Applying to Graduate Programs

Here's what you need to know

This page provides the information that domestic applicants need in order to apply for graduate admission to Woodbury. Applicants seeking admission into a graduate program are expected to have completed a bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited institution prior to application submission.

The following information is for domestic graduate applicants only. Prospective international applicants should visit the International Applicants page.

Once your application is processed, an admissions counselor will contact you and inform you if further documentation is needed to complete your application.

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WOODBURY APPLICATION

In order to process your application, all sections must be complete, including submission of required admissions documents uploaded through the page.

Transcripts

Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended are required, regardless of credit received or courses completed. These records must confirm that a bachelor’s degree has been granted from a regionally-accredited institution.

Electronic Submission
Request official transcripts via Parchment, Naviance and The National Clearinghouse.

Mail Submission
Official transcripts through mail submission, must include an original signature of the school official(s) and be sealed in an unopened envelope. Transcripts should be mailed to:

Woodbury University

Office of Admissions

7500 N. Glenoaks Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91504-7846

Letters of Recommendation

Submit two professional and/or academic letters of recommendation.

Electronic Submission
All letters must be uploaded by the recommender. Applicants will need to provide recommender information through the online application and they will then submit letters on a student’s behalf.

Personal Statement

Master of Business Administration

Discuss your leadership potential, motivational aptitude, and career goals. Specify how Woodbury’s MBA will assist you in accomplishing your goals.

Master of Arch & Master of Interior Design

Discuss your educational and/or professional background, and your reason for pursuing a graduate architectural education at Woodbury’s School of Architecture.

Master of Science Architecture

Outline your specific area(s) of interest and identifying any faculty members you feel could serve as an advisor for your work. We are only able to accommodate students whose research interests match that of a faculty member who can serve as an advisor.

Professional Resume

Electronically submit a professional resume or curriculum vitae via our online application system. This information should list your academic research, professional experience, and/or published works.

Interview

May be requested by the department upon review of a completed application.

Portfolio

School of Architecture

All graduate design applicants are required to submit a portfolio of creative work conveying the scope of their design sensibilities when applying for the Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), Master of Interior Design (M.I.D.), and Master of Science in Architecture (M.S.Arch.).

Submit your portfolio via the SlideRoom link below. A nominal fee will be charged by SlideRoom for this service. Full instructions are listed on the site. For general artwork, we recommend scanned images rather than photos for best resolution. URLs can also be submitted by uploading a PDF or document containing the link. Requirements can be found on the Slideroom site.

Submit your portfolio here