Applying to graduate school involves more than taking tests and establishing an excellent academic record. The admissions committees of most graduate programs considers whether applicants will contribute to the program's unique mix of intellectual criticism, professional experiences, and personal values. Only a full application package can make your case and demonstrate your accomplishments, experiences, and full potential. An academic mentor in your undergraduate program and senior faculty members can help you strengthen your credentials and thus gain admission to your graduate school of choice.
Some resources are provided below to help you with the graduate school admission process:
Peterson’s Guide to Graduate Programs Which graduate programs offer the academic majors that interest you? Help is provided with graduate education search, admissions test preparation, financial aid, and applying to colleges.
American Psychological Association (1993). Getting in: A step-by-step plan for gaining admission to graduate school in psychology. Washington, D.C.: Author. Provides information to help you clarify your goals and know what to look for in graduate programs. It also addresses topics such as the criteria admissions committees use to evaluate applications, how to improve your qualifications for graduate school, how to prepare a personal statement, etc.
Preparing for Graduate Study: Not for Seniors Only Fretz, B. R., & Stang, D. J. (1990). Preparing for graduate study: Not for seniors only. Washington, D.C.: American Psychological Association. Provides a step-by-step approach to planning your graduate education and includes information about how to conduct a practice interview, write a resume, obtain recommendations, etc. Surviving Graduate School
