TOEFL We require that candidates seeking admission score 550 or better on the TOEFL (paper), 80 or better on the TOEFL (internet), or 28 or better on the TOEFL iBT. IELTS Additionally, we require a score of 6 or better on the IELTS. GRE The applicant must obtain scores on the aptitude (verbal, quantitative, and analytical) tests of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants are not required to offer scores on the advanced test in political science.

PS A personal statement of purpose written and submitted by the applicant. This should be a concise, sharply focused and well-crafted essay of a page or more that conveys intellectual ambitions, indicates how the program of study satisfies the student’s interests, and how the student would contribute to the program. Fee $30 application fee RL Letters of Recommendation from three faculty members or others familiar with the academic potential or work habits and experience of the applicant are required. Letters should speak primarily to the academic prowess of the applicant. Transcript Please mail your transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable),and writing sample (Ph.D. applicants only): Graduate Secretary Department of Political Science University of Florida P.O. Box 117325 Gainesville, Florida 32611-7325 Fax (352) 392-8127