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Global Urban Studies

Urban Systems - Global Urban Studies (PHD) Newark

Deadlines
  U.S. Non-U.S.
Fall 2025 Jan 1, 2025 Jan 1, 2025
Fall 2026 Jan 1, 2026 Jan 1, 2026

The Graduate School - Newark

Program Requirements

Official transcripts of all prior academic work, 3 letters of recommendation (at least two from professors, if possible), writing sample (e.g. an academic paper or professional report), written statement of purpose, official GRE scores, TOEFL scores for non-native English speakers For nondegree: see footnote below.

Test Requirements

GRE scores are required for all applicants. TOEFL scores are required for non-native English speakers. Rutgers University-Newark accepts the Duolingo English Test. The Duolingo English Test is an online English language proficiency test that can be taken via a camera-enabled computer. When you receive your results, you can share your scores with Rutgers-Newark. The minimum Duolingo score is 130.