Learn the 5-Part Application Framework for a Successful Grad School Application
This is the recording of the live info session and Q&A we hosted on September 19, 2019 with expert admissions consultant Linda Abraham of Accepted where she shared insider tips on how to position yourself effectively and craft a stand-out application for business or graduate school. A summary of the topics she covered and where you can find them in this video are below, for your convenience. Enjoy!
Your Top Application Questions, Answered!
Admissions Consultant Linda Abraham covered a LOT of ground during this presentation and subsequent Q&A, so it's definitely worth watching all of it if you're serious about crafting your best possible MBA/graduate application. BUT... we've taken the liberty of putting together a timeline of the topics and questions covered so that you can quickly find what you're looking for. So without further ado...
Here's what you'll find in the webinar playback video above...
- 0:10 Introduction from host Brett Ethridge of Dominate Test Prep, a game plan for the webinar, and Brett’s introduction of guest presenter Linda Abraham and summary of her credentials
- 5:40 Linda’s initial thoughts and announcement of the limited-time promotion she's offering for Accepted's consulting services
- 7:30 About Accepted
- 8:35 Caveats and warnings about the application process (what not to do!)
- 9:06 Framework element #1 - Show you can do the work
- 12:53 Framework element #2 - Show that you have purpose
- 14:40 Framework element #3 - Show "fit"
- 19:23 Framework element #4 - Demonstrate that you will be able to contribute to the school
- 24:47 Framework element #5 - Reveal personality traits that your field values
- 28:05 Show professionalism by applying early (unless...)
- 29:09 Review / summary of the 5 application elements that will make graduate schools want you
- 30:11 Ah-ha moments from the participants
- 32:30 Explanation of how Accepted can help you get in to your target school(s), and why consulting is worth the investment (with testimonials)
- 35:28 Start of Q&A
- 36:10 If you’re filling out a general application that will be submitted to multiple schools, how do you connect with the values of each school?
- 36:40 What advice do you have for video essays when they're requested as part of your application?
- 40:17 What qualities should recommenders highlight in their letters of recommendation?
- 43:58 If an application gives you a range of allowable recommendations to submit, which end of the range should you learn toward?
- 45:45 How can you show fit if your background is different from the focus of the grad program you’re applying to?
- 48:50 How can you make up for a low GMAT / GRE score?
- 50:35 Do business schools have a preference between the GMAT and GRE if they say they accept both?
- 52:40 If you don’t have a track record of community service, should you volunteer for something right before applying?
- 55:27 What is the right balance between getting personal to stand out, but also remaining professional and not revealing too much?
- 59:40 A big thank-you to Linda for sharing her time and expertise, and good luck to everyone!
If you have additional questions about your unique applicant profile or simply want help crafting a winning application that will help you get admitted to your top-choice graduate program, we highly encourage you to work with Accepted. You can learn more about their services and reach out to Linda directly at http://accepted.com/grad/services. Be sure to mention Dominate Test Prep!
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