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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Is the GRE required, can it be waived?
    • The GRE is required. If there is any problem experienced with obtaining the GRE exam, please write an explanation and submit it with your application.
  2. What are the requirements to apply?
    • Bachelor’s degree
    • Transcripts of all higher education coursework
    • GRE/GMAT
    • UH Mānoa Graduate School Application
    • Cover Letter with Statement of purpose
    • Letters of recommendation
    • Resume/CV
    • Application fee
  3. How do I submit my application and supplemental materials?
    • Application documents such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, CV/Resume can be uploaded through the application portal.
  4. What should I do before applying?
    • Research programs
    • Talk to current students/alumni
    • Reach out to faculty (especially for PhD)
    • Prepare your statement and resume early
    • Plan for recommendation letters

Pathway to degree completion *FOR STUDENTS ADMITTED FALL 2020 OR LATER *

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      • Comprehensive Examination and Dissertation Proposal
        • Comprehensive Examination rubric
        • Form 2 – Advance to Candidacy
      • Dissertation
        • Dissertation Defense
          • Dissertation Defense Rubric
          • Form 3 – Dissertation Evaluation
        • Form 4 – Dissertation Submission
        • Dissertation format guidelines
        • Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
        • Institutional Review Board
    • Tips for success

Contact

Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences
College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience
1955 East-West Road,
Ag Sci 216
Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96822
Phone: (808) 956-7095
Fax: (808) 956-4024

UH Graduate Division

Address: 2540 Maile Way Spalding 354 Honolulu, HI 96822 Phone: (808) 956-8544 Email: gradss@hawaii.edu Website: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/graduate/

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