PS Statement of Purpose - In compiling your statement of purpose, please include responses to the following: Why do you want to attend graduate school? Why do you want to study neuroscience? Describe your academic background Describe your research experience(s) in chronological order indicating your current interests and goals. Why do you want to enroll in the neuroscience program at The Ohio State University? What are your long range professional goals? GPA The average GPA of our matriculated students over the past 5 years is 3.47 on a 4.0 scale. In addition, the Graduate School requires a minimum average undergraduate GPA of B (3.0). Exceptions to this might be made in rare cases if there are counterbalancing strengths in the application (e.g., exceptional research experience and outstanding recommendations; see below). In evaluating candidates, emphasis will be placed on grades in science coursework. Fee A nonrefundable $60 fee for U.S. students and $70 for international students is charged for each admission application you submit to Ohio State for graduate study. You may pay the application fee using a credit or debit card (Visa, Master Card or Discover). RL Three letters of recommendation are required, preferably at least one of which should address research potential or accomplishments. Transcript One original transcript from each accredited institution of higher education attended Applicants now have the option to upload transcripts when they submit their application, or they can email transcripts to gradadmissions@osu.edu if they have already applied. The images need to be of actual transcripts, not advising reports or web printouts. Hard copies of transcripts may be sent to: The Ohio State University Graduate Admissions PO BOX 182004 Columbus, OH 43218-2004