PS Write a brief essay (2-3 pages long, double spaced) on the following topics concerning you and your intended field of study: i) Your past work on relevant issues, ii) What excites you most about your chosen field of study, iii) Possible areas of research you might pursue, iv) Any research projects you have completed with faculty, and v) Any other information you would like to provide to the admissions committee. We are particularly interested in any projects that you pursued with a faculty member who is writing a letter of reference for you. GPA An equivalent GPA of B+ or better in undergraduate and graduate (if any) coursework is required for consideration. CV Your application must include your current CV. Fee An non-refundable fee of $65. A personal check or credit card payment for the exact amount of the fee, should be paid online in U.S RL Three recommendation letters are required. It is strongly preferred that all letters be written by academics. They can be your previous instructors or your advisors. In some cases, it may be appropriate to ask non-academics, as long as they can speak about academic preparation and performance. Recommendations should address your academic performance, motivation, ability to conceptualize and deal quantitatively, and research potential. Evidence of research capability should be emphasized. Transcript Official transcripts and copies of diploma(s) and/or certificate(s) are required from each institution attended. These documents must be i) submitted in the original language and ii) submitted directly from the Registrar's Office of the issuing university. Documents in a language other than English must be accompanied by certified English translations. Translations supplement, but do not replace, original documents. Note to applicants from China: Official transcripts and diplomas (in Chinese and English) must be sent directly by China Academic Degrees & Graduate Education Information center, http://cqv.chinadegrees.cn/.