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=Applying to Graduate School =



Here are a few steps that may help you while you're searching for a graduate school program: ** Step 1- Perform a general google search** This may be useful in determining which schools have the specific program you're interested in applying for The Princeton Review has Q&A pages for different graduate school programs []

Ask who your admissions representative will be for the program Ask about deadlines if you have not already looked them up on the website Ask if letters of recommendation need to be mailed or sent via internet letter services
 * Step 2- Email or call the Director of Admissions for additional information to be mailed to you**

FastWeb- create an account with a profile and sort through scholarships that are available Peterson's- create an account with a profile and sort through scholarships that are available
 * Step 3- Financial aid and scholarships**

Craigslist has many ads for available housing and roomates Each school may have a section of graduate student living--the housing department at the school will have that information Overstock has a real estate section that shows available living arrangements and properties available
 * Step 4- Look into housing options**

See what organizations and resources, such as research labs, hospitals, national organization memberships See if the job you will be searching for after school requires any specific experience that may only be acquired at one of your prospective schools
 * Step 5- Decide which program has the best cirriculum and resources for you to pursue your professional goals**

Most schools will have a list of alumni in your area of study who are willing to answer questions Talk to professors who teach at the school to get their prospective on the school's graduate program Ask if they have any additional advice that you have not thought of yet
 * Step 6- Talk to an alumnus**

Ask your admissions representative if they have names of current students willing to help prospective students Check on Facebook to see if there is already a group for the members of the current graduate class and talk with them Visit the school and try to meet current students who can answer your questions
 * Step 7- Get in touch with current faculty members and students**

You'll need to carefully consider the program beyond academics. By talking to your peers, you will gain immediate insight into the program and what kind of people you will be working with.

This video highlights a lot of things that are often overlooked when you are applying for grad school, and the best way to address them is by seeking council from the faculty and students.

media type="youtube" key="jSKOe7rTfzI" height="344" width="425" You should think about the following questions: - What kind of activities are other students involved in? Will I have options to choose from? - How long will it take me to get my degree? - Do I have the same research interests and working style as my peers? - Will I have financial support? - Do I fit in here? - Where will I go when I need advice?

We recommend that you talk to a freshman, senior, and at least one adviser in your prospective program.



  Where Can I Find Information on UF's Graduate Programs? [] Take a look at the programs offered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences: [] Information on graduate admissions can be found here: []

 Are you ready to be a graduate student?  [|http://www.ogi.edu/csee/grad_school/] //This website is from Oregon Graduate Institute's Department of Computer Science and Engineering. While this tutorial has somewhat of a science perspective, it raises many useful questions common to any graduate program.//  //These websites can help:// []
 * "Should I go to grad school?"
 * "Am I financially prepared?"

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[|www.gradloans.com]

> //Don't forget about the Career Resource Center, located in the Reitz Union// > []
 * "Will this help me in my career?"

How to write a personal statement This website gives the best introduction to writing a personal statement: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/642/01/

And if you still need advice, this grad student can give you some pointers. media type="youtube" key="6zHLHc9CcvQ" height="340" width="560"

  Other Resources Related to Graduate School [courtesy of quintcareers.com]: [|Gradschools.com]. An online directory of 18,000 graduate and post-graduate programs worldwide including descriptions, contact information, and institutional advertising. [|http://grad-schools.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/grad] An entire section devoted to articles about graduate programs, trends in graduate education, and rankings of the best graduate programs. From U.S. News Online's .edu.

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 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Plan to apply early, usually May or June one year prior to year of anticipated matriculation
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Begin working on letters of recommendation requests and be sure to provide ample time for recommenders to write your letters
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Official transcripts will need to be ordered from all colleges and universities attended
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Making a list of your experience in the dental field, along with hours of involvement will help when filling out your online application
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">DAT is the required entrance exam, registration is available at this website
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">[] <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Kaplan Test Prep may be useful
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">[]
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Application is completely electronic using PharmCAS system
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">[] <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Plan to apply early, usually May or June one year prior to year of anticipated matriculation
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Begin working on letters of recommendation requests and be sure to provide ample time for recommenders to write your letters
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Official transcripts will need to be ordered from all colleges and universities attended
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Making a list of your experience in the pharmacy field, along with hours of involvement will help when filling out your online application
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">PCAT is the required entrance exam, registration is available at this website
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">[] <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">Kaplan Test Prep may be useful
 * <span style="font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif;">[]

-Ashley Lowry and Joanna Ballesteros