Applying for Graduate Study

The admissions process is highly competitive. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to review the prospective student information webpage and to familiarize themselves with our faculty. We welcome applications from individuals whose academic interests match our expertise.

  • Applications for Fall 2024 admissions are OPEN.
  • The application deadline will be Friday, December 1, 2023.
  • We will strongly encourage submitting all application materials by Friday, November 17, 2023.
  • Early submissions provide the time needed to address any application issues before the deadline.
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • Please see the individual Graduate Program Areas for an important note on the GRE Requirement.
  • Please see the individual Graduate Program Areas for a list of faculty accepting new students.

The application process is divided into three stages. The stages can be completed concurrently.

Application Questions:


Graduate Program Admissions Timeline

  • December 1 - Deadline for all application materials.
  • Mid-February to early March - Applicants notified of an admission decision. In some cases, an applicant may be wait-listed, in which case final notification of acceptance or denial may not occur until early April.
  • April 15 - Deadline for applicants to accept or reject the admission.
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All inquiries regarding graduate study should be directed to gradpsy@hawaii.edu.