PS Statement of Purpose A single document also including: academic interests and professional goals. GPA GPA 3.0 or above in at least one previous degree CV Resume or Curriculum Vitae Fee Application Fees: International - $85.00. The Department of Physics and Astronomy does not offer fee waivers. RL Recommendations. You will be asked for the names and email addresses of three people who can write a recommendation letter describing your qualifications for graduate school in physics and astronomy. Once you submit the application, an email will be sent to each recommender requesting a letter and electronic survey from each person that you name. Transcript Transcripts A scanned version of the transcript from your undergraduate and any post-Bachelor institution(s). If admitted, you will be required to submit official transcripts by the end of your first semester at KU to avoid having a hold placed on your student account. Review the KU Transcript requirement for more information, especially for International Applicants who may need to provide additional documentation.