Application Information

Application Deadlines

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Step 1) CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT AND BEGIN APPLICATION

• To begin your application click on the Apply Yourself link above, use the following link or copy and paste this link into a web browser: https://futureu.admissions.utah.edu/apply/
• Read the information on the page, then create a new account by clicking the "Create Account" button
• Should you experience any problems during the application process, please click on the "Technical Support" button for assistance. Questions about the requirements may be directed to Pam Mitchell.

Step 2) Complete the Online application

• NOTE: All sections within the application can be accessed at any time using the links at the left side of the page. However, it is recommended that on your first pass through the application that you start with the Personal Data section and use the "Save and Continue" button at the bottom of each section to advance through the application.
• If you do not complete all questions in the residency sections of the application, you will be classified as a non-resident for tuition purposes.
• MS/PhD applicants: Please choose up to three professors from the drop-down lists with whom you are interested in working.  It is strongly recommended that you consult with these professors during the application process.
• MSGIS applicants: Be sure to mark the question relating to full-time or part-time student status under the Applicant Survey section.  Also, supply the relevant work experience and pre-requisite information.  

Step 3) UPLOAD REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Unofficial transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae-Resume
• Statement of Purpose
• Writing Sample-Essay-Publication

Step 4) RECOMMENDATIONS

Be sure to select "Yes" to the question "Will this provider be submitting the letter of recommendation online?"  Log in to your application regularly to check the status of your recommendations. Contact each recommender to verify receipt of the email notification. Resend notifications to recommenders who have not submitted in a timely manner.

NOTE: Inform your recommenders that notification emails will indicate "University of Utah – Graduate" as the sender, but the email will come from support@hobsons.com

Step 5) CHECK YOUR APPLICATION

Using the links at the left side of the page, go back through each section of the application and review it for completeness. Once you are satisfied with your application, click the "Check Your Application" link (last link on left side of page). Any incomplete answers found will need to be completed before submitting your application.

Step 6) SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

After you have carefully reviewed your application, click the "Submit" button at the top of the page.

NOTE: Changes cannot be made to your application after submission.   Additional documents may be uploaded, however, it is recommended that you notify the Department by email when adding documents after submission.

Step 7) PAY THE APPLICATION FEE

After you submit your application, you will be asked if you want to pay the fee at the time of submission (online with a credit card) or at a later date. We highly recommend paying the application fee at the time of submission with a credit card. Applications will not be processed until the application fee has been paid. The University of Utah and the Department of Geography have different application deadlines. You must submit your application by the Department of Geography deadlines (refer to the table at the top of this page) to be considered for admission.

Step 8) CHECK YOUR EMAIL REGULARLY

For the academic MS and PhD programs, the application review process will not begin until after the submission deadline. It may take several weeks to complete the process before applicants will be contacted. In most cases, applicants are notified around the end of January.

For the professional MSGIS, the applications are open until May 1st.  You should receive notification by June 1st.

tracking your application status

If you are admitted, you will receive an official Letter of Acceptance from the Office of Admissions in the mail.  If you have not received your acceptance letter, then check your progress on the admissions website.  If you received your Letter of Acceptance in the mail, then you may still need to send us final documentation. Check your status now.

Interviews

The department has a small amount of funding for domestic graduate applicants who are interested in visiting the University of Utah before making their decision. Please inquire with the Director of Graduate Studies.

Thank you for your interest in the graduate program at the University of Utah Department of Geography.  If you have additional questions about the application process, contact Pam Mitchell.  Decisions will be communicated to applicants by email AFTER February 24.