PS This one- to two-page essay should concisely describe your reasons for choosing to pursue graduate study in Horticulture at Iowa State University, your research interests and career goals, and a brief description of your preparation for graduate school including any evidence of prior research experience or training. The statement will be submitted electronically through the online application. CV To assist the admissions committee in reviewing files, we require applicants to submit a current resume / CV with details about any job experience, internships, publications, presentations, scholarly awards or honors, extracurricular activities, etc. Fee The $100 application fee for international students is nonrefundable. RL Three letters of recommendation. These letters must be from people acquainted with the applicant’s academic, research and/or professional qualifications. Letters must be submitted online as part of the application process. Transcript Official transcripts from undergraduate (if applying for M.S.) or undergraduate and graduate (if applying for Ph.D.) degree programs must be submitted with on-line application. International academic records must be in the original language accompanied by an official English translation duly attested by the official seal/stamp and an official signature.