“Pick me, Choose me”Make your application and interview

scream acceptance

Arin MillerMidwest RepresentativeKeck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences

Be a part of the percentage…

Before Applying/FAQS

Check application requirements and deadlines.

Minimum test scores and GPA required. School codes needed for sending

standardized test. Which transcripts need submitted? Application fee/fee waivers.

Completing the Application

Careful of online applications› Creating user name/password› Upload all required documents

Watch for common mistakes › Grammar, incomplete thoughts, etc.

DOUBLE CHECK! Confidently submit

Writing Your Statement of Purpose

Strike a balance between past and future› Keep it relevant› Personal, educational, professional

Know the program› What compelled you to apply? › Show the committee you did your homework

Fill the gaps› Address and explain inconsistencies

Statement of purpose cont.

Write positively and proactively› Do not address gaps as an excuse› Address obstacle with positive result

Speak from the heart› Speak openly and honestly› Introduce your unique self

Preparing for the Interview

Review submitted paperwork (application, test scores, transcripts, past experience, etc.)

Practice possible questions:› What do you hope to gain from this program?› Where would you see yourself in 10 years?› Strengths and weaknesses?› Why did you decide to apply here?› How would your professors describe you?

The Interview

Look like a professional student› Treat like a job interview

Express your desire for graduate school› Why do you want to be here?

Why are you a good fit? Show your true self

› Add a personal touch

Now what do I do?

Proper follow up after application› Check that it has been received› Expected acceptance notice

Proper follow up after interview› Thank you

Thank youAny questions?

Arin Milleramiller@kgi.eduwww.kgi.edu