Statement of purpose (500–1000 words): Identify your educational goals and expectations of the program. Please be aware that Northeastern University's academic policy on plagiarism applies to your statement of purpose. Professional resumé Unofficial undergraduate transcripts; official transcripts required at the time of admission Two letters of recommendation from individuals who have either academic or professional knowledge of your capabilities such as a faculty member, colleague, or mentor, preferably one from your current employer English language proficiency proof. Students for whom English is not their primary language must submit one of the following: Official associate or bachelor's degree transcript from an accredited college or university in the U.S., stating degree conferral and date TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, or NU Global Exam scores TOEFL iBT - Minimum Score 79 and a writing portion of 20 IELTS - Minimum Score 6.5 no band lower than 6