Senior Year

IF YOU PLAN ON GRAD SCHOOL:

In the fall:

If you haven't researched programs of interest, do activities noted on Junior Year recommendations.
Take appropriate entrance exams in the fall to insure scores are sent to school by application deadline.
Investigate financial aid sources.
Write for application materials. Identify application deadlines. (Many schools have deadlines in January or later, but some are earlier.)
Write your application essay. (Consult with faculty, Writing Room or others, if necessary.)
Obtain letters of recommendation from faculty and others.
Apply for financial aid (some programs have earlier deadlines for financial aid).

In the winter:

In the spring:

Visit school before you accept (or interview students & faculty by phone if visit is not possible).

RESOURCES AT UMM

Career Resource Center

See Career Counselor in Career Services
Peterson's Guides to Graduate/Professional Schools
College Blue Book
Gourman Report of Graduate/Professional Schools
Electronic Resources
Test registration booklets
Exam schedule
Peterson's Grants for Graduate Students
Addresses in Peterson's Guides
"How-to's" in Peterson's Guides
Example of Professional Statement (Handout)
Check with schools about using UMM Placement Credentials or specific forms from school.
GAPSFAS form available
Review school/department home pages

The Career Services, 110 Briggs Library, UMM, 589-6065