PS Personal State/Statement of Intent - When reviewing applications in our department, we would more specifically like to know why you are interested in pursuing graduate study in sociology, the kinds of sociological topics and approaches that interest you, what your career goals are, and why you are interested in our department. We consider 300-500 words an appropriate length for the Statement of Purpose. We do not count words but we discourage applicants from submitting statements much shorter or much longer than this. CV Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Most Current Resume – This should list academic degrees, academic accomplishments, awards, scholarships, fellowships, research experience, etc. Fee Application fee ($55 domestic, $65 international), must be paid via credit card when on-line application is submitted RL Three Letters of Recommendation - You will be asked for the emails of 3 recommenders when completing your application. Your recommenders will receive an electronic notification that the request has been made as well instructions on how to submit their recommendation. Transcript Official Transcripts - We must receive one official transcript from EACH college or university attended, whether or not a degree was earned. Transcripts must be official and must be received directly from the Office of the Registrar. We also accept certified electronic copies of transcripts sent directly from your alma mater’s Registrar to socgrad@indiana.edu. For international applicants materials sent by mail should be directed to the Office of International Admissions at: International Admissions Poplars 221 400 E. Seventh Street Bloomington, IN 47405