Admissions criteria will vary for each
school and program. To find schools that offer your program of
interest in your geographic preference, consult Peterson's Graduate
Schools and Programs.
Research each school to learn which of
the following criteria they use to determine acceptance into their
programs.
- Undergraduate GPA
- Entrance exam scores
- Recommendation letters
- Personal statement
- Work experience and/or prior research
projects
- Accurately completed
application
- Convincing personal
interview
- GRE - Graduate
Record Examination
For entrance into most Arts and Science programs - GMAT - Graduate
Management Admission Test
For entrance into Business School - MCAT -
Medical College Admissions Test
- LSAT
- Law School Admissions Test
- DAT - Dental
Admission Test
- PCAT
- Stick to the subject and follow the
guidelines
- Focus on your
accomplishments
- Don't apologize for past experiences
(poor grades or low scores on exams)
- Be yourself - write about what you
know
- Show your interest in the field, use
examples
- Be confident, show motivation for the
field
- Sell yourself - be bold
- Develop a theme - a point to the
essay
- Should be two typed double spaced
pages
- Proofread for spelling and
grammar
- Meet with a Career Advisor for a
reviewof your statement
Personal Interview
Some institutions/programs may require an interview. Some tips for
the interview:
- Give examples or tell brief
stories
- Dress appropriately in business
attire
- Pay attention to your body
language
- Give a strong handshake, maintain eye
contact
- Be honest! Never lie about
anything.
- Relax and be confident!
- Write a thank-you note
- Schedule a Mock Interview in the University Career Services for
practice.