Transcript: Transcripts A PDF (scanned) copy of an official, college-issued transcript A brief, one-page note describing any inconsistencies in your transcript (such as a bad semester that resulted from medical problems). This note can be included with the scanned transcripts. Curriculum Vitae: Personal Statement and Resume or CV. Graduate School required Online application requests a "text only" CV or resume, which is analyzed electronically or a PDF of your CV or resume a PDF of your Personal Statement In addition, you will answer a few questions about your specific interests in our department. Personal Statement: Personal Statement and Resume or CV. Graduate School required Online application requests a "text only" CV or resume, which is analyzed electronically or a PDF of your CV or resume a PDF of your Personal Statement In addition, you will answer a few questions about your specific interests in our department. Recommendation Letter: Three References Names and email addresses of three (3) references who can provide strong letters of recommendation. The web-based application system will then ask those individuals to enter their recommendations online. Professors in your current department or professors at other schools with whom you have done undergraduate research are highly preferred. Email addresses of your references should be their professional email address.