PS Statement of academic and personal interests. Include your interests, career goals, and reasons for applying to the program. Describe academic as well as professional preparation. Be specific when describing your areas of interest. (500 words maximum) Fee Application Fee: 60 for U.S. residents; $100 for international applicants RL Recommendations should come from 3 individuals who can speak most directly about your ability to complete graduate level coursework & teaching duties. These individual can be from your educational or professional background. You may choose to have either an electronic or paper recommendation submitted; however, electronic is preferred. When you complete the ISU Graduate College Admission Application, there is a section where you can indicate the names and email addresses for your three references. Transcript Official Academic Transcripts