Grad School Resources

map out your path to success

Whether you’re considering graduate school, professional programs, or exploring various postgraduate opportunities, this resource hub is designed to empower you with the tools and information you need to make informed decisions about your future.

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First Semester

Get good grades. Average GPAs for students accepted into programs are typically at least 3.2 and above
Take courses in your field of interest
Find out what the prerequisites for admission are into programs and take those courses early
Review the:

Graduate School Roadmap

Law School Roadmap

Sophomore Semester

Research program options and make sure you are meeting the requirements
Determine which admissions test you need to take and how to start preparing for it
Develop relationships with faculty and supervisors to ensure that they can write you a strong letter of recommendation

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Junior Semester

Continue to prepare for the associated admissions test (see below) and take them in spring or summer
Write a Personal Statement. The statement describes, utilizing concrete examples, why you want to go to graduate/professional school (see below)
Request letters of recommendation (give at least 3 weeks notice to reference)
Submit applications, ideally by the end of the summer

Senior Semester

Follow up with programs, highlight major accomplishments (e.g., semester grades, research project, volunteer hours)
Travel to programs, meet with admissions and other staff and faculty at the program
Interview at programs (Make sure to practice interviewing with the Edge)
Choose the program that is the best fit for you

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Graduate School Personal Statements

Your statement should:

Explain why this career path or course of study is the best fit for you
Provide additional information that is not in the rest of your application
Be reviewed by multiple people, including an Edge team member, for feedback and suggestions

Tips for Graduate School Personal Statement