PS A statement of purpose indicating the applicant’s reason for pursuing an advanced degree in the study of religion and explaining how the Graduate Program in Religion at Temple is an appropriate venue for the applicant’s studies; this statement should also identify relevant expertise among members of the Religion faculty; GPA A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a strong academic record (a minimum 3.00 grade point average (GPA) on a 4-point scale). CV resume is required. Fee Prospective applicants must meet all requirements and supply complete documents before being considered for admission to the University; in addition, the following fees apply: Application fee of $60; Acceptance fee of $200. RL Three substantive letters of academic recommendation from current or recent former instructors. The student may substitute a letter from a non-academic for one of the academic letters, provided that the recommender is qualified and able to assess the applicant’s academic potential. It is admissible to submit more than three letters of recommendation, but three is the minimum. These should be sent directly by the recommender to the department; Transcript Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate studies; can be sent to: Ms. Linda Jenkins Department of Religion, Graduate Coordinator 1114 W. Polett Walk Anderson Hall 615 Philadelphia, PA 19122 relgrad@temple.edu