PS Statement of interest narrative that includes a description of career and research goals, personally developed skills, Ph.D. emphasis area of major interest, and eventual contacts made with departmental faculty. GPA Official transcript of undergraduate and graduate course work. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in any natural science, mathematics, engineering, or computer science with a minimum GPA of 3.00 in their last 60 credits of study. CV Recent professional résumé is required. Fee The graduate application fee is $75. RL Three letters of recommendation from individuals knowledgeable about the professional and/or academic work of the applicant Transcript All transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be translated into English, if applicable, and submitted to the Office of Admissions for evaluation. Mason will provide evaluation service free of charge for all international transcripts. Because of the volume, more time may be needed to process applications requiring a Mason evaluation. For expedited services, students can submit their documents to a recognized U.S. evaluation service at their own expense. A list of recognized evaluation services is available at Mason's Admissions Office or online.