PS A written statement of personal goals. This statement should address (a) the area(s) of accounting in which you are interested, (b) why you believe the program and faculty at Michigan State University fit your interests, and (c) your career objectives upon completion of your degree. This statement should be no longer than two pages (double-spaced). Please note that when you complete the online application, you will be asked to complete an “academic statement” and a “personal statement.” Your statement of personal goals can be used for both the academic statement and the personal statement. Fee $75 for international graduates RL Three letters of reference from individuals who are able to appraise your personal interests, abilities, and the likelihood that you will successfully complete your PhD program. There is no specific recommendation form. Letters of recommendation should be uploaded via the recommendation portal. Alternatively, you may mail the letters to the department’s address (see above) or email to acct@broad.msu.edu Transcript College transcripts showing grades received while pursuing all prior undergraduate degrees as well as graduate degrees, if any. Official copies should be sent directly to the Department of Accounting: Department of Accounting The Eli Broad College of Business Michigan State University 632 Bogue Street, N270 East Lansing, MI 48824-1122The Office of Admissions will accept the following as certified copies: i. The copy is notarized with name/stamp/seal/date and submitted by the applicant in a sealed envelope. ii. The copy of the original is attached to an MSU faculty written translation signed and dated by faculty member when original is not in English. iii. The copy is stamped “true copy” or “duplicate” by the international institution (must be in sealed envelope). iv. The original transcript is viewed by an MSU department employee. The employee makes a copy and stamps the copy “compared with original.” The applicant and employee must both sign and date the copy.