PS For your Statement of Purpose, choose one of the following options: In an essay of approximately 500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study at the Elliott School of International Affairs. As part of your statement of purpose, describe your academic and research interests, career objectives, and how a degree from the Elliott School will enable you to achieve your goals. Please be specific. OR In an essay of approximately 500 words, please discuss an issue of international importance you wish to address in your professional career. Please include how the Elliott School and the academic program to which you have applied will prepare you to address this global issue. CV A resumé or curriculum vitae is required Fee Application fee: $75 RL Two (2) letters of recommendation, preferably from professors. Applicants who have been out of school for several years may send recommendations from supervisors or employers. Transcript Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript.  Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application.  Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission. If academic records are in a language other than English, English language translations must be provided.  The English translations alone should be uploaded into the online application. Official transcripts and certified English translations will be required of applicants who are offered admission. Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to: Office of Graduate Admissions  The Elliott School of International Affairs  The George Washington University  1957 E Street, NW, Suite 301  Washington, DC 20052