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Early preparation is essential. Most important qualifications: Minimum Grade point average and letters of recommendation. Other important tips: preparing an essay, test scores, transcript, graduate school fairs, and interview.

One good way to help ensure that you receive fabulous and timely letters of recommendation for graduate school is to provide your letter writers with a well-organized packet. This article specifies what to include in that packet and how to create each of its contents.

The competition seems to get tougher every year for top graduate programs. Here are a few things you need to know to increase your odds of acceptance.

Too many graduate school-seeking students ignore the crucial process of preparation before applying to grad school. This article provides students with concrete advice, tips, and secrets concerning the pre-application process.

Applying to graduate school is scary and confusing. The mountains of paperwork, test scores, transcripts and writing samples are enough to make you tear your hair out. Here's how to beat the confusion of writing your statement of purpose.

Chapter 1 in a series of experience articles on applying to graduate school.

Applying to graduate school can feel overwhelmingly complicated. Here's a checklist of what you'll need.

A bachelor's degree can only get you so far in a career in mental health. This article discusses steps in choosing career paths and graduate training programs in mental health-related fields.

Thinking of going to graduate school and getting a Master's degree? Well, within this article are words of wisdom for you to take on this academic journey!

This article focuses on the tough choices facing college seniors who are considering graduate school, and looks at the upsides and downsides of full-time graduate study, taking a break from academia to enter the workforce, and combining grad school and work.

Many undergraduate psychology students are worried about getting into graduate school after obtaining their B.A. or B.S. Fortunately, there are several resources available to them and they should definitely check out each and every one of them.

Applying to grad school can be expensive! Fortunately, some schools offer application fee waivers. They can be hard to get, but every $60 or $70 less helps. Here's how I got fee waivers from 3 of the 8 schools I applied to.

A guide to choosing a graduate school and some pointers to keep in mind to make the transition to graduate school go more smoothly.

Making the choice for graduate school takes time, planning, and a little long-term forecasting. If you're not sure where you're headed, make sure you're making the right decision.

Almost all graduate programs require 3 letters of recommendation. When providing your letter writers with a well-organized packet, the first thing in it should be a cover letter. Here's an example of how to write that cover letter for your recommenders.

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Let's say your grades in undergraduate school were mediocre. Your work history isn't even that great, and your network of connections is a bit weak. So the admissions officers face towards you and ask, "Now give us a cogent reason for why we should let you in."

Here are some questions to ask yourself to help you decide whether or not graduate school is right for you.

Graduate school can be a great journey with very real benefits in the workplace, but many are unprepared going into the process of selecting a school. Here is a quick guide to helping you decide if grad school is right for you.

A Statement of Purpose (also known as a Personal Statement) is not what many graduate applicants believe it to be. Here is comprehensive advice on what to include in this very important portion of your application. I also discuss what to leave out and why.

A successful grad student spills the dirt on everything you need to know to make it through alive.

Many writers find both graduate school and freelance writing attractive. Succeeding at both is not only possible, but an attractive option for both intellectual and professional development.

Thinking of going to get your master's degree but hesitant of the costs? Thinking of joining the growing number of people who go to virtual online universities? This article provides all the information you need to find the perfect match for you to succeed.

DeVry University is growing into quite a large school and is beginning to offer more programs

In our society a college education is necessary in order to climb the career ladder.

Anthropology is a broad, complex and dynamic field. Succeeding in the anthropology requires dedication, perseverance and a level of maturity.

An overview of higher education options in psychology and what you should do to maximize your chances of getting into graduate school.

Toxicology is a multidisciplinary area of science which encompasses many subject areas. A future in toxicology requires careful planning and foresight.

Since the U.S. News and World Report began ranking American colleges in 1994, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) has garnered the number one spot for graduate art schools every year. Read on to find out why.

Many templates for CVs are formatted for job-seekers. Here is a format exclusively designed for pending or current graduate students.

An overview on strategies to increase your chances of getting into law school.

This piece gives helpful advice from experience pertaining to graduate school applications in the humanities.

An easy guide with the insider advice to get admitted into business school. Written by a current university student studying business.

Grades, aptitude tests, personal presentation, and maturity of purpose all play roles in acceptance to advanced study. Knowing your school and your goals help.

A graduate degree in Nursing can open up exciting and new specializations in the field. Careful planning and searching can land you in career that meets your expectations.

If you're a junior or senior in college with no sources for letters of recommendation, you're just like me. But don't worry, I got in, and so can you.

You want to go to grad school? Awesome! But before you take the plunge, make sure you know what you're getting into! Here are some tips to help you out.

Off the shelf, easy to integrate, affordable calendaring and scheduling software can help ease budget headaches for IT Managers' in higher education.

Japanese universities possess none of the attributes commonly associated with higher education, such as the capacity to "generate knowledge that previously did not exist" (p. 238).

A personal opinion regarding the cost of higher education in America. How the increasing cost of college tuition affects young adults who are pursuing a degree and finding themselves in a financial nightmare.

Frugal Homemaker's observations of other graduate students in her program made her realize that her frugal lifestyle was saving her a lot of grief.

A satire on the struggles of completing Graduate School Work.

Surviving graduate school takes effort, time, and a good set of coping skills.

After 17 years of education, chances are you just want to go out and get a job. If you do it right, graduate school can offer a number of great benefits might make you think twice and take on another two years of education.

Most everyone agrees that going to college is a good idea that will pay off in the long run, but what about a post undergraduate education? Is graduate school worth it?

Acceptance to graduate school has many variables. It is not a cut and dry process. There are many steps you can take to make yourself a more desirable candidate.

There are many options for higher education in Macomb County. In March 2006, the University of Phoenix opened a new campus there. It is just one of many choices a student can select.

Without proper GRE scores, your chances of a top school or receiving financial aid for graduate schools becomes decreased.

A guide to lesser-known but free, eaay and extremely valuable tips to help high school students improve their chances of getting into the college or university of their choice.

As a college graduate, I thought I had to study the same thing in Graduate School that I studied as an Undergrad. It turns out nothing could be farther from the truth.

You've been in school for months or maybe years, and burnout is seeping in. You've hit a stumbling block and you need a break. But does taking a hiatus from your education really throwing it all away?

The new Higher Education Access Act increments benefits for current and future student borrowers.

Follow some of these tips so that you don't wind up in six figures of student loan debt while getting a graduate degree!

If you are worried about your chances of getting into the graduate program of your choice, here is a little known method that really works.

Going to College for 7 or 10 years an becoming a graduate of the career of your dreams do not necessarily qualify you for that high paying job you have been waiting for and not to mention related to your study field.

A statement of objectives I submitted to Rowan University as part of the Grad School application process.

Submit for my Ed. 742 final paper in the Spring of 2006, this paper explores political theorist Hannah Arendt's views on education and offers a critique on some of her points, and also how her words from the mid-twentieth century make a point today.

U.S. News & World Report releases its law school rankings every year. This practice has a huge influence on future law students, but what do the rankings really mean?

It's no secret that obtaining an advanced degree is often time-consuming, stressful, and perhaps even detrimental to your physical and mental well-being; this is especially true for those students who are also coping with social anxiety disorder.

With my ongoing research into foreign language education needs in America, I have uncovered some of the benefits that our children can obtain from learning another language.

The American education system nationally should make it their mission to ensure that each student be given the courses as early as high school to make them suitable for good employment.

The government is going to have to play a very large and important role in the future of America's foreign language education changes. This article shows you how they have tried, and failed, thus far.

Yahoo! has become a household word, and is one of the best examples of a true dotcom success story.

Our economy is placing an increasing amount of importance on the knowledge base in order to maintain a competitive edge in any business. Changing with the times requires becoming a lifelong learner.

Those who couldn't further their education because of various reasons used to do it through correspondence, but now that system had gotten such a boost because of the Internet, and in the future it might become the best choice.

In this article you will hear a fresh take on reaching the first milestone along the road to becoming a doctor. The advice is sound because it has been tested by a successful medical school applicant.

A first hand look at the steps needed for success in graduate school.

After viewing many colleges for a graduate program that would fit my personal needs, I decided to attend The University of Phoenix. This school is flexible for the working adults but has proved to be very time consuming during the course of the 2-year journey.

Many people seek information on what Graduate School is really like. This article presents an account of my experience working on my MA in history.

In 2000, George Bush made a promise to increase funding for education, so that he would "Leave No Child Behind". As soon as he came into office, he raised the testing standards for students, but never gave them the ability to meet those standards.

When determining the best academic program, a master's degree and graduate degree offer better career options than a bachelor's degree

Instead of providing a valuable education, diploma mills hand out degrees for little work and lots of money. If you are interested in online education, you need to know how to pick a legitimate institution.

A brief statement about the education system of Oklahoma.

Interest on Series EE and Series I U.S. Savings Bonds can be excluded from taxable income when the bonds are redeemed, if the proceeds are used to pay qualified education expenses.

The recent increase in distance learners has also led to more articles and documents being written about the leadership of distance education.

Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado is a beautiful place to get a great education at an affordable price.

Education Registry announces the launch of its website, www.EducationRegistry.com.

Computer graphics design remains one of the fastest-growing professional fields and is one of the most dependable, stable fields in which to seek work. Pursuing a career in computer graphics is eased by the current multitude of online education programs.

Dustin Hoffman's foray into films started with this crowd pleaser and classic coming of age tale, The Graduate, AFI's number 7 film of all time.

Didn't get in the first time? Don't give up. There may be a way to enhance your reapplication.

In this article I am going to talk about a website called 4Tests.com. 4Tests.com offers free online practice tests and a lot more stuff that can help high school juniors, seniors, and even college students.

Short anecdote about college cheating and why its a widespread problem.

This is a guide for a recent college graduate or someone that will soon be graduating. This is a simple guide on things to expect and how to plan for what is to be expected.

Gifts for graduate students are easy to find at local stores and online. Most graduate students look forward to the holiday season for a much needed break from academics.

These simple silk screen printed College or University Logo pillows are an easy way to create some expensive looking custom pillow slip covers on a small budget!

The only Roman Catholic high school in all of Burlington County, New Jersey has much to offer parents and students - artistically, athletically and academically!

When it comes to choosing an institution of higher learning be it college or university, there are different factors to put into consideration. For more information on how to land your dream college or university, continue reading this article.

A college education is being embraced, more now than ever before, because learning at a distance makes it accessible, flexible, and offers the same quality learning experience found in the traditional classroom.

Graduating high school doesn't mean you know everything you need to know about being an adult. Here are some practical tips you need to know to start your new life off right!

Is NYU all it's hyped up to be? If you're an education major, it largely depends on the kind of person you are, and your methods of learning.

As the idea of work changes, and the economy faces new challenges, can we find solutions through Arts Education?

Natural feelings are called instincts. Instinct means impulse , and gut feeling. Character and impulse form natural feelings. Education means information acquired through learning different subjects. Learning to read and write and to express in one form..

Natural feelings are called instincts. Instinct means impulse , and gut feeling. Character and impulse form natural feelings. Education means information acquired through learning different subjects. Learning to read and write and to express in one form..

North Georgia College and State University is one of the best kept secrets of Georgia. With its small campus ( and class sizes) tucked away in the Appalaichian Mountains, this school is the ideal place for anyone taking their education to new heights.

This is a guide to the process of successfully applying to physician assistant programs.

Deciding to go to college is one of the best investments that a person of any age can make for themselves. Having a college education provides you the specific training needed for a career, and it provides you the opportunity to become a well-rounded learner.

The fatal school shooting that took place today has been added to the growing list of fatal school shootings that have taken place over the past 40 years. Here is a look at the past.