Type density: Must be no more than 15 characters per linear inch (including characters and spaces).It is important to confirm that the final PDF document complies with the font requirements.

Some PDF conversion software reduces font size.Smaller text in figures, graphs, diagrams and charts is acceptable, as long as it is legible when the page is viewed at 100%. Font size: Must be 11 points or larger.Text in your attachments must follow these minimum requirements: Although font requirements apply to all attachments, they are most important and most heavily scrutinized in attachments with page limits.

We have very specific attachment formatting requirements. Failure to follow these requirements may lead to application errors upon submission or withdrawal of your application from our review process.įont (size, color, type density) and Line SpacingĪdherence to font size, type density, line spacing and text color requirements is necessary to ensure readability and fairness. We require PDF format to preserve document formatting and a consistent reading experience for reviewers and staff. Attachments are documents that are prepared outside the application using whatever editing software you desire (e.g., Microsoft Word), converted to PDF format and then added or uploaded to your application. This page provides guidance on attachments. You will find several kinds of fields in your application forms - check boxes, dates, data entry fields and attachments.

Combining Information into a Single Attachment.

Pdf formatting software