PS Applicants must submit these essays directly into their online application. Please note that each essay should not duplicate the other. We also do not accept a personal resume or curriculum vitae as a response to either essay. The Statement of Purpose is your opportunity to state your specific interests with respect to the program to which you are applying. Your intended area of specialization, career objectives and research interests and experience are of particular interest. GPA 3.00 GPA (M.S.) based on last 2 yrs of Bachelor's Degree. Fee The nonrefundable $100.00 application fee must be paid by credit card (VISA or MasterCard) prior to submission of your application . RL Three letters of recommendation are required and at least two of these letters should be requested from professors in your major subject. Transcript One set of official transcripts are required and once admitted, students will be asked to send a final transcript with the degree(s) posted. International students are required to submit two transcripts, one in the original language and the other in English. Copies of international degree certificates are also required if the student has graduated.