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June 16, 2023

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Four Things to Do over the Summer before Applying to Graduate School

It’s summertime, so you might be enjoying a well-deserved break from school or even a more relaxed work schedule. We hope you’ve got a vacation planned and will be firing up the BBQ with friends on a regular basis. This kind of recreation helps you recharge for the busy months ahead, so enjoy!  But if… 

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Article by Judy Gruen / Grad School Admissions / grad school, Graduate Admissions

April 13, 2023

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Get into Graduate School with a Low GPA

When you’re applying to grad school, having a low GPA is not necessarily a deal-breaker.

When you’re applying to grad school, having a low GPA is not necessarily a deal-breaker.   So you’ve made some decisions for your future, and those decisions include going to graduate school to help you arrive at the career of your dreams. But what if you have a less than competitive GPA from your undergraduate education?… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Grad School Admissions / 2023 Grad School Admissions, grad low stats, Graduate Admissions, graduate school

April 7, 2023

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How Do You Choose the Right Graduate School?

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Many applicants, when thinking about advancing their skills or changing their career direction, believe they must get into a “prestigious” grad school – one that is ranked high on the surveys conducted by U.S. News & World Report, Bloomberg Businessweek, and other similar media outlets. These candidates apply to the schools in the top ten… 

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Article by Karin Ash / Admissions Consulting, Grad School Admissions / grad school, grad school admissions guide, Grad school rejection, Graduate Admissions, graduate school

April 4, 2023

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All You Need to Know About University of California Irvine Master of Public Health Program [Episode 517]

All You Need to Know About University of California Irvine Master of Public Health Program

Tune in to hear all that University of California Irvine program in public health has to offer and learn about the future UCI School of Population and Public Health. [Show Summary] The Master in Public Health (MPH) degree experienced enormous growth since the COVID lockdown. One of the leading and largest programs in public health… 

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Article by Accepted / Admissions Consulting, Admissions Straight Talk Podcast, Grad School Admissions, Other Healthcare Admissions / Grad Adcom podcast, Graduate Admissions, Masters in Public Health, podcast, UCI, University of California Irvine

March 27, 2023

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To Test or Not to Test: That Is the Question

To Test or Not to Test: That Is the Question

“I can’t concentrate, worry about little things, and have trouble sleeping. I am just so nervous,“ said Maria, a prospective doctoral applicant who was concerned that making the wrong choices might sabotage her chances of acceptance. Maria’s distress was not surprising. I had received multiple emails, telephone calls, and text messages from other clients who… 

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Article by Carol Drummer / Grad School Admissions / Graduate Admissions, GRE

March 22, 2023

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How to Write a Perfect Postbac Admissions Essay

how to write a perfect postbac admissions essay

One of the most important parts of the application to postbac programs is the personal statement. This piece of writing allows the admissions committee to get to know you – to hear your voice – and learn more about the obstacles you have overcome to pursue your educational goals. Three attributes of a successful postbac… 

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Article by Accepted / Grad School Admissions, Medical School Admissions / Graduate Admissions, graduate school, postbac

March 21, 2023

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It’s All About Authenticity and Community in Graduate Admissions [Episode 518]

It’s All About Authenticity and Community in Graduate Admissions

In this episode Sadie Polen, M.Ed Harvard and Accepted consultant, explores authenticity and community in graduate admissions and explains how to get a Harvard graduate degree. [Show Summary] Have you dreamed of attending Harvard for grad school? Would you like to pursue a career in education with the premier brand in education on your resume?… 

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Article by Accepted / Admissions Straight Talk Podcast, Grad School Admissions / Graduate Admissions, graduate school, Harvard Kennedy School, podcast

February 28, 2023

Reading Time: 32 minutes

Casper, A Situational Judgment Test: All You Need to Know [Episode 513]

Dr Dore Casper, A Situational Judgment Test: All You Need to Know.

Shortcuts to Key Insights from this Episode Do you have to take the CASPer for at least some of the programs you are applying to? Are you concerned about? This interview with the co-founder of Acuity Insights, the folks who provide the Casper, is for you! [Show Summary] Dr. Dore discusses everything applicants need to… 

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Article by Accepted / Admissions Consulting, Admissions Straight Talk Podcast, Grad School Admissions, Medical School Admissions, Other Healthcare Admissions / 2023 Grad School Admissions, 2023 Med School Applications, Grad Adcom podcast, Graduate Admissions, Med Adcom Podcast, med application essays, osteopathic med school, podcast

February 24, 2023

Reading Time: 6 minutes

How to Help Your Child Apply Successfully to Graduate School

How to Help Your Child Apply Successfully to Graduate School

It’s almost spring now, but the next grad school application cycle is looming. Applying to graduate schools can be a highly stressful process. And you as an applicant’s parent naturally want to help them through it, but how can you do so? It’s been decades since you applied, if you applied, and the process is… 

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Article by Linda Abraham / Grad School Admissions / grad application essays, Grad Financial Aid, grad low stats, grad school interview, grad school resume, Graduate Admissions

February 14, 2023

Reading Time: 22 minutes

CMU Tepper’s MS in Business Analytics: All You Need to Know [Episode 510]

CMU Tepper’s MS in Business Analytics: All You Need to Know

Drawing on her knowledge as the Director of Masters Admissions at Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business, Kari Calvario shares everything students should know about CMU Temper’s MS in Business Analytics program. [Show Summary] Welcome to the 510th episode of Admission Straight Talk. Thanks for joining me. Before we dive into today’s episode, I want… 

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Article by Accepted / Admissions Straight Talk Podcast, Grad School Admissions / 2023 Grad School Admissions, Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business, Grad Adcom podcast, grad application essays, grad school interview, Graduate Admissions, podcast, when to apply to grad school

November 25, 2022

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Extra-Curricular Activities Can Help You Get Accepted to Graduate Therapy Programs

Extra-Curricular Activities Can Help You Get Accepted to Graduate Therapy Programs

Your involvements outside of the classroom can be an important component of your graduate school application. Can you make a connection between your activities and the field you are entering? Did your participation in an activity influence your decision to pursue this career? For example, an applicant to clinical social work or counseling/marriage and family… 

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Article by Alice Diamond / Grad School Admissions, Other Healthcare Admissions / Graduate Admissions, occupational therapy, physical therapy

November 22, 2022

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Laid off! Should I apply to B-school/Graduate School?

LAID OFF! SHOULD I APPLY TO B-SCHOOL/GRADUATE SCHOOL?

Did you lose your job due to layoffs in your field of work? Whatever the reason, it is a great opportunity to take stock of your career. The following paragraphs contain a few different scenarios and recommendations for you. 3 Different Scenarios for Unemployed Applicants I loved my work Lucky you! In this case, you… 

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Article by Karin Ash / Grad School Admissions, MBA Admissions / career changers, career goals, Graduate Admissions

December 18, 2018

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Why Should I Apply to Graduate School Now?

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When is the best time to apply to graduate school? This is going to depend on a number of very individual factors – your goals, your experience, your qualifications, and others. Are you ready to take on the application process? Are you ready to go back to school? Can your work-life balance fit school into… 

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Article by Accepted / Grad School Admissions, Law School Admissions, MBA Admissions, Medical School Admissions / Graduate Admissions, when to apply to bschool, when to apply to grad school, when to apply to law school, when to apply to med school

April 15, 2018

Reading Time: 3 minutes

How to Practice for a Video Interview or Essay

How to practice for a video interview or essay

The future of the essay is now at a school near you: Smile, you might be on camera. More and more competitive programs are using ‘video essays’ or ‘timed video assessments’ as a way to get to know their future students. Typically, for a timed video response, you will need to respond to questions using… 

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Article by Accepted / Grad School Admissions, MBA Admissions / Graduate Admissions, MBA Video Essays, Video Essays

May 26, 2013

Reading Time: 4 minutes

Kisses of Death for Your Grad School Application

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Guest post by Dr. Drew Appleby, Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis and Dr. Karen Appleby, Idaho State University. Dr. Appleby and Dr.  Appleby surveyed psychology graduate admissions committee chairs and discovered 5 types of errors that applicants make and that decrease their chances of acceptance to graduate psychology programs. The authors labeled these mistakes Kisses of… 

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