Investigate programs
Once you’ve decided what field/area and the degree you want to pursue, you have to decide what schools you want to apply to. No two graduate schools are the same.
Do your homework
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Listing of U.S. universities and graduate school locators
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University Websites
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Meetings, conferences and/or events
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Talk to friends
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Social Media (e.g., Twitter, Facebook)
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Michigan Engineering:@UMengineering
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U-M Rackham Twitter: @umichgradschool
Narrow your list
You might discover that there are dozens of universities that offer programs and/or have research projects that align with your interests. As you make a list of your top programs pay close attention to:
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GPA requirements
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Test score requirements
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Cost of application
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Fee waivers
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Curricular requirements
Consider all the details
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Demographics & Culture
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Publications and research of faculty
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Requirements (credits, teaching, candidacy, thesis)
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Preparation/ Placement Record
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Funding
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Resources and support