PS A 500-word typed essay submitted during the online application Fee Pay the $65 non-refundable application fee. The fee can be paid when you submit your application online. RL Three letters of recommendation are required from individuals who can assess your potential for graduate study. You may register your recommenders in the online application system so that they can submit their letters electronically. You may also send letters of recommendation by email to socgrad@miami.edu, or sent to our mailing address (below). Transcript Students should send their transcripts from all universities and colleges to the Graduate Studies Office (see address below). Please Note: Our Graduate Studies Office sends all international transcripts to the University of Miami International Student Services for review prior to being considered for admission. To allow sufficient time to process international applications, please submit the transcripts at least three months prior to the final deadline.