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 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 

graduatestudies@coppin.edu

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

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 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 

graduatestudies@coppin.edu

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

What you need to apply for admission

Application for Admission

Get started by completing the Spring/Fall 2025 application.

If you were enrolled at Coppin State University and are now applying for re-admission to an undergraduate program, please work with the Office of Records and Registration and apply with the Undergraduate Re-Admit Application.

Official High School transcript

Official transcripts can be sent electronically or in paper form. For your transcript to be considered official, it must be sent directly from your high school or delivered (in person or by mail) in a sealed envelope. Your official transcript can also be emailed directly from your high school registrar/school counselor office to Admissions@coppin.edu.

Also make sure to send us your official scores if you’ve earned credit through Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or College Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests.

If you have taken any college coursework or earned any college credits, please submit all official transcript(s) from all other institution(s) attended.

International Students

Transcripts from institutions outside of the U.S. and related territories must also include a department-by-department or 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.

More international student resources

Official ACT or SAT scores

Students applying for Spring 2023 or Fall 2023 are not required to submit American College Testing (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores, per our Test-Optional Policy. Also, if you are age 21 or older do not need to submit ACT or SAT scores.

If you are required or decide to submit ACT or SAT scores, Coppin State University’s school codes are:

• SAT: 5122 Coppin State University
• ACT: 1688 Coppin State College

Approved alternative credit scores

You may be able to earn college credit for scores received through:

• Advanced Placement (AP)
• College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
• International Baccalaureate (IB)
• Prior learning credit

Visit our resources on Advanced Placement (AP) and prior learning credit to learn more.

Undergraduate programs with additional requirements

Some programs require students to apply to both Coppin and their major. These programs have additional admission requirements and/or separate application process:

• Nursing
• Health Information Management
• Social Work
• Education

Please direct any questions about these programs and requirements to the specific program or department.

Look at you—we're so proud! You’ve made it this far, and now it’s time to start thinking about graduation. Let’s go over what you need to know so you’ll be ready to walk across the stage in your cap and gown.

What is graduation and commencement?

Graduation is the conferral of a degree after completing all requirements for an academic program, and verification by the Office of Records and Registration. You must complete the application process and be approved to participate in Commencement.

Commencement is a ceremony that marks the completion of an academic degree. Participation in the Commencement ceremony does not guarantee that your degree requirements were met.

The Coppin State University commencement program does not represent an official list of certified graduates. Students listed in the program are candidates for degrees in the current academic year. Degrees and honors designations are subject to final certification for official University records. All official academic records are maintained in the Office of Records and Registration.

How do I know I'm ready to graduate?

You can visualize yourself wearing your cap and gown, and walking across the stage to get your degree. Here’s what you need to accomplish to get there:

• Meet with your Academic Advisor
• Earn at least 120 credits for a bachelor’s degree
• Complete all general education, major, minor, concentration, and Coppin requirements
• Earn at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Some majors require a 2.5 GPA—be sure to confirm your graduation GPA requirements with your advisor and department
• Review your unofficial transcript for missing and incomplete grades
• Ensure that all incomplete work has been completed and submitted to receive grade. (Degrees will not be awarded with incomplete grade)
• Complete departmental exit assessment
• Use your EagleLINKS account to verify all course exceptions, substitutions and waivers have been submitted before the graduation application deadline.
• Check EagleLINKS to ensure that the correct major, minor and/or concentrations are up to date before applying for graduation.
• Make sure that the correct spelling of your name, address, and email address is correct in EagleLINKS. (email address remains active 6-8 months post-graduation) 

Important Graduation Deadlines

There are a few steps you need to take to be ready to graduate and walk across the stage at Commencement. 

Graduation Application Process

1. The completed graduation application is submitted for the upcoming senior year. Helpful tip: An anticipated graduation date is established by the student's junior year.
2. The candidate is required to complete the graduation application (once it becomes available via email by advisor of the department's application distribution process to advisee) in its entirety and sign it. Approval for graduation is also required by obtaining the signatures of the advisor, chairperson, and dean of the major department.
3. The Dean is to submit the endorsed approved graduation application to the Office of Records and Registration graduation mailbox.
4. The graduation application payment portal (TouchNet) will become available to candidates once the Office of Records and Registration is in receipt of their graduation application.

Please note, for students with coursework in progress, a clearing to participate in the Commencement Ceremony only permits a student to attend the ceremony, but does not clear the student for graduation. Students who fail to meet degree requirement are notified by their department. Awarded students may verify their degree by accessing their unofficial transcript in EagleLINKS.

How do I apply for graduation and Commencement?

Candidates for graduation who wish to have their name appear in the Commencement booklet must do the following:

• An anticipated graduation date is established by the student's junior year.
• The completed graduation application is then submitted for the upcoming senior year
• The candidate is required to complete the graduation application (once it becomes available via email by advisor of the department's application distribution process to advisee) in its entirety and sign it.
• Approval for graduation is also required by obtaining the signatures of the advisor, chairperson, and dean of the major department
• The Deans are to submit the endorsed approved graduation applications electronically to the Office of Records & Registration (ORR) graduation mailbox.
• The graduation application payment portal (TouchNet) will become available to candidates once the ORR is in receipt of their graduation application.

Make sure to submit graduation application on time to avoid being excluded from the commencement booklet. We encourage you to submit graduation application on time. All important information can be found on the academic calendar.

How to verify your graduation application has been received by the Office of Records and Registration

Students/Departments may confirm their application status in EagleLINKS > Reporting Tools > Student Center.

The GA+/GA-, GF1 or SP2 indicators will notify students that their application has been processed by the Office of Records and Registration along with the following information:

• Meeting the application’s deadline date
• Dissemination of diploma timeline
• Deactivation of future enrollment
• If student's name will appear in the commencement booklet.

Graduation Application deadline is available on the Academic Calendar.

Once the Office of Records and Registration processes your graduation application, we will deactivate your registration to prevent you from enrolling in any more classes after your graduation date. We strongly encourage you to submit your graduation application by the appropriate deadline because if not, your name will be excluded from the Commencement booklet.

Look at you—we're so proud! You’ve made it this far, and now it’s time to start thinking about graduation. Let’s go over what you need to know so you’ll be ready to walk across the stage in your cap and gown.

What is graduation and commencement?

Graduation is the conferral of a degree after completing all requirements for an academic program, and verification by the Office of Records and Registration. You must complete the application process and be approved to participate in Commencement.

Commencement is a ceremony that marks the completion of an academic degree. Participation in the Commencement ceremony does not guarantee that your degree requirements were met.

The Coppin State University commencement program does not represent an official list of certified graduates. Students listed in the program are candidates for degrees in the current academic year. Degrees and honors designations are subject to final certification for official University records. All official academic records are maintained in the Office of Records and Registration.

How do I know I'm ready to graduate?

You can visualize yourself wearing your cap and gown, and walking across the stage to get your degree. Here’s what you need to accomplish to get there:

• Meet with your Academic Advisor
• Earn at least 120 credits for a bachelor’s degree
• Complete all general education, major, minor, concentration, and Coppin requirements
• Earn at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Some majors require a 2.5 GPA—be sure to confirm your graduation GPA requirements with your advisor and department
• Review your unofficial transcript for missing and incomplete grades
• Ensure that all incomplete work has been completed and submitted to receive grade. (Degrees will not be awarded with incomplete grade)
• Complete departmental exit assessment
• Use your EagleLINKS account to verify all course exceptions, substitutions and waivers have been submitted before the graduation application deadline.
• Check EagleLINKS to ensure that the correct major, minor and/or concentrations are up to date before applying for graduation.
• Make sure that the correct spelling of your name, address, and email address is correct in EagleLINKS. (email address remains active 6-8 months post-graduation) 

Important Graduation Deadlines

There are a few steps you need to take to be ready to graduate and walk across the stage at Commencement. 

Graduation Application Process

1. The completed graduation application is submitted for the upcoming senior year. Helpful tip: An anticipated graduation date is established by the student's junior year.
2. The candidate is required to complete the graduation application (once it becomes available via email by advisor of the department's application distribution process to advisee) in its entirety and sign it. Approval for graduation is also required by obtaining the signatures of the advisor, chairperson, and dean of the major department.
3. The Dean is to submit the endorsed approved graduation application to the Office of Records and Registration graduation mailbox.
4. The graduation application payment portal (TouchNet) will become available to candidates once the Office of Records and Registration is in receipt of their graduation application.

Please note, for students with coursework in progress, a clearing to participate in the Commencement Ceremony only permits a student to attend the ceremony, but does not clear the student for graduation. Students who fail to meet degree requirement are notified by their department. Awarded students may verify their degree by accessing their unofficial transcript in EagleLINKS.

How do I apply for graduation and Commencement?

Candidates for graduation who wish to have their name appear in the Commencement booklet must do the following:

• An anticipated graduation date is established by the student's junior year.
• The completed graduation application is then submitted for the upcoming senior year
• The candidate is required to complete the graduation application (once it becomes available via email by advisor of the department's application distribution process to advisee) in its entirety and sign it.
• Approval for graduation is also required by obtaining the signatures of the advisor, chairperson, and dean of the major department
• The Deans are to submit the endorsed approved graduation applications electronically to the Office of Records & Registration (ORR) graduation mailbox.
• The graduation application payment portal (TouchNet) will become available to candidates once the ORR is in receipt of their graduation application.

Make sure to submit graduation application on time to avoid being excluded from the commencement booklet. We encourage you to submit graduation application on time. All important information can be found on the academic calendar.

How to verify your graduation application has been received by the Office of Records and Registration

Students/Departments may confirm their application status in EagleLINKS > Reporting Tools > Student Center.

The GA+/GA-, GF1 or SP2 indicators will notify students that their application has been processed by the Office of Records and Registration along with the following information:

• Meeting the application’s deadline date
• Dissemination of diploma timeline
• Deactivation of future enrollment
• If student's name will appear in the commencement booklet.

Graduation Application deadline is available on the Academic Calendar.

Once the Office of Records and Registration processes your graduation application, we will deactivate your registration to prevent you from enrolling in any more classes after your graduation date. We strongly encourage you to submit your graduation application by the appropriate deadline because if not, your name will be excluded from the Commencement booklet.

Save money and time to earn your associate’s and bachelor’s degrees through Coppin State University’s guaranteed admission and reverse transfer process. Coppin has guaranteed admission agreements with some Maryland community colleges that allow students to earn an associate’s degree at an approved community college and then complete a bachelor’s degree at Coppin State University with only 2 additional years of study. Take advantage of our growing list of reverse transfer agreements with local schools, including:

• Anne Arundel Community College (AACC)
• Baltimore City Community College (BCCC)
• College of Southern Maryland (CSM)
• Garrett College (GC)
• Colorado Community College System (CCCS)

What is guaranteed admission?

Commonly called a 2+2 agreement, a guaranteed admission agreement is an arrangement between Coppin and a 2-year institution that provides a clear transfer path for successful students. Student who qualify for Coppin admission through a guaranteed admission agreement will be “guaranteed” admission as a junior year student.

What is an articulation agreement?

It’s a CSU-approved agreement with another school that allows a student to apply credits to a specific program at the other school. Applied credits may be used to enter, transfer, or advance standing in a program at the agreeing institution.

You may be eligible for guaranteed admission or reverse transfer, if you meet the criteria. Consider continuing your education at Coppin if you:

• are in good academic standing at your community college
• have finished 15 or more credits at an approved community college
• have finished 60 or more total credits at CSU and an approved community college
• do not yet have an associate’s or bachelor’s degree
• have a minimum grade point average (GPA) at CSU and an approved community college

Please note, some agreements may require more students meet additional criteria.

Still have questions after reviewing the eligibility requirements? Reach out to our Transfer Coordinator.

Articulation Agreements

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC)

Baltimore City Community College (BCCC)

Carroll Community College

College of Southern Maryland

The Colorado Community College System (CCCS)

The Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)

Garrett College

Harford Community College

Montgomery College

Save money and time to earn your associate’s and bachelor’s degrees through Coppin State University’s guaranteed admission and reverse transfer process. Coppin has guaranteed admission agreements with some Maryland community colleges that allow students to earn an associate’s degree at an approved community college and then complete a bachelor’s degree at Coppin State University with only 2 additional years of study. Take advantage of our growing list of reverse transfer agreements with local schools, including:

• Anne Arundel Community College (AACC)
• Baltimore City Community College (BCCC)
• College of Southern Maryland (CSM)
• Garrett College (GC)
• Colorado Community College System (CCCS)

What is guaranteed admission?

Commonly called a 2+2 agreement, a guaranteed admission agreement is an arrangement between Coppin and a 2-year institution that provides a clear transfer path for successful students. Student who qualify for Coppin admission through a guaranteed admission agreement will be “guaranteed” admission as a junior year student.

What is an articulation agreement?

It’s a CSU-approved agreement with another school that allows a student to apply credits to a specific program at the other school. Applied credits may be used to enter, transfer, or advance standing in a program at the agreeing institution.

You may be eligible for guaranteed admission or reverse transfer, if you meet the criteria. Consider continuing your education at Coppin if you:

• are in good academic standing at your community college
• have finished 15 or more credits at an approved community college
• have finished 60 or more total credits at CSU and an approved community college
• do not yet have an associate’s or bachelor’s degree
• have a minimum grade point average (GPA) at CSU and an approved community college

Please note, some agreements may require more students meet additional criteria.

Still have questions after reviewing the eligibility requirements? Reach out to our Transfer Coordinator.

Articulation Agreements

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC)

Baltimore City Community College (BCCC)

Carroll Community College

College of Southern Maryland

The Colorado Community College System (CCCS)

The Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)

Garrett College

Harford Community College

Montgomery College

Know How Residency Affects Your Tuition

Residency is a policy established by the University System of Maryland (USM) to make sure there is a fair and equitable process to determine a student’s classification and tuition rates across all Maryland state schools. Coppin State University uses residency information to determine if a student is considered a Maryland resident and is therefore eligible for in-state tuition status. The USM site also has available Frequently Asked Questions information regarding residency to assist you as you complete the residency form.

In-State Residency Eligibility

To qualify for in-state status, a student must submit the Residency Form within the Application for Admission and demonstrate all of the following requirements for the 12-month period immediately before the semester or term a student is seeking in-state tuition. The USM Residency Policy states a student must:

• Have continuously kept their primary residence in Maryland
• Have kept all personal property in Maryland, including but not limited to furniture, personal belongings, and pets
• Have paid Maryland income tax on all taxable income and filed a Maryland Resident Tax Return
• Have registered all owned or leased vehicles in Maryland for at least 12 consecutive months. Check the official Residency Policy for other accepted conditions for motor vehicles
• Have kept a valid Maryland driver’s license for at least 12 consecutive months. Check the official Residency Policy for other conditions that satisfy this requirement
• Be currently registered to vote in Maryland
• Receive no public assistance from any state, city, county, or municipality outside the State of Maryland
• Have a legal federal and state right to live in Maryland, permanently and without interruption

Initial Residency Determination

The initial Residency determination is made in accordance with the residency policy. All students must complete the Residency Form as a part of the Application for Admissions. The deadline to submit the Residency Application is the first day of classes for the semester you choose to enroll.

Out-of-State Residency Classification

You must be a resident of Maryland and meet all the USM criteria to qualify for in-state tuition. You qualify for out-of-state tuition if you are: 

• Attending school or living outside Maryland when you apply or are admitted to Coppin (or another USM school)
• Financially dependent on a person who is not a Maryland resident

How to Change Residency Status

You may petition to change your residency status by submitting a completed Residency Petition Form and any supporting documentation to the Office of Records and Registration. We cannot accept faxed or emailed Residency Petition forms. The form includes information on where to send a hard copy when complete.

• Attending school or living outside Maryland when you apply or are admitted to Coppin (or another USM school)
• Financially dependent on a person who is not a Maryland resident

DACA & Maryland Dream Act

DACA: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) programs protects youth who came to the United States when they were children from deportation. DACA students can temporarily qualify for in-state tuition if they submit the approval notification of their Deferred Action status (I-797, notice of action) AND the Maryland Residency Form to the Office of Admissions by the first day of classes of their intended entry term. Deferred Action status must be held for 12 consecutive months prior to the start of the term to be eligible for in-state tuition rates. For more information, please email admissions@coppin.edu.

The Maryland Dream Act: University System of Maryland Nonresident Tuition Exemption for Eligible Maryland High School Graduates

The Dream Act qualifies any student, other than a non-immigrant alien, within the meaning of 8 U.S.C.- 1101(A)(15), who meets all of the requirements listed on the form, for in-state tuition at all public colleges and universities in Maryland. To be eligible, the student must submit the USM Tuition Exemption Request form and provide the required supporting documentation. The required supporting documents are listed on the form.

NOTE: Applicants who hold Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) status should not complete the University System of Maryland Tuition Exemption Request form.