Describe the courses, jobs, professors, research, service projects, internships or professional and/or volunteer activities that have shaped your aspirations.

Please articulate your career goals and your motivation for pursuing a graduate degree at Clemson University in your chosen field of study.

Discuss your specific interests and how earning an advanced degree will help you achieve these goals. Describe the courses, jobs, professors, research, service projects, internships or professional and/or volunteer activities that have shaped your aspirations. Describe how this program at Clemson University will help you reach your goals.

Demonstrate your motivation and capacity to succeed. If you have any items in your application, such as low test scores or poor grades, this is your chance to tell us why this weakness is not a reflection of your current ability.

Please provide any additional information that may assist the selection committee in evaluating your preparation and aptitude for graduate studies at Clemson University.