GRE Subject:
Not required
GRE General:
Not required, but score submission is encouraged.
TOEFL/IELTS:
All international applicants whose native language is not English must submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score.
Proficiency exams are not required for applicants who have earned a degree from an institution where English is the sole language of instruction or from a university in one of the following countries: Australia, Bahamas, Botswana, Cameroon, Canada (except Quebec), Ethiopia, Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, New Zealand, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Sierra Leone, Swaziland, Tanzania, Gambia, Uganda, United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales), West Indies or Zambia.
For TOEFL iBT exams taken on or before January 20, 2026, the minimum score is 105.
For TOEFL iBT exams taken on or after January 21, 2026, the minimum score is 5.0.
For IELTS, the minimum score is 8.0.
For additional information, please see the Graduate School language proficiency page.
Official Transcripts:
Three (3) recommendations required.
Two (2) required for fifth-year applicants.
Recent graduates (within 3 years) and current students should provide at least 2 letters of recommendation from professors who can speak to your coursework/projects related to STEM, innovation technology or entrepreneurship.
Letters of Recommendation:
Three (3) recommendations required.
- For applicants that graduated more than 5 years ago, at least one academic reference is highly recommended.
- Recent graduates (within 3 years) and current students should provide at least 2 letters of recommendation from professors.
- All other applicants: One recommendation from a professional reference is required and two recommendations from either an academic or a professional reference.
Personal Statement:
500-1000 word personal statement that includes your reasons to pursue graduate work within the School of Engineering, and specifically, a Masters in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship. Discuss your interest in technology innovation and/or entrepreneurship and how studying at Brown will further your professional goals.
3 Supplemental Questions required: Use specific examples wherever possible and show how your background, values and career objectives align with PRIME’s emphasis on real-world innovation and venture creation.
Resume/CV:
Required.
Additional Requirements
Two Video Essays
In the two short video recordings, the applicant will address specific questions provided by the program. Applicants will have time to reflect on the question presented prior to responding real-time. Instructions are included in the online application.
