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Applying to Graduate Schools Robin Audesse Assistant to the Provost & Scott G. Delcourt

Applying to Graduate Schools Robin Audesse Assistant to the Provost & Scott G. Delcourt Associate Dean, UMaine Graduate School & Patty Counihan Director, Career Center. Graduate education is not simply more advanced undergraduate study: research- or professionally-focused

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Applying to Graduate Schools Robin Audesse Assistant to the Provost & Scott G. Delcourt

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  1. Applying to Graduate Schools Robin Audesse Assistant to the Provost & Scott G. Delcourt Associate Dean, UMaine Graduate School & Patty Counihan Director, Career Center

  2. Graduate education is not simply more advanced undergraduate study: • research- or professionally-focused • classes are often small, discussion-oriented • higher quality of interaction with faculty

  3. Graduate admissions process is different than undergraduate admissions: The Club • decentralized • faculty-centered • emphasis on student fit in program

  4. Graduate programs may vary in: • admission requirements • time to complete • curricular structure • availability of financial aid • job prospects

  5. Consider: • school/program size • faculty academic interests • location • cost • financial aid availability • program requirements • average time-to-degree

  6. Sources/types of financial support more varied in graduate education. Graduate study is often free!

  7. Types of financial aid opportunities: • teaching assistantships • research assistantships • administrative assistantships • fellowships • traineeships • need-based federal aid

  8. Information gathering: • On-line Information • Graduate Admissions Offices • Professional Conferences • Career Center • Graduate Fairs

  9. Consult with Graduate Admissions Offices • and • Check Program Websites

  10. You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression….

  11. Start application process early. Some graduate schools have earlier application deadlines, especially for financial aid decisions. Applications take time to complete.

  12. Schedule required exams: • GRE - General and Subject tests • GMAT • MAT • TOEFL Prepare adequately, but keep in mind that exam scores alone won’t usually guarantee admission.

  13. Request letters and college transcripts well in advance of application deadlines… (Faculty and registrars’ offices get very busy December-February.)

  14. Your recommendation letters and statement of purpose say the most about “who you are”.

  15. Sealing the Deal!

  16. Important strategy: Distinguish yourself with decision-makers! • make personal contact with faculty • correspond often • visit school

  17. Arrange a school visit if you can: - required by some Graduate Schools or individual programs. - can increase chances of being admitted and/or receiving financial aid. - many schools help pay for the visit. - opportunity to talk to students

  18. GOOD LUCK!

  19. Scott Delcourt – 581-3291 or FirstClass • Graduate School, Stodder Hall, Rm 42 • Patty Counihan – 581-1355 or FirstClass • Career Center, Memorial Union

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