Grad School: The Application Process

The video tutorial guides viewers through the process of returning to school, emphasizing the importance of setting professional goals, conducting thorough research on schools and funding opportunities, understanding application requirements, and preparing necessary documents. It also covers the submission process and decision-making after receiving acceptances, highlighting the need to thank those who supported the application journey.

Why is it important to determine your professional goals before going back to school?

• To skip the application process

• To avoid paying tuition fees

• To ensure you choose the right school and program

• To impress the professors

What should you research about the schools you are interested in?

• The professors and scholarship opportunities

• The color of the school buildings

• The location of the nearest coffee shop

• The number of students in each class

What is a crucial step in preparing your application for graduate school?

• Only applying to one school

• Skipping the GRE test

• Writing a personal statement and gathering recommendations

• Ignoring the application deadlines

When should you submit your application documents?

• Whenever you feel ready

• On the day of the deadline

• Two weeks after the deadline

• Two weeks before the deadline

What should you do if you receive multiple acceptances?

• Choose the school with the best cafeteria

• Consider factors like ranking, cost, and location

• Decline all offers

• Pick the first school that accepted you