Master's Programs

Incoming Master's Student Checklist

All incoming master’s students are required to provide the necessary information and complete the tasks below as they prepare to begin their graduate studies at Brown. International graduate students should refer to the International Pre-Arrival page for more information. 

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Activate your Brown username and email accountmyaccount.brown.eduUpon Enrollment
Verify your personal information and add emergency contact detailsselfservice.brown.eduUpon Enrollment
Upload a photograph for your Brown Account & Brown ID Cardselfservice.brown.eduUpon Enrollment
Submit your final transcript(s)Please refer to the email you received from the Master's Enrollment Team for detailed instructions.Upon Enrollment
Submit the required health formsNOTE: Mandatory for residential students and online students with a residency component. 30 days prior to program start

Confirm health insurance coverage for self and/or dependents

NOTE: Mandatory for residential students. Online students may choose to Opt-In to Brown's Student Health Insurance Plan  but are not required to do so. 30 days prior to program start
Review graduate student housing options if studying residentially on Brown's Providence, RI campus Upon Enrollment

Tuition & Payments

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Review Graduate Tuition & FeesNOTE: Students can access Financing Worksheets, Funding & Support, and other resources for residential and online programs here.Upon Enrollment
Pay tuition bill See link for deadline(s)

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Connect with Student Accessibility Services (SAS)SAS coordinates and facilitates services for students with medical, physical, psychological, and learning disabilities and is available to meet with any student who may be wondering if they have a disability and seeking an evaluation or additional information to assist them. Upon Enrollment
Prepare documentation to apply for Brown's Child Care SubsidyThe subsidy award provides eligible graduate students in both online & residential programs with up to $5,000 a year, per child (up to 3 children, ages 0-6 years old), per household. Learn more and apply hereOctober 18, 2025
Subscribe to relevant mailing listsStay in the loop and connect with the graduate student community through the Graduate Student Council's mailing lists, also known as "Listservs". Upon Enrollment