PS Personal Statement. A one-page personal statement (approximately 500 words) outlining your background, research interests (including possible faculty research advisors), goals, and reasons for applying to our graduate program. GPA Typically successful applicants have a cumulative GPA that meets or exceeds ~3.5 Fee Domestic PhD and MS applicants = $55 (nonrefundable);International PhD and MS applicants = $65 (nonrefundable) RL Letters of Reference. We will require at least three letters of personal reference from course instructors, research supervisors, or employers who are familiar with your abilities and performance. Please include the names and contact information for your references in the AY application. Once your application is submitted your reference will be automatically notified and must submit their recommendation through the "Apply Yourself" online form. Transcript Unofficial Transcipts. Unofficial copies of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded into the AY system. For foreign institutions, include transcripts in the original language, plus official English translations if the original language is not English.Official transcripts for Accepted Students Upon admmission to the program, official transcripts of admitted students need to be sent directly from the academic institutions to the Graduate School Admissions Office (not the Department):University of Utah Office of Admissions,201 S. 1460 East, Rm 250 S.,Salt Lake City, Utah 84112.