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Geography, MA
(Concentration: Thesis)

Deadline
Fall: April 1

Spring: December 1

Application Type:
The review process is semi-rolling in that applications may be reviewed prior to the deadlines. For students seeking financial support through fellowships and assistantships, it is suggested that applications be submitted by March 1 for fall admission, and November 1 for spring admission. Although students are admitted for the Spring semester, the department encourages applicants to apply for the Fall semester since the program sequence is designed to begin at that time.

Letters of reference
Number Required:2

From whom:
Letters of recommendation should come from college/university faculty members familiar with the student's academic competence.

Statement of Goals:
The Statement of Goals should be approximately 500-1000 words and should include the following elements: why you are interested in Temple's Geography and Urban Studies program; your research and academic goals; your future career goals; your academic and research achievements; and any other information that you feel will be helpful to the Admissions Committee in evaluating your application. The Graduate Admissions Committee is particularly interested in students' interests and goals and whether they fit with our program offerings and faculty interests.

Standardized Test Scores:
The GRE is required. 500 Verbal 500 Quantitative

Minimum TOEFL score or range of scores needed to be accepted:
575 on the paper-based test or 230 on the computer-based test. Applicants who score below 600 on the paper-based test or 250 on the computer-based test will be required to take and pass a remedial English course during their first semester at Temple University.

Resume:
A resume is required.

Writing Sample:
The Graduate Admission Committee may request a writing sample at it's discretion.

Other:

Background Experience Required
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