College of Charleston

General Requirements

Application Portal: All master’s applications must be submitted via the Graduate School online portal, accompanied by a non-refundable application fee. 

Transcripts: Required, with unofficial transcripts acceptable for initial review, but official transcripts are needed for admitted applicants. 

Program-Specific RequirementsRequirements vary depending on the program. Typically include:

Resume or CV

Cover letter or personal statement

Letters of recommendation

Optional standardized tests (GMAT, GRE) if submitted, with GMAT preferred in some programs like Business. 

For example, the Master’s in Environmental Sustainability program requires:

Minimum GPA: 3.0 (undergraduate)

Coursework in biology (2 courses with labs), chemistry (2 with labs), and statistics (1 semester)

Resume, 2 recommendation letters, and a 1–2 page statement of goals. 

International Applicants

Must submit additional documents:

Passport copy

Current U.S. visa (H or J) or residency card—or F-1 status via I-20 if applicable

English proficiency exam (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo) if prior degree was not from a U.S. institution.