Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need transcripts?

Yes, we would need 2 official copies of any school you have attended. We need an English version if you have attended schools outside of the United States.

Do I only have to answer the essay questions for the department?

Yes, you will need to answer the essay questions that are listed on our website. We also require three recommendations.

How do I get a link to send to my recommenders? Can they submit the letter by regular mail?

The link to the recommenders is on the online application. You may cut and paste the link to the recommender online or they may send it by regular mail. If you are having the letter of recommendation sent by regular mail, please address the letter to the attention of Ms. Donna Sisk, UGA, Terry College of Business, 350 Brooks Hall, Athens, GA 30602.

How will I find out if I am accepted?

The Graduate School must concur with the departmental admissions committee decision before it becomes official. An "official acceptance letter" will be mailed by the Graduate School. Prior to the receipt of the graduate school's official notification, any notification of acceptance communicated by the Terry College, either verbally or written, is considered "pending graduate school approval" and is unofficial.

How do I check to see if you have all of my materials?

You would need to go the Graduate School website to check on the progress of your application. If you would like to see if your essays and recommendations have been received, contact Donna Sisk.

Is it possible to submit an application with GRE results pending?

You may go ahead and apply before you take the GRE. When you take the GRE, you will get an unofficial copy that you can fax or mail to Donna Sisk. The fax number is 706-542-5351 (please remember to address it to the attention of Donna Sisk). The address is Donna Sisk, UGA, Terry College of Business, 354 Brooks Hall, Athens, GA 30602. You will not have to have an official copy unless you are accepted into the program. Your application will not be reviewed until we receive a copy of the GRE.

What is the deadline?

Departments will start considering applicants beginning January 4. Admissions are done on a rolling basis. While students may be admitted through May, the likelihood of receiving financial assistance declines over time.

Can I submit the GMAT rather than the GRE?

You can submit either the GRE or GMAT if you are applying to the Business Administration area for your PhD. The only area that requires GRE is Economics.

Do I have to submit a TOEFL score?

Yes, all international students whose native language is not English and wish to be considered for financial aid must submit a TOEFL iBT score along with the application, regardless of the graduating institution. Strong preference will be given to students scoring 26 or higher on the iBT Speak Test, which is the college standard for serving as an instructor of record. Students who have iBT Speak scores of 24 or 25 may be admitted but may be required to take some coursework in conversational English as well.

Do I need to submit a PPI Evaluation Report?

The PPI is totally optional in the Terry College of Business. It is not required and it is not used as an admissions criterion.