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The Graduate School

G-1 Communications Building
Box 353770
Seattle, Washington 98195-3770

Phone: 206.543.5900
Fax: 206.685.3234

Get the Inside Scoop on Applying to Graduate School

Thinking about applying to graduate school? Wondering how to get started – and how in the world to write a personal statement that reflects your goals and experience? The UW Graduate School is offering a two-credit course in autumn quarter on Preparing for Graduate Education.

Students will learn how to craft an effective application package for graduate school, including how to:

  • Write a personal statement that best represents you
  • Create a winning resume/CV
  • Ask for great letters of recommendation
  • Work on research
  • Work with faculty
  • Understand graduate school coursework

The 10-week course is designed for sophomores, juniors and seniors who are interested in pursuing graduate education.

The course, GRDSCH 200: Preparing for Graduate Education, is offered on Fridays from 1:30 to 3:20 p.m. in Paccar Hall, room 291. The course number is SLN 21764. Space is limited. Questions? Contact Katy DeRosier at katyd2@uw.edu.

“I think my biggest concern was GPA and test scores. I thought that was the greater portion of the graduate application, but I learned it's actually the other 80 percent that counts, such as personal statement, letters of recommendation, experience and CVs. The class gave me a lot more confidence in the graduate application process, applying for graduate school and setting high goals and standards for myself.”
- Karina Marie Rivera, former grad school prep student