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Graduate Admissions

Making the World Smarter, Safer and Healthier

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Welcome!

At Katz, we take a holistic approach to application review. We look for students with intellectual curiosity, a capacity for rigorous academic work, and a commitment to work hard and finish what they start. If you're interested in joining an inspiring community of ambitious innovators, we encourage you to apply. 

Contact us at katzgrad@yu.edu with any questions or attend an info session. We're happy to speak with you about any aspect of the admissions process as well as your academic and career goals.

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Application Information: STEM Programs

All applicants to Katz School STEM master’s programs submit the following: 

  • Completed online application
  • US$50 non-refundable application fee
  • Supporting documents, including:
    • Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
    • Statement of purpose
    • Resume/CV
    • Proof of English proficiency (if you are an international student)
    • Recommendation letters (required for Math and Physics programs only)
    • GRE and/or GMAT scores (required for Math and Physics programs only)

Download our detailed application checklist for more information on application requirements.

Applicants must also meet any knowledge requirements – including any prerequisite coursework – for their intended program. The following graduate programs have knowledge requirements:

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Application Information: Health Science Programs

Up-to-date admissions and application information for Katz School’s health science programs is available on the following pages: 

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Katz School Codes

Use the school codes listed below when sending official test scores to Katz:

  • GRE (required for Math and Physics only; scores are preferred but not required for Speech-Language Pathology and are optional for all other programs):
    • Math: 4778
    • Speech-Language Pathology: 7507 
  • TOEFL: 2990
  • IELTS: Yeshiva University Graduate School
  • Duolingo: Yeshiva University Katz School of Science and Health
  • PTE: Yeshiva University Katz School of Science and Health
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Pathways Dual Programs

Dual Degree Programs: Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Digital Marketing & Media, Math, and Physics 

Before applying to a Pathways program, contact the Pathways Coordinator at pathways@yu.edu to express your interest and learn more about program requirements, coursework, and the application process. The Pathways Coordinator will also connect you with the graduate program director. Once you are ready to apply, follow the directions below.

Application Link: www.yu.edu/graduate/apply 

NOTE: If you applied to YU as an undergraduate after 2016, you probably already have an account. Try the “Forgot your password?” button to access that account. You can also create a new account. If you create a new account and your email address is already in our system, then you’ll be brought to a screen with two options:

  1. You can click “I signed up previously. Please let me sign into my account.” This brings you back to the home screen, where you can click “Forgot your password?” and reset your password.
  2. Or you can click “I have never signed up here before, please create a new account.” This will let you create a new account.     

Application Instructions:

For those logging into an existing account: 

  1. Log into your account.  
  2. From the My Account page, click “Start a New Application.” You may see applications from previous years. You can ignore them. 
  3. Click “Start an Application.” 
  4. Under “Academic College,” choose the YU grad school to which you are applying (Katz School). 
  5. A box will appear to choose your “Academic Program.” For YU undergraduates applying to the dual degree program, select the "(BA/MA) – Pathways" option for your intended graduate program:
    • Artificial Intelligence (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Cybersecurity (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Data Analytics and Visualization (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Digital Marketing and Media (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Mathematics (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Physics (BA/MA) – Pathways
  6. Select your term and click “Submit” to begin your application. 

For those creating a new account:  

  1. Create your new account and login. 

  2. Once you login, you’ll be prompted to choose your Academic College, which is the YU grad school to which you are applying (Katz School). 

  3. A box will appear to choose your “Academic Program.”

  4. A box will appear to choose your “Academic Program.” For YU undergraduates applying to the dual degree program, select the "(BA/MA) – Pathways" option for your intended graduate program:
    • Artificial Intelligence (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Cybersecurity (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Data Analytics and Visualization (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Digital Marketing and Media (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Mathematics (BA/MA) – Pathways
    • Physics (BA/MA) – Pathways
  5. Select your term and click “Submit” to begin your application. 

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Admissions Deadlines: On-Campus and Online Programs

Spring 2023 Application Deadline: Rolling Admission

  • Priority Deadline for International Students: October 1, 2022. We may continue to review applications after the deadline if seats are available.

Fall 2023 Application Deadline: Rolling Admission*

  • Priority Deadline for International Students: June 1, 2023. We may continue to review applications after the deadline if seats are available.
     
  • *Physician Assistant Studies: Completed and verified applications must be submitted in CASPA by January 15, 2023.
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Contact Us

Jared Hakimi, Director of Graduate Admissions 
jared.hakimi@yu.edu
646-592-4722
Schedule an Appointment  

Shayna Matzner, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions 
shayna.matzner@yu.edu
646-592-4726
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Xavier Velasquez, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions 
xavier.velasquez@yu.edu
646-592-4737
Schedule an Appointment 

Linyu Zheng, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
linyu.zheng@yu.edu
646-592-4744
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