Personal Statement
Name one main section of your personal statement.
Why you are interested, why you are going to be successful, why the program is best fit for you
This is the strongest undergraduate writing sample
Thesis/Capstone
Most programs will not require a undergraduate transcript
True or False
False
Your letter of recommendation can be from your mom
True or False
False!
If you can't make it to a grad school visit what should you do?
Ask for a phone call or zoom call
You should tell your whole life story in your personal statement
True or False
False
Good writing sample should show what skills
Critical thinking/ argument/ research ablility/ etc
What is the GRE objectively used for?
To assess skills
What documents can you provide to summarize your achievements for letter writer?
CV/ Resume/ Portfolio
You should view a grad school visit as what kind of interview?
Two-way Interview
Which section should be the largest section for your personal statement?
Why you are going to be successful
How long should a writing sample be?
10-20 pages
If you have low GRE or GPA you can explain why in your personal statement
True or False
True
What should the relationship be between you and someone writing your letter of recommendation?
Personally and Professionally
Who should you talk to during a visit other than professors and staff?
Current grad students in the program
How long should your personal statement be?
1-2 pages
4-6 paragraphs
Before submitting what should you do?
Edits/ Review / Revision
What does GRE stand for?
Graduate Record Examinations
How long should you ask someone for a letter before the deadline?
Besides the scheduled visit/program, what else can you learn about when visiting a grad school?
The surrounding area - if you like it or not.
Name one thing you can talk about in the "Why are you interested in grad school" section of your personal statement
Specific research question, career goals, passion for teaching, what you plan to achieve, etc
What kind of course papers are best to use for writing samples?
Analytical, Argumentative
Where can you find resources (free practice test) for the GRE?
Educational Testing Service Website
How soon should you remind them before the application is due?
1-2 weeks
What should you do before going on a grad school visit?
Prior research on professors/programs