PS Statement of purpose is required. CV A resume is required. Fee The application fee is $90 for all graduate programs, except those offered by the Marshall School of Business ($155) and the International Academy’s Pre-Master’s program ($175). We accept payments via Visa, MasterCard and Discover card. RL Three letters of recommendation are required. Transcript Make sure to upload a copy of your university-issued transcripts (i.e. issued on letterhead) with your online application. Please note, unofficial transcripts from university student portals are not acceptable. Additionally, you must also send us a copy of your official transcripts. Please click here for detailed guidelines for sending your official transcripts to USC.