PS Statement of Purpose -Concisely discuss your computer science educational, research, or industrial background as they relate to your objectives. Include any unique experiences relevant to research you have done. Discuss why you are applying to the University of Minnesota. Please include names of faculty members and research groups at the University of Minnesota whose research is of interest to you. Use this area to list any extenuating circumstances such as poor grades or test scores. CV Curriculum Vitae or resume. This should include: Educational background and degrees Teaching or research experience A list of papers/publications (URLs included) Computer languages in which you are proficient Other information that will advance your application can be uploaded in PDF format Fee International： $95.00 RL Three Letters of Recommendation Provide the names and e-mail address of three recommenders along with all other requested information.  The CS&E department does not accept hard copies of recommendation letters, they must be submitted through the online system.  Transcript Transcripts You must indicate all the colleges and graduate schools you have attended. Unofficial transcripts must be uploaded directly to the Apply Yourself application per these instructions. Official transcripts are required for those students admitted to the program. Do not fax or mail hard copies of your transcripts.