all international students who live outside of the United States to apply at least four months prior to the start of the term in which you desire entry.

Contact

Graduate Admissions

Email
gradengineering@stthomas.edu
Phone Number
651-962-6190

Requirements for International Student Admissions

To apply for admission to a master's degree program, you will need the following:

  • A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a regionally-accredited educational institution in the U.S. (or international equivalent).
  • An overall grade-point-average (GPA) of at least 2.7 out of 4.0.

Note: The GRE or GMAT is not required for admission to Graduate Programs in Software. We do not require any graduate entrance exam.

Semester Start and Application Submission Dates

Applications for Admission are accepted on an ongoing basis. You may begin your graduate program in the fall (beginning of September), spring (late January/early February), or summer (late May/early June).

Permanent Residents and H-1B visa recipients:

Submit your completed application for admission at least one month before the semester starts. If the application submission target date has passed for your desired start term, please reach out to gradengineering@stthomas.edu. 

  • Fall semester starts early September.
    Fall application target submission date: August 1
  • Spring semester starts late January/early February. 
    Spring application target submission date: January 1
  • Summer semester starts late May/early June. 
    Summer application target submission date: May 1

International applicants currently living in the U.S.:

Submit your completed application for admission at least two months before the semester starts. If the application submission target date has passed for your desired start term, please reach out to gradengineering@stthomas.edu. 

  • Fall semester starts early September.
    Fall application target submission date: July 1
  • Spring semester starts late January/early February. 
    Spring application target submission date: December 1
  • Summer semester starts late May/early June. 
    Summer application target submission date: April 1

International applicants living outside of the U.S.:

Submit your completed application for admission at least four months before the semester starts. If the application submission target date has passed for your desired start term, please reach out to gradengineering@stthomas.edu. 

  • Fall semester starts early September.
    Fall application target submission date: May 1
  • Spring semester starts late January/early February.
    Spring application target submission date: October 1
  • Summer semester starts late May/early June.
    Summer application target submission date: February 1