Student Learning Outcome:
Students will find out what it takes to possibly attended graduate school and become familiar with the process.
Note: Please be sure to complete the workshop titled "Graduate School Preparation" prior to beginning this workshop.
Create a word document containing your answers to the following steps.
Step #1
Write a short paragraph about two graduate schools you want to attend and why.
Step #2
Visit the web sites for both schools. Find a virtual tour for each school. Take both virtual tours and post the links.
Write a short 3-5 sentence paragraph about what you think of the tours (likes, dislikes, how they compare to each other…) Which school would you most prefer to attend and why?
Step #3
Contact the program admissions office via email or phone. Be sure to cc your TRiO Advisor on the email. Choose at least five questions to ask admissions or the departmental office about the program.
Click here for sample questions regarding graduate programming (pdf).
Note: If you wish to go deeper, it is suggested that you contact the director of the program and request a private phone call or an in person meeting.
Step #4
In four to five sentences, write a paragraph about what you learned and how this applies to your future goals.
Step #5
Submit the document to you TRiO advisor for credit.