Include a stamped addressed envelope to each school or agency they must write. Request that GRE and MAT scores be sent to all schools or employers requiring them. If your scores are high and will be considered an asset, mail them to all places you are applying. Request that transcripts be mailed to all schools and agencies. Check before Christmas to be certain all materials, especially recommendations, have been sent.
Most incomplete applications result from missing letters of recommendation.
Include in your application package to all graduate schools or employers on your preference list materials requested by the institution or organization, a resume, copies of transcripts and test scores, and names of those sending recommendations. Follow application instructions exactly. For job seekers, contact local community service agencies, local chambers of commerce, state employment agencies, hospitals, research institutes, public relations firms, test or survey developers, and market research departments. Send them a letter of inquiry for position vacancies and a summary of your credentials. Make these contacts as personal as possible.