PS A personal Statement of Purpose describing professional interests and career aspirations, reasons to receive advanced research training in social work, major areas of interest in research or social work practice, practice experience in social work, plans regarding financing a PhD program, and post-PhD plans. The Statement of Purpose should be two to three pages in length. GPA At least a 3.0 GPA as evidence of superior academic achievement in undergraduate and graduate education. CV Curriculum Vitae/Resume is required.Include: academic honors; membership and participation in professional organizations; and voluntary activities with community, social welfare or civic organizations. Fee The non-refundable graduate application fee for international applicants is $65. Applications submitted after the application deadline will incur an additional $30 late fee, even if an academic department has a later deadline. Applications are not complete until the application fee has been paid. Please do not send cash. RL Three (or more) academic and/or professional letters of reference from people who can attest to your personal qualifications, character, and dependability. These letters should be submitted directly by the writers, either via the online Application for Admission. Transcript Transcripts:Official copies will be requested if you are admitted, but uploading a copy will help expedite your application.