Applying to Graduate School Series

  1. Where to begin
  2. Managing the application process
  3. Test preparation
  4. Transcripts and paperwork
  5. Solicit and obtain letters of recommendation.
  6. Write your application essays.
  7. Complete and submit your applications.
  8. Apply for scholarships and financial aid.

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Expert GMAT coach Heather Gilchrist walks us through the confusing graduate school application process in this series of articles.

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  1. » The Graduate School Application Process Grockit Blog says:
    February 11, 2009 at 2:45 pm

    [...] 1 of 8 in a series   [...]

  2. » Grad apps, Step 3: Prepare for and take the appropriate test(s). Grockit Blog says:
    February 11, 2009 at 2:46 pm

    [...] 1 of 8 in a series [...]

  3. » Grad apps, Step 2: “Manage” the application process. Grockit Blog says:
    February 11, 2009 at 3:13 pm

    [...] 1 of 8 in a series If you’ve completed your research, you should be ready to move on to the next step and begin some real work. But before you start plugging away, it’s smart to organize your application process. Managing the process– much like you might manage a project at work– will help ensure you meet all deadlines and obligations while maintaining high quality standards in your applications. Here are the most important elements you’ll want to be sure to work into your routine: [...]

  4. » Grad apps, Step 4: Get your transcripts and other academic documents sent. Grockit Blog says:
    February 16, 2009 at 10:49 am

    [...] 4 of 8 in a series The proof is in the paper. [...]

  5. » Grad apps, Step 5: Solicit and obtain letters of recommendation. Grockit Blog says:
    February 16, 2009 at 12:59 pm

    [...] 5 of 8 in a series People dig you. [...]

  6. » Grad apps, Step 6: Write your application essays. Grockit Blog says:
    February 19, 2009 at 11:02 pm

    [...] 6 of 8 in a series You know yourself. [...]

  7. » Grad apps, Step 7: Complete and submit your applications. Grockit Blog says:
    February 25, 2009 at 7:40 am

    [...] 7 of 8 in a series You’ve researched. You’ve planned. You’ve taken your tests. Sent your transcripts. Gathered your letters of recommendation. Written your application essays and personal statements. Now it’s time to make it official. [...]

  8. » Grad apps, Step 8: Apply for financial aid and scholarships. Grockit Blog says:
    March 16, 2009 at 5:30 pm

    [...] 8 of 8 in a series Let’s be realistic: grad school ain’t cheap. [...]