Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution comparable in standard and content to a bachelors degree from the University of California An overall scholastic average of B 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or better is required IELTS 7.0 TOEFL IBT 87 TOEFL PBT 560 Statement of purpose two pages maximum double space Your statement of purpose should describe academic Africarelated andor professional experience Applicants may include information about their academic achievements and goals for study at UCLA Personal History Personal history statement is an opportunity to provide additional information that may aid the admissions committee in evaluating your preparation and aptitude for graduate study at UCLA Writing sample A research paper or other writing sample that well demonstrates writing and analytical skills 10 pages maximum The goal of the writing sample is to demonstrate your ability to write professionally and clearly For that reason the writing sample should be written in English Three letters of recommendation preferably from former or current professors or from other individuals who can attest to applicants ability to succeed in graduate study Letters should be uploaded via the online application system Transcript An unofficial transcript may be uploaded via online admission application If transcripts are not in English an authorized translation has to be provided Official transcript with degree award date is required upon admission to the program