PS A 1,000-1,500 word essay that addresses your interest in the PhD program with respect to your academic and professional objectives, the factors that led you to apply to the UTSOA, a situation or job that helped you define your interest, your most substantial professional contribution and why you view it as such, and/or any other factors related to your academic or professional experience that you wish to convey to the admissions committee. + You may submit your ApplyTexas online application before finishing your statement of purpose. You can later upload your statement through MyStatus. CV CV is required Fee International Graduate: $90 RL Recommenders may include former instructors and professional employers. + Letters should include comments on the applicant’s intellectual, communicative, and leadership abilities as well as his or her capacity for creativity and relevant personal characteristics. + After you submit your application and pay your application fee, notification emails will be sent to your recommenders. Any delay in submitting your application or application fee will delay the notifications to your recommenders. Transcript Transcripts is required