Transcript:
One transcript (unofficial can be uploaded by student – official transcripts can be mailed to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs and only required if offer is made).
Personal Statement:
A statement of academic/research interests and ambitions (1-2 pages in length). Applicants’ statements of interest should provide a clear and focused description of their research interests including why they wish to enroll in the program. (A strong research statement elaborates, as clearly as possible, a particular thesis research project the student wishes to carry out, ideally by proposing particular research questions and citing relevant academic literature. Greater elaboration is expected for PhD applicants than for MA applicants).
Recommendation Letter:
Two referee appraisal forms and letters of reference (to be uploaded by referees). All applications must be supported by letters of recommendation from at least two faculty members with whom you have studied, who are in a position to assess your potential for graduate studies and research. References from non-academic supervisors may be acceptable.
Writing Sample:
The sample of written work should have been completed in the most recent degree program and can include a term paper, thesis proposal, or published work.
Other Documents:
The application for employment and relevant coursework forms are optional. They are available on the OUAC website or the department website and can be completed and uploaded into the system