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Show Summary In her final episode as host of Admissions Straight Talk, Accepted founder Linda Abraham shares reflections and lessons from over 30 years in the admissions world. As she prepares for retirement, Linda offers a mix of personal insight, practical advice, and hard-earned wisdom on navigating both graduate admissions and life’s challenges. She discusses …
by Steven Tagle
When you decide to go to grad school, you are making a financial decision that will dramatically affect your earning capacity for the duration of the program and throughout your life. While the school’s reputation, available mentorship opportunities, and research resources are important factors to consider when deciding which university to attend, students often forget …
by Karin Ash
Given the current uncertainty around department funding for PhDs in the United States, some applicants with a STEM background are exploring opportunities to study in Europe. Beyond receiving a high-quality education, there are numerous benefits to studying overseas: The process of applying to European universities is similar to that of U.S. schools – with most …
Jordan noticed that a colleague was struggling to contribute during team strategy sessions. Throughout the quarter, he offered support, provided regular feedback, and encouraged her to lead part of the final project presentation — which she delivered with confidence. Nina worked throughout college to support her family but still made time to volunteer as a …
by Sundas Ali
The personal statement is your opportunity to stand out and make a lasting impression on your target school’s adcom. How can you make your essay original? How much should you tell? And at what point are you crossing the line into TMI? When I applied to college, I wrote a personal statement describing some challenging …
Having worked in admissions for more than two decades, I have read thousands of experience and activity descriptions from applicants to medical schools and schools in healthcare-related fields. Some candidates seem to view this element of their application as less important than their personal statement, writing only cursory descriptions of their tasks. This “job description” …
Letters of recommendation (LORs) are a key component of your graduate school application. A strong one can provide meaningful support, while a lukewarm one can really hurt your chances of admission. In this blog post, we’ll answer two questions: who should write in support of your PhD application, and how can you make sure your …
“Don’t tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass.”– Anton Chekhov Whether you’re applying to college, a master’s program, business school, or a competitive fellowship, these five words should be your writing mantra: “Show me. Don’t tell me.” The statement “Show me. Don’t tell me” sings to me …
Application deadlines for MBA and graduate programs kick off in early fall and run through mid-January. But you don’t want to delay getting started on your submissions! Budget at least three months to map out your plan, address weaknesses, and assemble all the materials you’ll need. Here’s a six-step breakdown of how to organize yourself …
Most PsyD programs in clinical psychology focus on clinical training and are designed to prepare future psychologists to provide prevention/intervention, assessment, and treatment for patients presenting with a wide array of clinical conditions. The process of applying to these programs takes time and commitment, so here are some tips to get you started: 1. Consider …
by Steven Tagle
Are you interested in immersing yourself in a foreign culture or society? Would you like to pursue an independent, two-year reporting project overseas? If so, an Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA) fellowship may be the opportunity you’re looking for. Founded in 1925, ICWA advances American understanding of international cultures and affairs by sending outstanding …
Asking someone to write you a letter of recommendation can feel awkward – you’re essentially requesting that a busy professor, supervisor, or mentor take time out of their schedule to advocate for you and your future. It’s a big ask. But here’s the good news: you can make it much easier for your recommender to …
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