The statement should be no more than two pages in length, and focus on the applicant's educational and professional goals and objectives, and qualifications for the program. The following topics should be addressed: goals for graduate studies and career goals, academic and/or research interests, reasons for applying to our program specifically, CEGE faculty members with whom you would possibly like to work with, relevant background and experience (degrees and coursework, research, project and capstone work, internships and professional work experience).