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Navigating Graduate School Applications: Essential Tips and Insights

Deciding to apply for graduate school is significant, and you don't have to rush right after your undergraduate degree. The application process involves preparation, including maintaining good grades (B+ average recommended), obtaining official transcripts, and preparing for the GRE exams. Research potential programs; York University offers six options in psychology. Gather 2-3 letters of reference from professors who know your research skills, create a strong CV, and write personalized cover letters. It's essential to gather first-hand information from current graduate students to guide your decisions.

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Navigating Graduate School Applications: Essential Tips and Insights

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  1. Graduate School Shael Katz

  2. Should I Apply? • Do not have to apply immediately after undergraduate work. • Application process = one course • Large amount of time • Not luxurious lifestyle

  3. Program(s) available? • At York: 6 Different programs • Psychology: MA, PhD, or PsyD (less research involved) • Related fields – Counseling, Social Work, etc

  4. Where do I get information • The Internet • Each graduate school has its own website • Recall: spend a lot of time on each site

  5. Where should I apply • As many places as you can • The acceptance rate is not high • More places > chance of acceptance • Recommended – away from undergraduate school • Outside of Canada

  6. What do I need to do to prepare for Grad school?

  7. Grades • A (B+) average last two years of your undergrad (last 60 credits) • Need to provide official university transcripts

  8. Graduate Registered Exams (GRE) • General and Subject • General – Reading, Writing, Arithmetic • Subject – overall understanding of psychology (3 times a year) • How to study: Guides • Computer assisted training

  9. Letters of reference • Most need 2 or 3 letters • Where to get them: Professors • Best references – people who have seen you do research • Honors thesis (4000 or 4170), volunteer

  10. Curriculum Vitae • Academic Resume • Research experience, special skills, field work, practical experience

  11. Cover Letter • Your only personal contact to the university • Statement of interest • Include names of professors • Be brief, avoid platitudes, different letter for each program

  12. Selection • Each program/university process different • Short list • Interview process

  13. How do I choose • First hand information • Ask graduate students in the program of interest • $$$

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