Transcript: Transcripts is required Curriculum Vitae: Optional materials that are accepted in the CS department supplement: Resume and up to three publications. Resume scan should include a scan of any aid award letter that has the award details such as NSF,Fulbright, etc. Personal Statement: A statement of purpose - not required for ApplyTexas application, only for the CS department supplement. It should be approximately 2 pages describing reasons for pursuing graduate study and academic and professional interests and goals. Might include events/experiences that prepared you for CS graduate study and how your interests compliment our department's faculty and research. Recommendation Letter: Three letters of reference - (Note - though you should submit contact information for your 3 references with your ApplyTexas app, the letter requests will be sent from the CS department and uploaded by your references to the CS department supplement. Letters should emphasize research experience and academic achievements, particularly in computer science.)