Graduate Admissions

Chemical Engineering Program

Frequently asked Questions about Admissions

Q: What is the application deadline, and what is the next available term?

A: We are only open for admission once a year for fall quarter. The next available term is Fall 2010 and the application deadline is January 13, 2010.

Q: What does a complete application include?

A:

• Online Application
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Official transcripts from all institutions attended
• General GRE Score
• TOEFL Score (required for all international students)

Q: What are the ETS Department Codes for the GRE and TOEFL exam scores to be sent to?

A:

UCSD	code 4836
Department (CENG)	code 1001

Q: What is the minimum/average GRE score?

A: There is no minimum GRE score set by the Department or University. However, our faculty look highly upon the quantitative score for the GRE. Most of our admitted students have close to an 800 in that section. We, in general, do not admit students below a 700 in that section, 1100 overall.

Q: What is the minimum TOEFL score?

A: The following are the University issued minimum TOEFL scores (they vary upon type of TOEFL test taken):

PBT 550
CBT 213
IBT 80
IELTS Band 7

Q: Where can I find out more information about the GRE and TOEFL?

A: This test is not affiliated with the University of California, San Diego. Please visit the Education Testing Services website for complete, detailed information about each exam.

Q: Can I contact faculty about research opportunities?

A: Yes, feel free to contact faculty directly to ask any specific engineering questions, inquire about research opportunities, or to ask about potential financial assistance. Please be aware that faculty are very busy and may take quite some time to return your emails and phone calls.

Please reference our faculty list. This list will aid in finding faculty currently working in specific areas of study.

Q: How can I check the status of my application?

A: There is no need to check the status of your application. If you are missing any part of your application, you will be contacted directly by the Graduate Student Advisor for the Chemical Engineering Program.

Q: When is the TOEFL waived?

A: The TOEFL is required of all international students. The only exceptions to this rule are as follows:

• If the student is a permanent resident.
• If the student has already been awarded a degree from a US institution of higher education.

Q: What is the timeline to hear a result?

A: If a student applies by the January 13th deadline, they can expect an admission result (via email) by the middle of March.

Q: Where do I send transcripts and additional hard copy materials?

A: Please send all transcripts and additional hard copy materials to the following address:

Attn: Renee Gramlich
Department of NanoEngineering
University of California, San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive MC 0448
La Jolla, CA 92093-0448