SUMMER/FALL

_____Research gaduate/professional school programs and requirements
The Career Library has directories that identify programs and provide ratings. Access electronic graduate school catalogs on-line through CollegeSource Online in the Rockefeller virtual reference collection (www.brown.edu/Facilities/University_Library-quick link to "databases--alphabetical"). (Also check www.petersons.com, www.graduateguide.com).

_____ Request catalogs and applications
Addresses in Peterson's Guide in the Career Library or Web sites listed above. Many schools take application requests directly through their Web site.

_____ Determine test requirements, test dates, and application deadlines
Admissions materials will indicate the tests needed for application and final deadline schedules. Test registration information available in 107 Pembroke Hall or check the following Web sites: www.gre.org, www.review.com or www.kaplan.com.

_____ Complete test registration form and take appropriate tests
Pick up bulletin and registration form in 107 Pembroke Hall, other local universities or test prep centers. You may also register online (check Web sites listed above).

_____ Research financial aid sources, scholarships, and fellowships
Detailed information is at the Career Library, Fellowship Office and Financial Aid. Pick up a copy of the Fellowship Guide in 213 University Hall. Minority students are especially supported for Ph.D. programs. For more information check http://www.brown.edu/Administration/Dean_of_the_College/Fellowships/FelIndex.html, careerservices.brown.edu/careerresources/fellowweb.htm, www.jobweb.org/catapult/gguides.htm, www.scholarshiptrak.com/scholarshiptrak.

_____ Request faculty, administrator, coach or employer letters of recommendation
Dossier service for applying to graduate school programs (except Medicine) available in 108 Pembroke Hall. Pick up recommendation forms and instructions or print out copies from our Web site.

_____ Write application statements/essays
Help is available from Career Services, Faculty, Deans, and the Writing Center.
(Also check www.rpi.edu/dept/llc/writecenter/web/gradapp.html, http://departments.colgate.edu/diw/gradschool.html).

FALL/WINTER

_____ Submit applications, letters of recommendation, transcripts, and required fees by deadline
Be sure all materials arrive at the school by the deadline. Call graduate school to confirm they have received all materials. Note that during peak times, transcript requests can take up to 10 business days. It is important to plan ahead.

_____ Attend graduate/professional school forums and presentations
Graduate school fairs are held regionally during the fall, and admissions officers visit Brown to provide application and financial aid information.

SPRING

_____ Visit schools and contact current students and alumni of program
Once accepted, try to visit the school, attend classes, talk with current grad students or alumni to discover in-depth information about the graduate student life and career possibilities in the future.

_____ Discuss acceptances and career options
Call on Faculty, Deans, and Career Services staff for different perspectives.

ADVISING RESOURCES AT BROWN

Graduate School Advising
Faculty in each specific discipline will be the best source for advice, although Deans, Career Services staff, and Brown alumni in the field will be helpful, too.

Law School Advising
Dean Perry Ashley, 213 University Hall, 3-2539
Career Services, 108 Pembroke Hall, 3-3326

Business School Advising
Career Services, 108 Pembroke Hall, 3-3326
Dean Perry Ashley, 213 University Hall, 3-2539

Medical School Advising
Dean Robert Ripley, 108 Rhode Island Hall, 3-2781

RESOURCES ON THE WEB

The Princeton Review
www.review.com
Test tips, financial aid, and related links for Graduate, Business, Law and Medical School.

Peterson's Education Center
www.petersons.com
Search over 30,000 graduate programs and 900 MBA programs.

The Catapult
www.jobweb.org/catapult/colleges.htm
Graduate and professional school guides with links to schools, programs, and financial aid sources.
www.jobweb.org/catapult/gguides.htm
Articles related to applying, testing, and transition to graduate/professional school.

2001-2002
National Graduate/Professional School Test Dates

LSAT www.lsac.org October 6, 2001 December 1, 2001 February 9, 2002 June 2002 TBA
MCAT www.aamc.org August 18, 2001 April 2002 TBA
GRE (Subject Tests Only) November 10, 2001 April 2002 TBA
www.gre.org
GMAT www.gmac.com Available year-round at test centers worldwide.

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