Transcript: Transcripts Curriculum Vitae: A copy of your resume Personal Statement: A written academic statement explaining your reasons for seeking a graduate program degree. The following statement must be included: "My intended area of specialization in the graduate program in Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University will be in ___________________________." Your Academic Statement should be concise, and no more than 2 pages when formatted in Times New Roman 12-point font with 1-inch margins and single line spacing. Recommendation Letter: Three (3) letters of recommendation are requested through the graduate student education portal. Personal Statement: A written personal statement describing how your background and life experiences - including social, economic, cultural, familial, educational, or other opportunities or challenges - motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree. Your Personal Statement should be concise, and no more than 2 pages when formatted in Times New Roman 12-point font with 1-inch margins and single line spacing. Statement of Financial Proof: A "Statement of Financial Proof and Affidavit of Support" if you are an international student and can provide for your own support as a graduate student.