Admissions: Online Degree Programs

Where Will Tulane Take You?

Stronger Together at Tulane

 

For nearly 200 years, Tulane University has been home to innovation, impact, and academic excellence, cultivating visionary leaders who embody the TU spirit and bring that determination, resilience, and creativity to their industries and the communities they serve.

Our online graduate programs extend the Tulane experience to students across the globe, providing access to future-focused academics, real-world learning opportunities, and the top researchers and thought leaders who teach our courses.

Are you ready to experience education without limits? Join us at Tulane.

Deadlines and Requirements



Tulane University’s online graduate programs are housed in six schools:

  • A. B. Freeman School of Business
  • Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine
  • Tulane School of Professional Advancement
  • Tulane School of Science and Engineering
  • Tulane School of Social Work
  • Tulane University School of Law


See application deadlines and admissions requirements for each program below.

A. B. Freeman School of Business

Learn more about the online MBA program, application deadlines, and admissions requirements.

Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine Programs


General admissions requirements for all programs include:

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
  • Academic achievement — typically a GPA above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

 

Some programs may have specific admission requirements, and the application process varies by program.

Our online programs are:

  • MPH in Community Health Sciences
  • MPH in Epidemiology
  • MS in Health Security
  • MS in Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences
  • DrPH in Leadership in Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • DrPH in Leadership for International Health and Sustainable Development
  • Graduate Certificate in Public Health
  • Graduate Certificate in Disaster Management
  • Graduate Certificate in Industrial Hygiene

 

Learn how to apply to all of the school's programs on the Public Health Apply page.

Tulane School of Professional Advancement Programs

 

To apply, complete the online application, upload your official government-issued photo ID, and pay the application fee.

Learn more about admissions criteria and the application process below.

 

To be considered for admission, prospective students must have a high school diploma or a general equivalency diploma.

Along with a completed online application, you will need to submit the following materials:

  • Proof of a valid government-issued ID
  • A $40 nonrefundable processing fee
  • Official high school transcripts or a GED diploma
  • Official college transcripts from all prior institutions

To be considered for admission, prospective graduate students must have:

  • An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution earned prior to the first semester of proposed graduate study (unless they are a qualified current undergraduate applying for a “4+1” program)
  • A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 in undergraduate coursework*

Along with a completed online application, you will need to submit the following materials:

  • Proof of a valid government-issued ID
  • A $40 nonrefundable processing fee
  • Official college transcripts
  • Resume
  • Additional program-specific requirements, such as an application essay or interview

* Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may be considered for admission based on other aspects of their applications.

Fall Term 1 Start Date: August 17, 2026
Fall Term II Start Date: October 18, 2026
Spring Term I Start Date: January 11, 2027
Spring Term II Start Date: March 15, 2027
Summer Term Start Date: May 17, 2027

Applications must be received one week before the term start date. 

International students (or students who have earned their degree outside the U.S. or Canada) must submit a course-by-course evaluation of international coursework. Evaluations can take a month to complete from the time the agency receives your international transcript(s), so we recommend getting an early start on this process to ensure the evaluation is received by the deadline for which you're applying. 

Students applying to Tulane School of Professional Advancement are not eligible for on-campus housing or a visa.

International students may also be required to submit proof of English language proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL). Please refer to the international student section in the FAQs to determine whether you're required to submit scores. The Tulane Office of International Students & Scholars can provide additional assistance.

Tulane School of Science and Engineering

 

Online MS in Computer Science candidates must have a STEM-focused bachelor’s degree and a GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred but not required. While your undergraduate degree does not need to be computer science-specific, you should have some familiarity with elementary programming languages.

To be considered for Tulane’s Online MS in Computer Science program, you must first create an account through our application system.

A completed application must include:

  • Transcripts from each institution where credit was earned, even if a degree was not conferred. Unofficial transcripts are permissible for the application, but official copies are required upon admission.
  • Two references, ideally including one professional and one academic reference. Two academic or two professional references are suitable for review.
  • A personal statement of three to five double-spaced pages conveying your educational background, academic and professional goals, and how your experiences have prepared you to join this program.
  • A current resume or CV.

Language test scores (TOEFL or IELTS) are strongly recommended (but not required) if your bachelor’s or master’s degree was earned at an institution outside of the United States where English was not the language of instruction.

Once admitted, students must pay a $250 nonrefundable deposit to reserve their seat in the cohort. This fee will count toward their first semester’s tuition payment.

Tulane School of Social Work Programs

 

Start your Tulane School of Social Work application now!

After submitting, you'll receive information to log into your portal to complete and submit your full application for admission.

 

Fall Deadlines
Application Open: December 1
Application Close:  July 1
Deposit Due: August 1
Classes Start: August

Spring Deadlines
Application Open: May 1
Application Close: December 5
Deposit Due: January 2
Classes Start: January

Summer Deadlines
Application Open: August 1
Application Close: April 5
Deposit Due: April 25
Classes Start: May

Applicants to Tulane’s Master of Social Work program must meet the following requirements:

  1. A strong performance in undergraduate or postgraduate study or strong employer references.
  2. A bachelor's degree. An official transcript listing your bachelor's degree with the conferral date is required.
  3. A grade-point average of 3.0 or better on a 4-point scale (preferred).

Applicants to the MSW program must submit the following documents with their electronic application:

Statement of Interest

Three to five double-spaced pages that should address the following:

  • Trace the origin and development of your interest in social work as a professional, including any significant influences or experiences.
  • What qualifications do you bring to the classroom and social work practice? Do you have any limitations that might affect your ability to practice social work that you would like to disclose?
  • Discuss your experience working with populations other than your own. This may include gender identity, race, religion, socioeconomic, and/or cultural background. 

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV) 

If you are unsure how to format your resume, feel free to reference our guide.

Official Transcript(s) 

One copy of the official transcript(s) from each certificate, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level institution you have attended. To be considered official, a transcript (1) must be sent directly from your institution to Tulane School of Social Work and (2) must show completion of coursework required for the degree, the degree earned, and the date of degree conferral. 

Note: If your overall GPA from your undergraduate degree-granting institution is 3.0 or higher, you are not required to submit transcripts from institutions where you received transfer credit toward your bachelor's degree.

References/Recommendations 

A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation (LORs) must be received. The recommenders will submit the letters of recommendation directly to the application portal. Applicants should select two individuals who know them well and have agreed to write a recommendation. As an applicant, keep the following guidelines in mind:

  • If you are presently working or have been engaged in volunteer work in human services, one of the letters should be submitted by your supervisor or employer.
  • If you are currently only a student, the two (2) letters should be submitted by a faculty advisor or professor in your major area who is familiar with your academic work.
  • NO personal references (family, friends, social acquaintances, co-workers) will be accepted.
  • We ask that applicants have the name, title, professional email address, phone number, and relationship of each recommender on hand.
  • If you need guidance on how to ask for letters of recommendation, please review our helpful tips.

Reference/recommendation letters can be submitted via the application website.

Fall Deadlines
Application Open: August 10
Application Close: May 10
Deposit Due: July 10
Classes Start: August

Spring Deadlines
Application Open: January 10
Application Close: November 1
Deposit Due: December 10
Classes Start: January

Admission to the Doctor of Social Work program is a competitive process. All applicants must have the following qualifications:

  1. A master's degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)-accredited school.
  2. A minimum grade point average of 3.3 in both undergraduate and graduate study.
  3. Three or more years of relevant post-master's social work experience.

Applicants to the DSW program must submit the following documents with their electronic application:

Statement of Interest

Three to five double-spaced pages that should address the following:

  • Trace the origin and development of your interest in social work as a professional, including any significant influences or experiences.
  • What qualifications do you bring to the classroom and social work practice? Do you have any limitations that might affect your ability to practice social work that you would like to disclose?
  • Discuss your experience working with populations other than your own. This may include gender identity, race, religion, socioeconomic, and/or cultural background.


Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

If you are unsure how to format your resume, feel free to reference our guide.

Official Transcript(s)

One copy of the official transcript(s) from each certificate, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level institution you have attended. To be considered official, a transcript (1) must be sent directly from your institution to Tulane School of Social Work and (2) must show completion of coursework required for the degree, the degree earned, and the date of degree conferral.

Note: If your overall GPA from your undergraduate degree-granting institution is 3.0 or higher, you are not required to submit transcripts from institutions where you received transfer credit toward your bachelor's degree.

References/Recommendations

A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation (LORs) must be received. The recommenders will submit the letters of recommendation directly to the application portal. Applicants should select two individuals who know them well and have agreed to write a recommendation. As an applicant, keep the following guidelines in mind:

  • If you are presently working or have been engaged in volunteer work in human services, one of the letters should be submitted by your supervisor or employer.
  • If you are currently only a student, the two (2) letters should be submitted by a faculty advisor or professor in your major area who is familiar with your academic work.
  • NO personal references (family, friends, social acquaintances, co-workers) will be accepted.
  • We ask that applicants have the name, title, professional email address, phone number, and relationship of each recommender on hand.
  • If you need guidance on how to ask for letters of recommendation, please review our helpful tips.

Reference/recommendation letters can be submitted via the application website.

Optional Materials

  • Copies of any publications or research.
  • A professional or academic writing sample.

Fall Deadlines
Application Open: December 1
Application Close: July 1
Deposit Due: August 1
Classes Start: August

Spring Deadlines
Application Open: May 1
Application Close: December 5
Deposit Due: January 2
Classes Start: January

Summer Deadlines
Application Open: August 1
Application Close: April 5
Deposit Due: April 25
Classes Start: May

Applicants to Tulane’s Master of Science - Disaster Resilience Leadership program must meet the following requirements:

  • Demonstrate a strong performance in the junior and senior years of undergraduate study or a postgraduate degree program, or have strong employer references
  • An official transcript listing your bachelor's degree with the conferral date is required
  • A grade-point average of 3.0 or better on a 4-point scale (preferred)

Applicants to the MS-DRL program must submit the following documents with their electronic application:

Statement of Interest for MS DRL

Three to five double-spaced pages that explain your reasons for applying to the MS-DRL program, past relevant professional experience, future career goals, and practice interests. While we appreciate the context of the personal journey that led you to pursue an MS-DRL, the majority of your writing (>50 percent should be dedicated to:

  1. Your practice interests and previous disaster-related work
  2. Personal/career goals that the MS-DRL will help you to achieve
  3. Anticipated contributions to the profession of disaster resilience


Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

If you are unsure how to format your resume, feel free to reference our guide.

Official Transcript(s)

One copy of the official transcript(s) from each certificate, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level institution you have attended. To be considered official, a transcript (1) must be sent directly from your institution to Tulane School of Social Work and (2) must show completion of coursework required for the degree, the degree earned, and the date of degree conferral.

Note: If your overall GPA from your undergraduate degree-granting institution is 3.0 or higher, you are not required to submit transcripts from institutions where you received transfer credit toward your bachelor's degree.

References/Recommendations

A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation (LORs) must be received. The recommenders will submit the letters of recommendation directly to the application portal. Applicants should select two individuals who know them well and have agreed to write a recommendation. As an applicant, keep the following guidelines in mind:

  • If you are presently working or have been engaged in volunteer work in human services, one of the letters should be submitted by your supervisor or employer.
  • If you are currently only a student, the two (2) letters should be submitted by a faculty advisor or professor in your major area who is familiar with your academic work.
  • NO personal references (family, friends, social acquaintances, co-workers) will be accepted.
  • We ask that applicants have the name, title, professional email address, phone number, and relationship of each recommender on hand.
  • If you need guidance on how to ask for letters of recommendation, please review our helpful tips.

Reference/recommendation letters can be submitted via the application website.

Fall Deadlines
Application Open: December 1
Application Close: July 1
Deposit Due: August 1
Classes Start: August

Spring Deadlines
Application Open: May 1
Application Close: December 5
Deposit Due: January 2
Classes Start: January

Summer Deadlines
Application Open: August 1
Application Close: April 5
Deposit Due: April 25
Classes Start: May

The Certificate in Disaster Resilience Leadership is for non-degree-seeking students. Upon completion of the certificate requirements, you will receive official Tulane University credit for the DRL courses taken, and a transcript record can be generated upon request.

The Disaster Resilience Leadership Academy (DRLA) Faculty Steering Committee evaluates all applications for admission to the certificate program. Admissions decisions consider the applicant's undergraduate and graduate courses and grades, letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose.

We encourage prospective applicants to communicate with the program via phone and/or email and secure answers to any questions they might have. When feasible, a face-to-face meeting and campus tour may be arranged. Applicants to Tulane’s DRL Certificate must meet the following requirements:

  1. A strong performance in undergraduate or postgraduate study or strong employer references.
  2. A bachelor's degree. An official transcript listing your bachelor's degree with the conferral date is required.
  3. A grade-point average of 3.0 or better on a 4-point scale (preferred).

Applicants to the DRL Certificate program must submit the following documents with their electronic application:

  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV) — If you are unsure how to format your resume, feel free to reference our guide.
  • Official Transcript(s) — One copy of official transcript(s) from each certificate, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level institution you have attended. To be considered official, a transcript (1) must be sent directly from your institution to Tulane School of Social Work and (2) must show completion of coursework required for the degree, the degree earned, and the date of degree conferral.
    • If your overall GPA from your undergraduate degree-granting institution is 3.0 or higher, you are not required to submit transcripts from institutions where you received transfer credit toward your bachelor's degree.
  • References/Recommendations — A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation (LORs) must be received. The recommenders will submit the letters of recommendation directly to the application portal. Applicants should select two individuals who know them well and have agreed to write a recommendation. As an applicant, keep the following guidelines in mind:
    • If you are presently working or have been engaged in volunteer work in a relevant field, one of the letters should be submitted by your supervisor or employer.
    • If you are currently only a student, the two (2) letters should be submitted by a faculty advisor or professor in your major area who is familiar with your academic work.
    • NO personal references (family, friends, social acquaintances, co-workers) will be accepted.
    • We ask that applicants have the name, title, professional email address, phone number, and relationship of each recommender on hand.
    • If you need guidance on asking for letters of recommendation, please review our helpful tips.

Reference/recommendation letters can be submitted via the application website.

Tulane University School of Law

 

To apply, complete the online application, upload your official government-issued photo ID, and pay the application fee.

Required Application Materials

  • Online application
  • Resume
  • Personal statement/statement of goals
  • One letter of recommendation
  • TOEFL score (international applicants only—minimum overall score of 90)
  • Official grade transcripts
    • Note: Include undergraduate degree(s), master’s degrees (if applicable) and any other degrees you have earned
    • Important: Transcripts we receive must be official, meaning they will be sent directly to us from the university. They can be sent electronically or via regular mail (see below). If you have official transcripts in their original, sealed envelope from the university, you may send those to us via regular mail; be sure not to open the envelope. If the seal is broken, they are no longer considered official
  • Request official transcripts be sent only to the two addresses listed below, and not to any other Tulane mailing or email address, or MJ Admissions will not receive your transcripts and your application will not be complete
    • Request electronic transcripts be emailed only to: mj@tulane.edu
    • Request physical transcripts be mailed only to: 
      Tulane Law School 
      ATTN: MJ Admissions 
      6329 Freret Street 
      New Orleans, LA 70118

To apply, complete the online application, upload your official government-issued photo ID, and pay the application fee.

Required Application Materials

  • Online application
  • Resume
  • Personal statement/statement of goals
  • One letter of recommendation
  • TOEFL score (international applicants only—minimum overall score of 90)
  • Official grade transcripts
    • Note: Include undergraduate degree(s), master’s degrees (if applicable) and any other degrees you have earned
    • Important: Transcripts we receive must be official, meaning they will be sent directly to us from the university. They can be sent electronically or via regular mail (see below). If you have official transcripts in their original, sealed envelope from the university, you may send those to us via regular mail; be sure not to open the envelope. If the seal is broken, they are no longer considered official
  • Request official transcripts be sent only to the two addresses listed below, and not to any other Tulane mailing or email address, or MJ Admissions will not receive your transcripts and your application will not be complete
    • Request electronic transcripts be emailed only to: mj@tulane.edu
    • Request physical transcripts be mailed only to: 
      Tulane Law School 
      ATTN: MJ Admissions 
      6329 Freret Street 
      New Orleans, LA 70118

To apply, complete the online application, upload your official government-issued photo ID, and pay the application fee.

Required Application Materials

  • Online application
  • Resume
  • Personal statement/statement of goals
  • One letter of recommendation
  • TOEFL score (international applicants only—minimum overall score of 90)
  • Official grade transcripts
    • Note: Include undergraduate degree(s), master’s degrees (if applicable) and any other degrees you have earned
    • Important: Transcripts we receive must be official, meaning they will be sent directly to us from the university. They can be sent electronically or via regular mail (see below). If you have official transcripts in their original, sealed envelope from the university, you may send those to us via regular mail; be sure not to open the envelope. If the seal is broken, they are no longer considered official
  • Request official transcripts be sent only to the two addresses listed below, and not to any other Tulane mailing or email address, or MJ Admissions will not receive your transcripts and your application will not be complete
    • Request electronic transcripts be emailed only to: mj@tulane.edu
    • Request physical transcripts be mailed only to: 
      Tulane Law School 
      ATTN: MJ Admissions 
      6329 Freret Street 
      New Orleans, LA 70118

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