Graduate Admissions
Students who wish to pursue a PhD degree in the Department of Global Gender and Sexuality Studies must create an account and submit an online application:
Application Deadline
For priority consideration for Fall admission of the following year, applicants are encouraged to apply by December 15th.
Application Instructions
Applicants must gather and submit the following materials with the online application:
- Curriculum Vitae (Resume)
- Personal Statement (1-2 pages)
- Academic Writing Sample (10-15 pages)
- Three Letters of Recommendation. As part of the application, you will be asked to identify three individuals who will submit letters on your behalf.
- Unofficial transcript(s) from every institution you have previously attended, to include all undergraduate or graduate coursework. (Official transcripts will be required upon admission.)
- Official GRE score report (optional, but recommended)
- GRE scores should be submitted to the department via ETS.org. The institution code is 2925.
- International students should review the International Admissions tab for additional requirements.
Non-refundable application fee: $75
After you submit your UB graduate application, you’ll be prompted to make your payment online by credit card or ACH through Nelnet.
U.S. citizens or current permanent residents may request a fee waiver through the application portal after completing the graduate application and uploading all required materials.
Contact Us
For questions about the graduate application process, please contact the Director of Graduate Studies.
