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Graduate School Preparation Checklist The following checklist was created to guide undergraduate students of junior standing through the graduate school application process. This timeline is designed for students who wish begin graduate studies full-time in the Fall quarter/semester and are seeking an assistantship and/or fellowship. Keep in mind that you can certainly apply to graduate school at any time before the application deadline! June Graduate School Research Think about what graduate program(s) you would like to pursue.? Remember that attending graduate school should lead you toward your ultimate career goal, not just to avoid getting a job and going to work. Consider what you’re looking for in a graduate program and what you’d like to do with a masters or doctoral degree. Research and compare your options. Factors to consider include: Time commitment (e.g. 2 year program vs. 4-6 year program) Faculty and teaching methods Part-time vs. full-time programs Program reputation Private vs. public institutions Placement success of program graduates Entrance requirements Tuition costs and financial aid available Program approaches/specializations Housing/living expenses Geographic location Make a list of what you’re looking for in a graduate program and what you’d like to do with a masters or doctoral degree. Create a list of potential schools/programs to which you are interested in applying. Contact the colleges/universities of interest and ask them to mail/email you information about the college/program, financial aid, and assistantships and to request a graduate catalog. Look for programs that have several potential faculty mentors and take note of any faculty members whose work interests you (at this point). Yes No University/Program Date of Request Method of Contact Materials Received Yes No University/Program Date of Request Method of Contact Materials Received Yes