How to Apply

1.  Apply online at:
gpadmissions.osu.edu/apply/grad.html

There is a non-refundable application fee. ($60-domestic applicants/ $70-international applicants).
Current or former Ohio State undergraduate students, previous Ohio State graduate students, and participants in a number of student programs may be eligible for an application fee waiver > More info

Search for Academic Program/Plan: Plant Health Management

Indicate Columbus campus (even though you may be taking classes or doing an internship at other locations).

For the MPHM-Online program, select the Program Data tab > ONL sub-plan.

2. Transcripts

Submit transcripts or record of marks for each university-level school attended.  This includes transcripts for transfer and/or summer courses taken at other universities, even if the transfer credits/grades are posted on transcripts of institutions from which you have earned a degree.  Include English translations of any foreign documents.  (for coursework taken at Ohio State, the Ohio State transcripts do not need to be uploaded)

Applicants can now upload electronic copies of transcripts in the online application process.  Applicants can upload one transcript per institution attended. > gpadmissions.osu.edu/resources/contact-us 

► Please note that official transcripts (sent directly from the college or university) will be required if admitted to the university.

2. Low GPA (below 3.0 for last degree earned) (if applicable)

Applicants whose GPA is below 3.0 a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale or equivalent) for the last bachelor's or advanced degree earned can still be considered for admission but should contact the MPHM program for guidance, Monica Lewandowski, lewandowski.52@osu.edu  

3. English Proficiency

(if applicable)

Applicants whose native language is not English must submit a recent, official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), Duolingo, IELTS or other acceptable English proficiency test. TOEFL scores should be sent to Ohio State (Institutional code 1592).  More information is below:

Specific test requirements on the Graduate Admissions website:
gpadmissions.osu.edu/intl/english-proficiency.html

4. Statement of Intent

1-2-page statement of intent describing your professional goals, as well as relevant work, and academic experience.  It may be helpful to include autobiographical or other information as it relates to your motivations and interests in pursuing a MPHM degree at Ohio State.

The statement of intent and curriculum vitae/resume can be uploaded with your on-line application as Word or pdf file.

Tip: If you're unsure about how to write a statement of intent for graduate study, an internet search will yield many articles and resources with advice (aka personal essay, personal statement or statement of purpose).
Look for resources that specifically address graduate applications.  Explore several sites for suggestions that apply to you.

5. Three Letters of Recommendation

Three letters of recommendation from professional references familiar with your qualifications and potential for graduate study.
The MPHM program accepts online submission of letters OR paper letters/reference forms by mail:

a. Electronic submission
Applicants can submit the names and e-mail addresses of 3 references in the online application process.  The references will receive e-mail instructions for completing the online recommendation process.  Letters of recommendation on letterhead can be uploaded as pdf or Word forms in this process.

Applicants can also log into their application status to verify submission of recommendation letters, and to send remeinders to references for letters.

b. Paper copies
If your recommender(s) would rather submit letters by mail, paper copies written on recommenders' original letterhead stationery may be mailed to the MPHM Graduate Program.  If letters are submitted online, paper copies do not need to be sent by mail.

Paper copies must be accompanied by a completed Ohio State Reference Form: admissions.osu.edu/apps/pdfs/refer.pdf
Applicants should fill out page 1 of the reference form, and request that the recommender complete page 2 (this is for paper submission only and is not necessary if the online submission process was used).  The recommender should mail the reference form with the letter to:

MPHM Graduate Program
The Ohio State University
201 Kottman Hall, 2021 Coffey Rd
Columbus OH  43210   USA

6. Curriculum Vita or Resume

A 1-2 page document detailing your previous work and educational experience, academic, and professional activities and honors, publications, and other relevant information.