masterpost // applying to grad school
with a biological sciences PhD focus in the US (though some may still be applicable to other fields and countries)
all posts are of my own creation and opinion (unless stated otherwise)
last updated jan 23, 2018
General (look through these first)
Application requirements and battle plan
Tips on every aspect of the application
How to pretty much guarantee an acceptance
How to make a list of schools to apply to
Printables for organization (not mine)
Diversity statements (outside links)
Personal statement (not mine originally, but i added some stuff)
To subject test or not to subject test
How to write a good LoR (for when you give a draft or outline to your writer)
When to expect application results
Sample interview weekend format
How to prepare for questions
Tips from an interviewer (not mine)
Other general interview tips (not mine)
Advice in general and how to behave
Admissions vs rotation interviews
On research topics and whether to stay in the same institution
How to stay sane during the app process
Some words about rejection and back up plans
To anyone who doesn’t get into their dream school (not mine)
this list is by no means complete; it’s simply what i’ve culled from my blog as of the date it was last updated. if you have any questions, or would like to know more about anything, or just want someone to talk to about the process, please contact me! either via my askbox or private chat. i’m always happy to chat and help in any way i can :)
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