PS Complete MSU’s application for admission online, including the required personal statement. GPA An applicant for admission to the doctoral program must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited four–year university or college and have a grade–point average of approximately 3.40 for the last two years of undergraduate study Fee Pay the $75 nonrefundable application fee (drawn on U.S. funds) using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or an electronic check. RL Do not send letters of recommendation, photographs, portfolios or additional personal essays. Doing so will delay processing of your application. Transcript Request that all secondary schools, colleges or universities attended and examination boards send original or attested copies of all transcripts, diplomas, mark sheets and certificates directly to Michigan State University in an official, sealed envelope. In addition, where the original documents are not issued in English, an official English translation of each document must be provided.