Gaining work experience relevant to your interests before entering graduate school can lead to a more effective graduate program, help you to clarify your goals, and most importantly, enhance you chances of acceptance to your program of choice. Application requirements differ greatly among institutions. Read each school s materials carefully to make sure you file a complete and timely application. Many graduate school applications can now be submitted electronically as well as the tradition paper format. Which ever you choose, be sure that each application is complete and accurate before submitting it by the deadline.
Many schools have the application on their web site.
Most graduate schools expect a minimum of a 2.7 to 3.0 at least in your major. In these circumstances, include a short note of explanation. The tests vary by type of graduate study. The schools catalogs will specify which test you need and may give some indication of the score needed to be competitive for the program. The Career Planning and Placement Office can assist you in obtaining the appropriate admission test bulletin and can advise you on preparation strategy.