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General

How do I apply to UNT as a graduate student?

Apply through UNT GradCAS (the centralized graduate application portal) and select the term you plan to start classes. 

What are the basic steps in the application process?

Start your GradCAS application, upload/submit required materials (for example: resume, statement of purpose, writing samples, letters of recommendation if required by your program), submit required test scores (if your program requires them), and pay the application fee.

Learn more about UNTGradCAS

What are the minimum admission requirements to be considered?

The minimum requirement for admission to any graduate program is a bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. institution or an equivalent credential from a foreign institution, completed prior to the admission term.

Note: Programs may have specific admission requirements and deadlines. Please refer to the program websites for more details.

What documents do I have to submit?

Official transcripts are required from every college or university you have attended and must arrive by the application deadline. The transcripts must show you have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution (or equivalent). If you are applying prior to graduating with your bachelor’s, submit your current transcript to allow for admission consideration. If admitted, you’ll be required to submit a final transcript with your degree posted.

Contact the colleges and universities you have attended about their processes for providing official transcripts. Most institutions provide transcripts to us electronically; all you have to do is request them.

If you previously attended the University of North Texas, you are not required to provide your UNT transcript to the UNT Office of Admissions. We can obtain this from the registrar's office for you. Learn how to submit official documents
What GPA do I need for graduate admission?

Successful applicants have usually met these GPA minimums:

Master’s: 3.00 undergraduate GPA
Doctorate: 3.50 undergraduate GPA
Doctorate: 3.50 master’s-level GPA

Do I need GRE/GMAT/MAT scores?

It depends on the program. UNT indicates you should complete any program-specific required entrance exams and submit scores to UNT Admissions through the testing agency. The admissions page lists reporting codes (for example, GRE 6481; GMAT/MAT codes are also listed). Some programs may allow provisional admission or have substitutions for test scores. Learn more about the graduate entrance exams.

How much is the application fee?

There is a $75 non-refundable application fee. You may pay the application fee by credit card, money order or check. A payment checklist item will be added to your myUNT portal 3-5 days after you submit your application.

How do I use myUNT portal?

You will need to activate your EUID and password before you log into myUNT. Your EUID and PIN will be sent to the email address you provided when you applied. If you have applied but did not receive this email, please contact the Admissions office.

Who is my advisor, and how do I connect with an advisor before I apply?

A graduate advisor is one of the first people you should contact when you are ready to begin; advisors can help with course selection and guidance through thesis/dissertation pathways. The Graduate Advisors page provides program-by-program advisor contact information and instructs you to find your program and then contact the listed advisor.

I’m an international applicant. Are there additional requirements?

Yes. UNT indicates international applicants must meet graduate admission criteria and complete additional steps, such as satisfying English requirements and a review of academic credentials. 

How do I check the status of my application?

Once you have submitted your application, you can track its status through your myUNT portal. This is the primary way to view updates, missing items, decisions, and any required action

What funding options are available for graduate students?

Graduate students may be eligible for financial aid, scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships. Financial aid and scholarship information is available through UNT, and some funding opportunities are offered directly by academic departments.

Can I visit campus before applying?

Yes. UNT offers both in-person and virtual campus tours. These tours provide an opportunity to learn more about campus resources, facilities, and student life.

What are the general application deadlines by term?

Please refer to your intended program website for departmental deadlines that could be earlier than the dates below. Contact your academic department for more information.

For the Fall term, the application deadline is June 15. The international application deadline for Fall is April 15.

For the Summer (3-week session) term, the application deadline is April 15. The international application deadline is January 1.

For the Spring term, the application deadline is October 15. The international application deadline is also October 15.

Who should I contact if I have questions about the application process?

General graduate admissions questions can be directed to the UNT Graduate Admissions team.

Email: gograd@unt.edu
Phone: 940-565-2681

Graduation and Commencement

How do I know that my application for graduation has been received?

If you received an auto-reply that led you to the FAQ's after you clicked “submit”, your application HAS been received.

What do I do if I owe fees for a thesis or dissertation?

You can go to the Student Accounting windows on the first floor of the Eagle Student Services Center, M-F, 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. and have them posted to your student account so you can pay them. Alternately, you can wait to receive an email from the Graduation Office alerting you that they have been posted to your account and need to be paid. It may take 10-14 days after you submit your final paper for this email to arrive since entry/posting is a manual process that has to be done for each paper that is received.

If I have a question about my application should I call to check on it?
No, it's much easier for our staff to check on applications through email correspondence. Please use the graduation@unt.edu address and be sure to include your full name and student ID# in your message.
Will I be notified if there are any missing items or problems with my application?
Yes, you will either receive an email, a phone call, a letter through US mail or a combination of any/all of these types of communication. For this reason, it is important that the contact information you include on your application is accurate. If your information changes, please update it on MyUNT and notify the graduation office by emailing graduation@unt.edu.
If I have questions about formatting my thesis or dissertation, what is the best resource to use?
You are required to format your final thesis in the approved university style. Please see the ETD Manual. If you have specific questions that are not answered in the manual, please contact the Graduate Reader directly.
Why do I have to have an approved degree plan on file before my application can be reviewed?
The degree plan indicates which coursework your department has approved for completion of your degree. It also helps us ensure the coursework listed on your plan is the coursework you have actually completed to fulfill your degree requirements. It is important to review your plan with your advisor so that you have time to make any necessary changes.
What if I can't meet the filing deadline for submitting my paper?
Please notify the Graduate School so your application materials can be forwarded to the next semester. Filing deadlines are available on the Graduation page.
I have an incomplete that will not be finished by the deadline on the calendar. Will I still be able to graduate?
Exceptions to the deadline will only be made if your professor contacts the Graduate School explaining why the deadline cannot be met and when the grade will actually be submitted. Exceptions are not automatically granted, so please adhere to the published deadlines if at all possible.
When will I receive my diploma?
Diplomas are mailed approximately 10 to 12 weeks after the degree is conferred and are sent directly by our vendor to the mailing address you have on file in MyUNT; it is your responsibility to update this if you relocate after commencement.
Where do I get information on commencement, including the schedule?
Information on ceremony times, guest speakers and other commencement information is located on the commencement website. Seating is open at both the Murchison and the coliseum; there is no limit to the number of guests you can invite and tickets are not required for either venue.
I'm not attending commencement. Will my diploma be mailed?
All diplomas are mailed, regardless of whether or not you attend commencement, so please make sure we have your correct address on file! If you relocate, you should immediately visit MyUNT and update your mailing address. If your diploma is not deliverable due to an incorrect address, it will be your responsibility to order a duplicate through the Registrar. There is no fee for a duplicate diploma, and processing time is approximately eight weeks.
When will my degree be posted?
Degrees are posted by the Registrar, usually within three weeks of the graduation ceremony.
Will my major appear on my diploma?
Yes, indeed! Students who graduated prior to Fall 2004 and whose majors did not appear on their diplomas can request a new diploma through the Registrar.
Where do I get regalia for commencement?

Barnes and Noble College is your contact for regalia. Visit their location in the Union or search their website.

If my GPA is really high, can I receive my graduate degree with honors?

Graduating with honors is a distinction reserved only for undergraduate degrees.

Can I register for more classes, even after I have graduated?

In order to register for more classes after graduation, you will need to re-apply for admission. Learn more about admission for Non-Degree Seeking Students.

What about courses that I'm completing at another university for my degree?

Students who complete graduate work at another institution to be applied towards a UNT graduate degree must furnish a complete official transcript of transfer work to the Graduate School. No commitment can be made by UNT concerning the applicability of such work until official records have been received and evaluated.

Due to the time required for receipt and evaluation of transcripts, students who are completing their last course(s) elsewhere will not graduate during the same semester, but will be processed for the next graduation term.

I do not have an available faculty mentor in my department to hood me in the commencement ceremony. Who is going to hood me?

If your mentoring faculty mentor cannot attend the Doctoral and Master Commencement Ceremony, you may select another member of your committee or work with your department and/or committee to identify a UNT faculty member that is available. Please identify that individual in your online RSVP to the ceremony so that the Graduate School can send the individual ceremony information. If you encounter any issues identifying a faculty hooder, please contact the graduate school at (940) 369-5813.

Theses & Dissertations

What if I can't meet the filing deadline for submitting my paper?

Please notify the Graduate School so your application materials can be forwarded to the next semester. Filing deadlines are available on the Graduation webpage.

Where can I find a typist or editor for my dissertation?

The Graduate School has a list of individuals who offer typing and editing services. This listing does not represent any endorsements and advance bookings are recommended. Download our list of editors and typists.

Where can I find information about getting my thesis or dissertation bound?

Traditional binding can provide some tangible sentimental value to all the hard work you've put into your thesis or dissertation. While the Graduate School only accepts electronic versions, if you wish to bind your thesis or dissertation you have a few options. If you are wanting soft cover binding, you can bring your final approved PDF to any copy business (e.g., FedEx Office) and have them bind it. For hardcover binding options, check out the list below. Please understand the list does not imply any kind of recommendation, and other options could be found by doing an Internet search using the term "binderies" or "book binding."

Lastly, there is always the ProQuest option - whether or not you opt in to deposit a copy of dissertation with them, they offer binding options:

Do you offer word processing templates or any support for them?
We don't offer word processing templates for students. However, visual samples of formatting are available.
Do creative ETDs follow the same guidelines as other theses and dissertations?
Creative ETDs follow the same guidelines for the most part, but there are a few specific guidelines that are different. Please see the ETD Manual and the Creative Works sample for more.
Are there formatting requirements for theses and dissertations?
The Theses & Dissertations page is a hub of resources for understanding the review process and formatting requirements,
What is the mailing address?

The mailing address is:

1155 Union Circle #305459
Denton, TX 76203-5459

Federation of North Texas Area Universities (Cross-Registration)

Who is eligible to cross-register?

Graduate students from East Texas A&M, TWU and UNT who are admitted to a master's or doctoral program or pursuing certification may cross-register in graduate level courses that are being used toward their current degree program.

How do I register for a course through the Federation?

All Federation cross-registrations must be completed by the Federation Representatives. Students may not register themselves.

Select a graduate course you wish to take at one of the other Federation institutions by searching their online course schedules. You must meet any course prerequisites and obtain professor or department approval at the course institution if necessary.

Links to Course Schedules:

Check with your graduate advisor to see if the course you wish to take will meet a specific program requirement. Obtain advisor approval, if necessary. UNT students will complete the online cross-registration form.  East Texas A&M and TWU students will complete a Federation Cross-Registration form and return it by email to the Federation Representative at your home institution.

How will I know if I am cross-registered?

Your Federation Representative will notify you by email when you are registered at both institutions. You will pay for your classes at your home institution, and you will not receive a bill or transcript from the course institution.

You will attend face-to-face courses at the course institution, and you will set up an account on the web-based learning management system at the course institution (i.e., MyLeo at East Texas A&M and Canvas at TWU and UNT) for both face-to-face and online courses.

How do I drop a course if I decide not to take it?

You MUST contact your Federation Representative, preferably by email, to request to drop a course so that you will be dropped at both institutions.

Note:  You may not drop a Federation course through your university's online registration system or through the Registrar's Office at either institution. Failure to contact your Federation Representative to drop a course could result in academic penalty (i.e., grade of F or WF).

In addition, you must submit your drop request by the deadline on the posted academic calendar.  If the two institutions have different drop deadlines, you must submit your request by the earlier of the two deadlines. Failure to drop by the earliest deadline may result in academic penalty (i.e., grade of F or WF).

How do I add a course if I am already registered for a Federation course?

UNT students should submit a online cross-registration form for each additional course they wish to take.

East Texas A&M and TWU students should list the course you wish to add on your existing Federation Cross Registration form, and re-submit it to your Federation Representative before the academic calendar deadline for course adds.

You may NOT add a Federation course yourself even if you have access to the course institution's online registration system.

How will I get my grade for the Federation course?

The Federation Representative at the course institution will notify the Federation Representative at the home institution of the official grade earned in the course. The Federation Representative or the Registrar at the home institution will post Federation grades to students' home institution transcripts.

Will my transcript show the title of the course I took through the Federation?

Yes, the course number, course title and course institution name will appear on the home institution transcript. You will not receive a transcript from the course institution.

Why don't I have a grade for the Federation course I took this semester?

If the academic calendars of the home institution and the course institution are different, there could be a delay in posting grades to the home institution transcript.