Application Instructions

To begin the graduate school application process you need to access the online application system and create an account. This application is where you will submit all documentation required to apply to TLI's masters programs and graduate certificates.

Narrow your program results by selecting the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities campus. Then, filter programs by college/school by selecting Science and Engineering or directly select your program by searching the list of all Twin Cities campus programs. Finally, select how you heard about our program.

TLI's masters programs and graduate certificates begin in the fall. Please select fall term for your desired program. 

In this section, you will be asked to provide general information, including:

• Name
• Address
• Email
• Phone number
• Birthdate
• Citizenship information

This section asks for information on:

• Military service
• Gender
• Education background
• Languages you speak

Upload your unofficial transcript(s).

• If you have attended more than one post-secondary institution, please include all unofficial transcripts.
• International students should upload an English translation if the transcript is not in English.

Note: Official transcripts/academic records are required after you are admitted to a graduate program. You will receive a list of the specific credentials that are required from you at the time of admission. Official transcripts must be sent directly to the University of Minnesota from the issuing institution. Do not send official transcripts to yourself first.

Enter your employment history into the application.

Academic tests are NOT required for admission into TLI programs (e.g. GRE, GMAT, etc.).

• International students: please see "English language proficiency test scores" below.

MOT, MDI, and ST applications require a personal statement and a resume/CV on the application.

Electrification Engineering Certificate does not require a personal statement or a resume/CV.

Personal Statement: A personal statement is generally 1-3 pages, and should include:

• Your interest in the graduate program and why you selected it.
• Your managerial and/or technical leadership experience, abilities and interest in increasing your skills and opportunities.
• Your expectations for program outcomes, and how you anticipate using the skills you will gain to achieve your short- and long-term career goals.
• Specific courses that you feel will apply to your current and future work challenges and needs.

Resume/CV: Upload your current resume/CV in the online application system.

Optional Items: The following sections of the online application are NOT required, but may be submitted if desired:

• Diversity statement
• Extenuating circumstances statement

The number of letters of recommendation required varies by program: 

• MOT: Two letters
• MDI and ST: Two letters
• Electrification Engineering Certificate: No letters of recommendation are required for the Electrification Engineering Certificate

Guidelines:

• Letter writers should be professors, supervisors or clients who have reviewed your academic and/or professional capabilities.
• Include one letter from your current supervisor (if applicable)
• Enter the names and email addresses of your letter writers. The system will send them an email with directions for uploading their letters of recommendation. Do this early in the process to allow enough time for your letter writers.
• You may finish and submit your application before your letters are submitted by the writers.

Submit the application and pay the application fee. All candidates who submit an application and meet TLI qualifications will be invited for an admissions interview.

Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency in one of the following ways:

• Completed post-secondary coursework in a country on this list and
  • the coursework consisted of at least 16 semester credits, or 24 quarter credits, and
  • ESL coursework was not part of the qualifying number of credits, and
  • the coursework was completed within the past 2 years, and 
  • must provide official transcripts
• Will provide the official results of an English language test taken within the last two years. We accept tests from TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, and Duolingo. Competitive candidates typically have scores within the following ranges:
  • TOEFL - 90 and above
  • IELTS - 7.0 and above
  • PTE Academic - 65 and above
  • Duolingo- overall score 120 and above, literacy score 120 and above

If you have questions about your specific situation, please reach out to our admissions team.