East Tennessee State University

Application Instructions - East Tennessee State University Online

  1. Check your program's requirements to determine the documents you will need for your application. Be sure to also check your program's deadlines, as all application materials should be received by the stated deadline.
  2. If you have previously created an account, you will need to use your existing account. Please do not hesitate to contact our technical support at gradtech@etsu.edu if your account has been locked out. We will be happy to assist with resetting your password. If you have not created an account, you will need to follow the instructions below to sign up and create an account.
  3. On the Application Login page, choose “Sign Up.”
  4. Fill out the form with your first name, last name, and email address.
  5. You will receive an email with a link to set your password. Follow the link to create a new password. Passwords must use at least 8 characters.
  6. After setting your password you will be taken to the home page. Click "START A NEW APPLICATION" from the left side of the page.
  7. Click "START APPLICATION" underneath Graduate – NOT underneath Undergraduate.
  8. Select if you are a Domestic or International student, the Program Level, Program Name, Concentration (if applicable) and the Term. Once completed, click "START APPLICATION."
  9. Start your application and fill out the requested fields.
  10. Any requested documents, such as a resume, unofficial transcripts, and/or CV, will need to be uploaded as PDFs. To upload your document, click the upload button (small button of a cloud with an arrow to the right of the selection bar) and then select the file you would like to submit.
    1. To convert your document to a PDF, first open the document you would like to convert. Next, navigate to print preview (CTRL + P for windows; Command + P for Mac). Using the destination drop down menu, select "Save as PDF." Select "Save" in the bottom-right corner. This will open a new window where you can select where you would like to save your PDF document. After selecting your location, click "Save." Now that your document is saved, you may upload it to your application.
    2. Note: The unofficial transcript must include a grading scale, scheme, or max marks table (usually on the back or bottom of transcripts).
  11. Once all items have been completed, click the “Review your application” button.
  12. Pay the non-refundable application fee. The application fee must be paid for the application to be submitted. To begin, click "Save & Pay."
  13. Next, select "Pay Online" from the drop-down menu and click "Pay Now." You will be re-routed to a Touchnet payment screen.
  14. Complete payment information and click "Continue." Once Payment is complete, select "return to application."
  15. Select "Submit Your Application" and you will be redirected to a verification screen.
  16. Verify that all is true and correct. Once completed, click "Verify & Submit." A "Thank You for Submitting" screen with the option to "Return Home" will appear. Congratulations! Your application has been submitted.
  17. After submitting your application, you will a have checklist on the application portal (where you filled out your application) that you can sign into and view what you are missing.
    1. Note: All items will NOT be checked off upon submission; items will be checked off as they are reviewed. A green check mark will appear next to each item as they are received and reviewed.
  18. You will receive an email notification when an admission decision is available. Once available, you can view your application decision by logging back into your account on our application portal. Click "View Your Decision" to view the decision letter.
  19. After opening the decision letter, you can reply to your offer by clicking "Reply to Offer" in the bottom right corner.