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Official transcripts are not required at the time of application.Instead, you should upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts to your online application. This can either be a scanned version of your official transcript, or, if available, a downloaded PDF from your institution's online portal.If admitted, prior to enrollment at UC Santa Cruz you will need to request an official transcript to be sent to:UC Santa Cruz,Graduate Application Processing,1156 High Street,Santa Cruz, CA 95064.
Personal Statement:
In 500-1000 words you should describe your plans for graduate study or research (including who and what) and your future goals (occupation or profession).
Recommendation Letter:
Three letters of recommendation:Letter should be from professors, professional contacts, or others who best speak to your abilities and academic potential in the field of Philosophy.Letters are to be submitted electronically.You will register your recommenders and their email addresses as part of the online application.
Writing Sample:
Writing Sample of 4,000 - 6,000 words.