» Issue 4, Spring 2008
Tips on Preparing for Grad School
Does your family member intend to pursue graduate education?
What students should know:
- GPA matters — Most grad schools are looking at GPA as an indicator of potential success.
- Know the deadlines — Many application and scholarship deadlines are nearly a year before actual programs start.
- Test early — Entrance exams like the GRE and GMAT can take a great deal of preparation, and the scores matter. Make sure the test dates fit application deadlines.
- Just take a class or two — With departmental approval, students can often take graduate courses at WSU Vancouver without being accepted into degree programs. Success in graduate courses can look good on a grad school application!
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Sue Corey, Business Major
The professors are top notch and seem to really care about your education and learning experience. I really like that the administration does not stop at making sure that you complete the classes you need to. They make sure you take advantage of the many opportunities to have a career at the end of your school career.
I have applied for scholarships and it was a one-stop experience since I could apply for several scholarships with one application. It was fast and easy.
WSU Vancouver is a great choice as it has a big campus feel with a small campus environment. Not to mention that it is absolutely gorgeous and well kept.
There is a GREAT University right here and you don't have to leave home to get it.
Did you know?
Commencement, May 10, 1 p.m., The Amphitheater at Clark County (tentative)
Attend the Chancellor's Seminar Series — Guest experts on topics of global change in a local context.
View DTC student art online at Yellow Cat Gallery