School of Graduate Studies

Graduate Admissions

Admissions

Apply by March 1st for the fall semester or December 1st for the spring semester. You are welcome to apply online, or complete and submit the printable application (see more details below). If you’re applying for re-admission to an graduate program, please complete the Graduate Re-Admit Application.

75
%
Work/Life Balance

  graduate students working at least part-time

20
Academics

  graduate certificates and programs

10:1
Ratio

  student-to-teacher ratio

Mon-Thu: 8:30am-6:00pm; Fri: 8:30am-5:00pm
College of Business Bldg., 3rd Floor, Suite 320

Ready for your next career step? Graduate school is your opportunity to master a specific field of study. More focused and intense than undergraduate coursework, the graduate experience allows you to advance your knowledge and career positioning to become an industry leader.

Remember, all graduate programs require you to have earned a bachelor’s degree first.

Apply for Spring or Fall 2025

Who makes graduate admissions decisions?

The Graduate Admissions Committee makes admission decisions for master’s and doctoral programs. This Committee consists of the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, the Graduate Program Coordinator/Chair and the program team.

Admission requirements needed to complete your graduate application:

Application for admission

We encourage you to apply online. After applying you may hand-deliver or mail all supplemental materials to:

Coppin State University
Office of Graduate Admissions
College of Business Building, Suite 320
2500 West North Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21216-3698

$50.00 non-refundable application fee

Everyone who submits an application for admission must pay the $50.00 application fee. You will be prompted to pay your non-refundable application fee on your application status page after submission of your application.

Official transcripts from all community colleges, colleges, and/or universities attended

An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university is required. Official transcripts can be sent electronically or in paper form. For your transcript to be considered official, it must be sent directly from your institution, approved transcript service (e.g. Parchment) or delivered in an envelope sealed with an official seal, stamp, signature from your institution. 

All transcripts can be sent to:

Coppin State University
Office of Graduate Admissions
College of Business Building, Suite 320
2500 West North Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21216-3698

or 

[email protected]

International students only

Transcripts from institutions outside of the U.S. and related territories must also include a course-by-course evaluation completed by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Visit our resources for international students to learn more about additional admission requirements.

3 letters of recommendation

A letter of recommendation is a document provided by someone who is familiar with your character, integrity, and academic capabilities. It is advisable to request such a letter from individuals who can attest to your professional qualifications, such as current employers, instructors, or community leaders. When you are completing your application, you will need to provide the contact details of your recommenders, and they will receive a request to submit their recommendation on your behalf.

Official GRE or PRAXIS score, if required

Certain graduate programs may require official standardized test scores for the Graduate Admissions Committee to reference when making admission decisions.

If your program requires GRE or PRAXIS scores, Coppin State University’s school codes are:

  • GRE: 5122 Coppin State College
  • PRAXIS: RA5122 Coppin State University

Readmission to Graduate School

If you have been absent from the university for more than one semester, you may be required to complete the application for readmission to the university.

Where should I send my graduate application and supporting documents?

The graduate application is available online and also as a PDF document. If your desired program requires additional documentation, please send it to:

Coppin State University
Office of Graduate Admissions
College of Business Building, Suite 320
2500 West North Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21216-3698