PS Applicants must complete a 1-2 page essay that includes their rationale for wanting to enter the Ph.D. program, their research interests, and a discussion of their career intentions upon receipt of the degree. GPA At least a 3.0 or higher undergraduate weighted mean GPA on a 4.0 scale. If the undergraduate GPA is below 3.0, a GPA will be calculated for the last two years attended if schooling was done at a foreign institution, and based upon the last 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) if the student attended a U.S. institution. CV Resume:Include your current professional resume when you submit the application form. Fee Domestic students: $55 / International Students: $65 RL Ph.D. applicants should request three letters of recommendation, either from academic or professional references. The recommendation should provide an assessment of the applicant’s potential in a Ph.D. program and success in an academic career. You will enter your recommenders’ names and e-mail addresses on the application, and an e-mail will be sent to your recommenders asking them to electronically submit your letter. We will not accept any letters that are not submitted electronically through the ApplyYourself network. In the application, be sure to click “YES” to submit letters online. Transcript Applicants must upload either official or unofficial transcripts from every university previously attended into the online application. If admitted, you will be required to provide official transcripts.