Transcript:
Transcripts from prior undergraduate (with an average grade of B or better) and graduate work is required.
Curriculum Vitae:
A resume/CV is required.
Personal Statement:
A formal statement of purpose that describes your educational and professional objectives is required.
Recommendation Letter:
Three letters of recommendation are required
Financial Certification:
International applicants who are offered admission to a graduate program are required by United States federal regulations to certify that you have sufficient funds to pay for your expenses at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for the entire length of your studies. Every international applicant offered admission, including applicants who may receive teaching or research assistantships or other awards, must complete and upload the International Student Data Form and Financial Certification Instructions/Worksheet to their ConnectCarolina Student Center after being offered admission. The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) will send you information and instructions for completing and uploading these forms in order to document that you meet necessary financial requirements. ISSS will then send you the appropriate documents to use in obtaining or updating your visa once it has been determined that you have met the necessary financial requirements.
Writing Sample:
A sample of scholarly writing (e.g., academic paper, thesis chapter, or other research-based, argumentative writing, under 30 pages) that shows your ability to conduct research and to write effectively) and an abstract of no more than 500 words summarizing the argument of your writing sample are required.