Admissions
Read more about the international student application requirements at the end of the page.
Application
Application Opens
September 1, 2025
Application Closes
International Students (F-1)
May 1, 2026
Domestic Students
August 1, 2026
Application System
Apply through the Graduate Centralized Application System (GradCAS).
The application fee is $50 (U.S.).
Prerequisites
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Transcripts from all U.S. colleges and universities attended
NOTE: The GRE is NOT required.
Transcripts
Applicants are required to provide transcripts from all U.S. universities, colleges or other higher education institutions attended.
Admitted students will need to submit official transcripts to the SHRS Admissions Office prior to enrolling in classes.
Personal Statement
Applicants will upload a personal statement addressing the following in the Documents section of the application system:
- What the student has done to learn about the field of communication science and disorders (both the science and clinical practice) (maximum word count: 200 words); and,
- How have their lived experiences inspired their interest in a health care field.
- This statement should reveal the applicant’s personality, values, character and creativity, and describe how these experiences would promote empathy and a sense of belonging for future patients and colleagues in the applicant’s chosen field. Applicants may also include sharing how these experiences contribute to promoting compassion and wellness in health care. (300 word limit)
Application Review Process
- The program will review applications as they become complete and will send admissions decisions typically within three to four weeks.
- Applications are rolling, so if the applicant inquires after the deadline and there are still spots available, they may still be admitted for the fall term.
Other Requirements
Applicants should submit their resumes in GradCAS.
International Student Information
The following requirements are necessary for applicants from outside of the U.S.
For questions about the international student requirements, please reach out to the SHRS Admissions Office.
Verification of English Language Proficiency
The University of Pittsburgh accepts the official results of the Duolingo English Test, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) as a measure of English language proficiency.
Verification is required unless the following apply:
- The applicant is a citizen of a country whose official language is English.
- The applicant has completed a degree program at a regionally accredited institution in the U.S.
- The applicant is not a citizen of a country whose official language is English but has completed a degree program at an institution outside of the U.S. where the language of instruction is English and where the official national language of the country in which the institution is located is English.
Minimum Scores by Program
On-campus Programs — Duolingo: 120 | IELTS: 6.5 | TOEFL: 80
New TOEFL scale as of January 2026: 4.0 with all sub-scores of 4.0 or higher.
- Athletic Training (MS)
- Health Informatics (MS)
- Health Data Analytics (Certificate)
- Leadership in Health Informatics (Certificate)
- Occupational Therapy (Post-Professional MS)
- Prosthetics and Orthotics (MS)
- Sports Science (MS)
On-campus Programs — Duolingo: 140 | IELTS: 7.5 | TOEFL: 100
New TOEFL scale as of January 2026: 5.0 with all sub-scores of 4.0 or higher.
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS)
- Duolingo sub-score of 140-145 conversation and 130-135 comprehension are required.
- IELTS sub-score of 8.0 speaking and 7.0 listening are required.
- TOEFL sub-score of 26 for speaking and 24 for listening are required.
- New TOEFL scale as of January 2026: 5.0 with sub-scores of 4.0 or higher. Sub-scores for speaking and listening require a 5.0 or higher.
- Communication Science and Disorders (Post-Baccalaureate)
- Communication Science (PhD)
- Dietitian Nutritionist Program (MS)
- Doctor of Audiology (AuD)
- Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)
- Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Physician Assistant Studies (MS)
- Rehabilitation Science (PhD)
- Speech Language Pathology (MA/MS)
Hybrid and Online Programs — Duolingo: 140 | IELTS: 7.5 | TOEFL: 100
New TOEFL scale as of January 2026: 5.0 with all sub-scores of 4.0 or higher.
- Hybrid
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Master of Rehabilitation Technology (MRT)
- Online
- Doctor of Clinical Science in Occupational Therapy (CScD)
- Advanced Practice Certificate in Implementation of Evidence in Clinical Practice (Certificate)
- Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc)
- Health Informatics (MS)
- Health Data Analytics (Certificate)
- Leadership in Health Informatics (Certificate)
How to Submit Scores
- Duolingo English Test: Scores should be made available electronically to “University of Pittsburgh – School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences”
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Scores should be made available electronically to “University of Pittsburgh Health and Rehabilitation Sciences”
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Scores should be submitted electronically through ETS to institution code “2927”.
Academic Credential Evaluations
Students who have completed the equivalent of a baccalaureate degree or higher at an institution outside of the United States are required to provide an academic credential evaluation from Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. or World Education Services (WES), Inc. with their application.
- A course-by-course evaluation with GPA conversion is required.
- Evaluations are not required for degrees earned in the United States. If you have attended an English Canadian institution, please contact the SHRS Admissions Office.
- Individual SHRS programs may have their own specific Academic Credential Evaluation requirements.