Bachelor degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or equivalent from a recognized foreign institution of higher learning.
A Statement of Objectives (2 page maximum, 12 pt font and single spaced), which should include the following:
A clear explanation of research interests with proposed hypotheses or research questions
A statement indicating why you have chosen to apply to the Department of Botany at the University of Hawaii
An indication of having contacted one or more UH Botany faculty members to discuss potential projects. Please note that students will not be accepted into the graduate program unless a faculty member agrees to serve as an advisor.
Curriculum Vita
Contact information for three reviewers who will submit letters of recommendation. Please contact these people ahead of time, and notify them of the email they will receive requesting a letter of recommendation.
At minimum, the applicant needs to demonstrate above average academic performance (B average, usually a 3.0 on a 1.0-4.0 scale) for undergraduate course work and for any post-baccalaureate or graduate course work. A minimum TOEFL score of 500/61 (paper/internet) or IELTS overall band test result of 6.00 is required.