Grad Track Pathway
An efficient and cost-effective opportunity to begin graduate study—enabling students to earn credit toward a graduate degree without taking extra courses or paying additional tuition.

The Graduate Track Pathway (GTP) program is designed for exceptional undergraduate students at Missouri S&T interested in pursuing graduate education with an opportunity to complete the requirements for both programs at an accelerated pace. This program allows eligible students to use a set of designated credits toward their bachelor’s degrees and then also toward a future graduate program. Missouri S&T offers three tracks within this program, outlined below.

Master's Track

The master’s track allows students to double-count up to nine credit hours of graduate-level coursework, meaning the same courses apply toward both their undergraduate and master’s degree requirements. Upon acceptance into the Grad Track Pathway, students receive conditional admission to their intended graduate program.
  • Eligibility Requirements
  • How to Apply
  • Completing the Pathway

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the master’s track of the Grad Track Pathway, you must:

  • Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Missouri S&T
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Have a minimum departmental GPA of 3.5, based on specific courses determined by your academic department
  • Be in good academic standing at the time of your application

If you are enrolled in the Grad Track Pathway (GTP) and meet the admissions criteria for the Dual Enrollment program, you may take up to additional graduate credit hours through Dual Enrollment. Student's admitted to their undergraduate program in fall 2025 or later will be limited to nine credit hours of dual enrollment in addition to credits earned through the Grad Track Pathway.

How to Apply

1. Log in to the Application Portal

  • Go to https://connect.mst.edu/apply and log in as a Returning User.
  • If you’ve forgotten your login or have questions about accessing your application, contact Graduate and International Admissions at stgrad@mst.edu.

2. Start a New Graduate Application

  • Select “Start New Application,” then choose “Graduate Application.”
  • You’ll be asked to select your preferred mode of study:
    • Graduate On-Campus, or
    • Graduate Distance (if you plan to complete your degree remotely)
  • Click “Create Application” to begin.

3. Complete the Program Information Section

  • In the Academic Program Selection section:
    • Choose “Master’s” as your academic level.
    • Select your intended graduate program or major.
    • Answer “No” to: “Are you applying as a current S&T graduate certificate student moving to a master's degree program?”
  • In the Previous Application Information section:
    • Answer “Yes” to:
      • “Have you previously applied for admission to Missouri S&T?”
      • “Have you previously enrolled at Missouri S&T?”
      • “Are you a current student applying to participate in the Grad Track Pathway Program?”
    • Choose the term you plan to begin your master’s program (this must be after your undergraduate degree is awarded; a one-year break or less is allowed).
    • Enter your current Student ID number.
    • Answer “No” to: “Have you previously been awarded a degree from Missouri S&T?”

4. Finalize and Submit Your Application

  • Review the following sections for accuracy:
    • Personal Background
    • Academic History
    • Additional Information
    • Test Scores
  • Upload your Statement of Purpose, Resume, and Letters of Recommendation, if required by your program.
  • Once everything is complete, sign electronically and submit your application.

Completing the Pathway

To successfully complete the Grad Track Pathway, you must remain in good academic standing and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of graduation. Additionally, it is your responsibility to complete all required steps outlined below to ensure your shared credit is properly applied to your graduate program.

1. Submit the Shared Credit Course Designation Form

  • After you’re admitted to the Grad Track Pathway, you’ll receive an email confirming your conditional admission along with a link to the GTP Course Approval Form.

    • Use this link to submit the form and indicate which graduate-level courses you plan to double-count for both your undergraduate and master’s degrees.

    • Once submitted, the form will enter an approval workflow.

    • You’ll receive a confirmation email with a tracking link so you can monitor the status of your form.

    • It is your responsibility to ensure the form is fully approved before your undergraduate degree is awarded.

    • If changes are needed, you’ll need to submit a revised form. Changes cannot be made after your undergraduate degree has been awarded.
  • Questions? Contact grad@mst.edu for help.

2. Confirm Your Intent to Continue into the Graduate Program

  • As you approach the completion of your bachelor’s degree, you’ll receive an email asking you to confirm your intent to begin your master’s program in the term you previously selected.

    • You must complete this step in order for your application to be routed through the final admission process and for you to be formally admitted to your graduate program.

3. Complete Your Undergraduate Degree

  • Complete all remaining requirements for your undergraduate degree and submit your application for graduation.

4. Review Your Graduate Degree Audit

  • After your bachelor’s degree has been awarded, review your graduate degree audit to confirm which shared credit courses have been approved to be a part of your master’s program.
  • By the fourth week of your second semester as a graduate student, you must submit your Form 1 – Plan of Study. This form outlines all courses you have completed or plan to take as part of your master’s degree, including your approved shared credit courses. It will be used to create your official graduate degree audit and confirm your program requirements.

Ph.D. Track

The Ph.D. track allows students to double-count up to twelve credit hours of graduate-level coursework, meaning the same courses apply toward both their undergraduate and Ph.D. degree requirements. Upon acceptance into the Grad Track Pathway, students receive conditional admission to their intended graduate program.
  • Eligibility Requirements
  • How to Apply
  • Completing the Pathway

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Ph.D. track of the Grad Track Pathway, you must:

  • Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Missouri S&T
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
  • Have a minimum departmental GPA of 3.75, based on specific courses determined by your academic department
  • Be in good academic standing at the time of your application

If you are enrolled in the Grad Track Pathway (GTP) and meet the admissions criteria for the Dual Enrollment program, you may take up to additional graduate credit hours through Dual Enrollment. Student's admitted to their undergraduate program in fall 2025 or later will be limited to nine credit hours of dual enrollment in addition to credits earned through the Grad Track Pathway.

How to Apply

1. Log in to the Application Portal

  • Go to https://connect.mst.edu/apply and log in as a Returning User.
  • If you’ve forgotten your login or have questions about accessing your application, contact Graduate and International Admissions at stgrad@mst.edu.

2. Start a New Graduate Application

  • Select “Start New Application,” then choose “Graduate Application.”
  • You’ll be asked to select your preferred mode of study:
    • Graduate On-Campus, or
    • Graduate Distance (if you plan to complete your degree remotely)
  • Click “Create Application” to begin.

3. Complete the Program Information Section

  • In the Academic Program Selection section:
    • Choose “Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)” as your academic level.
    • Select your intended graduate program or major.
  • In the Previous Application Information section:
    • Answer “Yes” to:
      • “Have you previously applied for admission to Missouri S&T?”
      • “Have you previously enrolled at Missouri S&T?”
      • “Are you a current student applying to participate in the Grad Track Pathway Program?”
    • Choose the term you plan to begin your Ph.D. program (this MUST be the semester following your undergraduate degree being awarded)
    • Enter your current Student ID number.
    • Answer “No” to: “Have you previously been awarded a degree from Missouri S&T?”

4. Finalize and Submit Your Application

  • Review the following sections for accuracy:
    • Personal Background
    • Academic History
    • Additional Information
    • Test Scores
  • Upload your Statement of Purpose, Resume, and Letters of Recommendation, if required by your program.
  • Once everything is complete, sign electronically and submit your application.

Completing the Pathway

To successfully complete the Grad Track Pathway, you must remain in good academic standing and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 at the time of graduation. Additionally, it is your responsibility to complete all required steps outlined below to ensure your shared credit is properly applied to your graduate program.

1. Submit the Shared Credit Course Designation Form

  • After you’re admitted to the Grad Track Pathway, you’ll receive an email confirming your conditional admission along with a link to the GTP Course Approval Form.

    • Use this link to submit the form and indicate which graduate-level courses you plan to double-count for both your undergraduate and Ph.D. degrees.

    • Once submitted, the form will enter an approval workflow.

    • You’ll receive a confirmation email with a tracking link so you can monitor the status of your form.

    • It is your responsibility to ensure the form is fully approved before your undergraduate degree is awarded.

    • If changes are needed, you’ll need to submit a revised form. Changes cannot be made after your undergraduate degree has been awarded.
  • Questions? Contact grad@mst.edu for help.

2. Confirm Your Intent to Continue into the Graduate Program

  • As you approach the completion of your bachelor’s degree, you’ll receive an email asking you to confirm your intent to begin your Ph.D. program in the term you previously selected.

    • You must complete this step in order for your application to be routed through the final admission process and for you to be formally admitted to your graduate program.

3. Complete Your Undergraduate Degree

  • Complete all remaining requirements for your undergraduate degree and submit your application for graduation.

4. Review Your Graduate Degree Audit

  • After your bachelor’s degree has been awarded, review your graduate degree audit to confirm which shared credit courses have been approved to be a part of your Ph.D. program.
  • By the end of the semester that you take the qualifying exam, you must submit your Form 5 – Plan of Study. This form outlines all courses you have completed or plan to take as part of your Ph.D. degree, including your approved shared credit courses. It will be used to create your official graduate degree audit and confirm your program requirements.

Graduate Certificate Track

The certificate track allows students to double-count up to six credit hours of graduate-level coursework, meaning the same courses apply toward both their undergraduate and certificate program requirements. Upon acceptance into the Grad Track Pathway, students receive conditional admission to their intended graduate program.
  • Eligibility Requirements
  • How to Apply
  • Completing the Pathway

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the certificate track of the Grad Track Pathway, you must:

  • Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Missouri S&T
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Be in good academic standing at the time of your application

If you are enrolled in the Grad Track Pathway (GTP) and meet the admissions criteria for the Dual Enrollment program, you may take up to additional graduate credit hours through Dual Enrollment. Student's admitted to their undergraduate program in fall 2025 or later will be limited to nine credit hours of dual enrollment in addition to credits earned through the Grad Track Pathway.

How to Apply

1. Log in to the Application Portal

  • Go to https://connect.mst.edu/apply and log in as a Returning User.
  • If you’ve forgotten your login or have questions about accessing your application, contact Graduate and International Admissions at stgrad@mst.edu.

2. Start a New Graduate Application

  • Select “Start New Application,” then choose “Graduate Application.”
  • You’ll be asked to select your preferred mode of study:
    • Graduate On-Campus, or
    • Graduate Distance (if you plan to complete your degree remotely)
  • Click “Create Application” to begin.

3. Complete the Program Information Section

  • In the Academic Program Selection section:
    • Choose “Certificate” as your academic level.
    • Select your intended graduate program or major.
  • In the Previous Application Information section:
    • Answer “Yes” to:
      • “Have you previously applied for admission to Missouri S&T?”
      • “Have you previously enrolled at Missouri S&T?”
      • “Are you a current student applying to participate in the Grad Track Pathway Program?”
    • Choose the term you plan to begin your certificate program (this MUST be the semester following your undergraduate degree being awarded)
    • Enter your current Student ID number.
    • Answer “No” to: “Have you previously been awarded a degree from Missouri S&T?”

4. Finalize and Submit Your Application

  • Review the following sections for accuracy:
    • Personal Background
    • Academic History
    • Additional Information
    • Test Scores
  • Upload your Statement of Purpose, Resume, and Letters of Recommendation, if required by your program.
  • Once everything is complete, sign electronically and submit your application.

Completing the Pathway

To successfully complete the Grad Track Pathway, you must remain in good academic standing and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of graduation. Additionally, it is your responsibility to complete all required steps outlined below to ensure your shared credit is properly applied to your graduate program.

1. Submit the Shared Credit Course Designation Form

  • After you’re admitted to the Grad Track Pathway, you’ll receive an email confirming your conditional admission along with a link to the GTP Course Approval Form.

    • Use this link to submit the form and indicate which graduate-level courses you plan to double-count for both your undergraduate degree and graduate certificate.

    • Once submitted, the form will enter an approval workflow.

    • You’ll receive a confirmation email with a tracking link so you can monitor the status of your form.

    • It is your responsibility to ensure the form is fully approved before your undergraduate degree is awarded.

    • If changes are needed, you’ll need to submit a revised form. Changes cannot be made after your undergraduate degree has been awarded.
  • Questions? Contact grad@mst.edu for help.

2. Confirm Your Intent to Continue into the Graduate Program

  • As you approach the completion of your bachelor’s degree, you’ll receive an email asking you to confirm your intent to begin your certificate program in the term you previously selected.

    • You must complete this step in order for your application to be routed through the final admission process and for you to be formally admitted to your graduate program.

3. Complete Your Undergraduate Degree

  • Complete all remaining requirements for your undergraduate degree and submit your application for graduation.

4. Review Your Graduate Degree Audit

  • After your bachelor’s degree has been awarded, review your graduate degree audit to confirm which shared credit courses have been approved to be a part of your graduate certificate program.