PS Because each Home Program requires significant original research activities in fulfillment of the requirements for the PhD degree, we are interested in obtaining as much information as possible about your previous research experiences. Those who already have such experience are in a better position to know whether they are truly interested in performing laboratory research as part of a graduate program. Please include specific information about your research experience in your Statement of Purpose. You may also use the Statement to amplify your comments about your choice of Home Program(s), and how your past experiences and current interests are related to your choice. Personal Statements should not exceed two pages in length (single spaced). Make sure to set your computer to Western European or other English-language setting. We cannot guarantee the ability to access your statement if it is submitted in other fonts. Fee The application fee is $125, is non-refundable, and must be received by the application deadline. RL Three letters of recommendation are required. Please be sure that you ask for a recommendation from at least one individual who can address your potential for original and creative research. In most cases, that individual would be the person in charge of or guiding your most recent research activities. All recommendations must be submitted using the online application system. Transcript Applicants are required to upload copies of their official transcripts/academic records directly into the online application. When completing the Educational History section of the application, you will be asked to list every college and university you have attended for a year or more, and any degree program in which you are currently enrolled. You will also need to upload copies of your transcripts/academic records (including any legends/keys). If your institution uses, as an institutional identification number, your Social Security Number, please ensure that you obscure (using whiteout or a black marker) before scanning and uploading to your application. Please ensure that they are legible since the Admissions Committee will use them in their review process. Please list the highest undergraduate degree awarded (e.g. Bachelor's, Diplom, Maitrise, etc) in the Post-Secondary Institution 1 section. If you have more than three previous institutions, list them in the Additional Educational History section of the application.