PS Your Statement of Purpose should be uploaded as a Word or PDF file in the electronic application (statement should be 2 single spaced pages maximum). In your statement, describe your academic and professional preparation for E-IPER, why you are seeking an interdisciplinary graduate program, your research interests and how they will integrate traditional disciplines, and which faculty members might be best suited to advise you. We are not looking for a detailed research proposal; rather, a bigger picture of your interests, how they fit in E-IPER, and what you ultimately hope to do upon completing your PhD. Fee $125 application fee RL Following the instructions in the electronic application system, request that your three letters of recommendation be submitted electronically by the deadline. It is required by the University that at least one of the recommenders be a faculty member at the last school you attended as a full-time student unless you have been out of school for more than five years. Substitutions for faculty recommendations may include work associates or others who can comment on your potential for graduate work. It is advised by E-IPER that at least two letters of recommendation come from academic sources. All letters of recommendation must be received by November 29, 2017. It is your responsibility to ensure your references know that this deadline is final. Transcript Upload unofficial transcripts from all universities and colleges you attended for one year or more in the electronic application. Also request that ONE official transcript from all colleges and universities you have attended full time for at least one year be sent to us. You can do this in one of two ways: 1) if your institution provides electronic official transcripts, have it sent to the Assistant Director. 2) have your transcript mailed directly from your institution to E-IPER at the address below, to be received by November 29, 2017. While the University states that two transcripts are required, E-IPER needs only one for review purposes. The second transcript will be requested from admitted students prior to matriculation. Mailing address for transcripts: E-IPER Admissions Y2E2 Building, Suite 226 473 Via Ortega Stanford, CA 94305-4210