Document #1: Applicant statement
In your FSU application, applicants should submit a self-authored, original, personal statement addressing their interest and fit for this program. This statement will be evaluated for its style, clarity of purpose, organization, grammar, and development of ideas. In the personal statement, all applicants should ensure an answer to at least these questions:
- What are your short and long-term goals?
- What do you plan to be doing in 10 years?
- Why have you chosen to apply to our master’s program?
- What experiences and competencies make you a strong candidate for our program (internships, work experience, awards, research skills, teaching experience, etc.?
Upload Process:
Before logging into the online application system, save your applicant statement in an electronic format (Word, PDF, etc.). In the online application system, under Upload Materials, please select Statement of Purpose and upload your applicant statement. Please follow the system upload directions.
Document #2: A resume
This should be carefully proofread, professional in nature, and outlines all related academic and professional experiences relevant to this program.
Upload Process:
Before logging into the online application system, save your resume/curriculum vitae in an electronic format (Word, PDF, Etc.). In the online application system, under Upload Materials, please select Resume/Curriculum Vitae and upload your resume/curriculum Vitae. Please follow the system upload directions.
Document #3: Three letters of recommendation
Applicants must arrange for the submission of three letters of recommendation through the FSU application process. The letters should provide an accurate assessment of your accomplishments and ability to succeed in graduate school and in the workplace. Recommendations from former professors and employers are preferred. Letters should be on an organization letterhead. Personal recommendations from relatives or friends will not be accepted.
Upload Process:
Before logging into the online application system, save your written work sample in an electronic format (Word, PDF. etc.). In the online application system, under Upload Materials, please select Writing Sample and upload your writing sample. Please follow the system upload directions.