PS Online Statement of Purpose only; 2500 word limit GPA The University of California minimum GPA average to apply is a B (3.0). The Department of History's graduate student average GPA ranges from 3.7-3.8. CV CV is required Fee International Applicants: $125.00 RL Minimum of 3 recommendations required. Online letters of recommendation (preferred) Transcript Application materials such as letters of recommendation and transcripts should be submitted electronically via the online application. Hard copies should only be sent if there are extenuating circumstances wherein it is impossible to submit the materials electronically. In these cases, hard-copy supporting materials should be mailed to: UCSD Department of History Graduate Admissions, HSS 5041 9500 Gilman Drive, MC 0104 La Jolla, CA 92093-0104