Applying for graduate studies in the Energy, Environment & Society or the Environmental Resources Engineering program involves several steps.
- Step 1: You can fill the form to apply for admission on the internet through the following address: http://www.csumentor.com. You may also pay the application fee (currently $55) through this site using a credit card. If you prefer to pay with a check, you should send it to the address indicated on the "csumentor.com" website. Some California residents may qualify for an application fee waiver.
Step 2: The following information should be submitted to the Humboldt State University Graduate Program Coordinator
Graduate Program Coordinator
Office of Research and Graduate Studies
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA 95521
Phone: (707) 826-3947- TWO OFFICIAL transcripts from each university previously attended.
- A list of any course work in progress and/or projected prior to admission into the Environmental Systems graduate program.
- OFFICAL test scores from the aptitude (verbal, quantitative, and analytical) section of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Students residing in another country may request to have the GRE requirement waived.
- A 500 word "statement of objectives" which must include your reasons for pursuing a master's degree, your interest in the specific program within the Environmental Systems graduate degree program, and other information about your background and interests.
- At least two (preferably three) letters of recommendation from people who can assess your potential as a graduate student. These letters should be sent directly by the recommender (not by the applicant). No special form is required.
- An up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume that includes a summary of your relevant academic, work, and volunteer experiences, as well as any honors, awards, skills, publications, etc. that you would like to highlight.
Step 3: If you are an international student applicant, please visit the Graduate Application Process page for information about how to apply. Please note that international students must submit TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores. These scores and the other material indicated at the site should be submitted to:
International Student Admissions
Humboldt State University
1 Harpst St.
Arcata, CA 95521-8299
USA
Additional information for graduate student applications can be found on the International Graduate Information page.
Deadlines for Submission of Application Materials
All application materials should be submitted during the appropriate initial application filing period.
Fall Semester Admission
November 1 to March 15 (i.e. March 15 deadline)Spring Semester Admission
August 1 to October 15 (i.e. October 15 deadline)Applications submitted after the filing period may be considered on a first-come, first-served basis according to space availability. A late completion fee (currently $25) is imposed, in addition to the regular application fee, on applications filed within one month of the start of the semester.
Financial Resources for Graduate Students
Many graduate students in the EES and ERE programs receive financial support. See the Financial Resources page for additional information.