PS Formal Statement of Goals. Prepare a formal statement that describes (1) your detailed rationale for pursuing doctoral degree and (2) your research interest(s). State which track of the PhD program for which you are applying. Discuss your interest in doctoral study, indicating how your personal and professional goals, professional experiences, and commitment to education, learning, and research are congruent with a doctoral program in educational leadership and organization development. More specifically, relate your goals to a particular specialization(s). Include a clear statement about your research interest(s) and goals, and how this doctoral program will help you achieve those goals. Members will expect a statement of at least 1,500 words. Please keep in mind that the statement of goals also serves as a sample of your writing ability and the Admissions Committee will review it in this light. CV Resume or Curriculum Vita. It is expected that applicants have prior academic and professional experience in their field of interest. The PhD program is intended for experienced professionals, holding relevant academic degrees and who are qualified to undertake advanced study at the doctoral level. It is important that the academic and professional experience of applicants match the educational focus of the program curriculum and the educational and professional orientation of the program faculty. Fee $65 All graduate applications; $40 Readmission to the same program;$40 Graduate certificate programs;$30 SOPHIS (Public Health applicants who apply through this service). Applicants will call the School of Public Health for a code to use on the SOPHIS application. RL Using the Graduate School on-line application choose three individuals familiar with your background to provide a Letter of Evaluation. It is recommended that at least one of the individual's be a former faculty member who is able to speak to your academic background.http://louisville.edu/education/degrees/phd-elod Transcript Send ALL materials to:University of Louisville,Office of Graduate Admissions,105 Houchens,Louisville, KY 40292