Graduate Application Requirements

Submitting a complete application is an important part of the holistic admissions process. To confirm that your application is complete and eligible, make sure you meet the below requirements.

1. Application for Admission to Graduate Study

Submit a complete application including all required supplements as outlined on this page and in the application instructions.

2a. English Language Proficiency

Present valid and official results confirming English Language Proficiency typically through one of the following options: 

• TOEFL iBT – refer to target score here.
  
• IELTS Academic – refer to target score here.
• English Language Proficiency Test Waiver – Native and near-native speakers are eligible for a waiver. For more information, please read the English Language Proficiency Test Waiver. To apply for a waiver, submit an application at admissions.aua.am/apply. AUA graduates within past five years do not need to apply for a waiver: they receive it automatic.
• Internal Assessment – This assessment will be offered during an extended admission interview when applicants may also be assessed on their English speaking, listening, and writing skills. The internal assessment may be conducted in a different format by each program. Applicants should note that both the AUA’s Graduate Academic Programs and the Graduate Admissions Committees will give preference to applicants (with the exception of MBA) who meet English language proficiency through the TOEFL iBT (including Home Edition) test or IELTS Academic (including Indicator) test, or are approved for a Waiver. The AUA Internal Assessment for English is NOT available for MAIRD, MPA and MATEFL applicants.

Score Validity and Reporting

For admission at AUA, the TOEFL iBT/IELTS Academic scores are valid for two years. This means you must ensure to take the exam within two years before the submission date of your application. Official test scores should be sent to AUA directly from the testing service, using AUA’s institution codes as noted below:

• TOEFL iBT – 4151
• IELTS Academic – 40 Baghramyan Ave, Yerevan

2b. Graduate Standardized Tests

Depending on your selected field of study, certain programs require official Graduate School Admissions Exam results through one of the below-mentioned options. For the list of the programs that require the test, visit here.

• GRE (quantitative section) / GMAT (quantitative section), or LSAT 
• Internal Assessment
• GRE/GMAT and LSAT Test Waiver (for eligible applicants, as described below)

None of these tests are required of MATEFL, MAIRD, MPA, and MAHRSJ applicants.

Internal Assessment: The MPH, MSM, MBA, MSE, MSCIS, and MEIESM programs offer an internal assessment for applicants unable to take the GRE or GMAT. To apply for an Internal Assessment download, complete and attach the following Form to your application detailing math and statistical concepts you have previously studied. You may be questioned about these in more detail during your interview.  Title this document “Math and Statistical Concepts”.

LL.M. applicants unable to take the LSAT test will be tested via in-house assessment. The assessment will include a short analysis of a legal brief and logical argumentation questions, similar to what can be found on the LSAT.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Applicants (except for MBA) who take the Internal Assessment should note that preference will be given to those applicants who can take the GRE, GMAT, or LSAT, or receive a waiver.

GRE/GMAT Test Waiver: Applicants applying to MSM, MSE, MEIESM, or MSCIS, who meet the below requirements, may apply for a GRE/GMAT waiver. 

To apply for a GRE/GMAT test waiver, submit an application at admissions.aua.am/apply. MSM and MSE applicants from other universities who are eligible to apply for a waiver should also submit relevant course syllabi, along with a letter of standing from their university to confirm the language of instruction of their entire program is English.

LSAT Test Waiver: Applicants may apply for a waiver to be exempted from taking the LSAT test. These applicants must have completed undergraduate or graduate studies in the field of law (or are enrolled in their final year). To apply for a waiver, submit an application at admissions.aua.am/apply.

Score Validity and Reporting: For AUA admission, your GRE, GMAT or LSAT scores are valid for five years. This means you must ensure you take the exam no earlier than five years before the submission date of your application. Official test scores should be sent to AUA directly from the testing service, using AUA’s institution codes as noted below:

• GRE – 0676
• GMAT – 0284

3. Two recommendation letters

Recommendation letters must be completed on the AUA template by two separate recommenders – in English or Armenian, in rare cases – Russian. Each recommender must then submit the completed form or via email as an attachment to [email protected]. Hard copies of recommendation letters are not accepted.

Additional instructions are available in the application. For related details, visit here.

While you can download the recommendation letter form directly from your Fall 2023 admission application, we have also included them here:

• AUA Recommendation Letter Template for Fall 2023 – English Version
• AUA Recommendation Letter Template for Fall 2023 – Armenian Version

4. Scan of your updated résumé/CV in English

5. Passport scan (photo and registration pages), or National ID

6. A scan of Armenian Social Services Number (for Armenian citizens only)

7. A photo (corresponding the online application requirements)

8. Non-refundable Application Fee of 20,000 AMD

9. Proof of undergraduate degree or equivalent

When applying, you must hold an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from or currently be enrolled in your final year of studies at an accredited or licensed institution of higher education, and present official documents (diploma/letter of standing if still in final year and transcript). All admitted students must submit proof of graduation before classes start. We do not keep original documents, and return them immediately after verification. 

Some programs require you to have a certain undergraduate degree or specific courses taken during your undergraduate studies. Those programs and their requirements are listed below.

10. Relevant work experience

Work experience is required for some programs, while preferred for others. See the table below for more information.

11. Other Requirements

Some programs have additional application requirements, listed below.