GPA PhD: 3.25 on a 4.0 scale or First Class standing CV Professional resume or vita Fee Submit the Colorado State University Online Application for the Graduate School along with a $60 non-refundable application fee for domestic students and $70 fee for international students. RL 3 professional recommendations are required. They must be mailed/emailed from the recommending party directly to the department. The department will accept a formal letter or an email from the recommending party. Recommendations should be from individuals who can accurately evaluate your skills as a student, engineer, scientist, or researcher. Transcript One official original transcript from each college or university attended should be mailed directly to the department and must include all previous undergraduate and graduate work. Transcripts are not required from current CSU students. International students are required to provide official English translations of all transcripts, diplomas, and graduation certificates in addition to the originals.