Application Guide: Supporting documents

This section of the Application Guide covers the requirements for supporting documents, and how to submit them with your graduate application.

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Supporting documents requirements

Guidance on preparing and submitting supporting documents.

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Official transcript

Guidance on acceptable transcript formats, what to submit if you have not completed your degree yet, or if your transcript is not in English.

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Statement of purpose and research proposal

Advice on submitting a statement of purpose (sometimes called a 'personal statement') and/or a research proposal.

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Written work

Information about written work requirements and who to contact if you have questions.

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Other supporting documents

Guidance on submitting additional supporting documents that may be required such as a CV, a portfolio, or a GRE certificate.

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