Applying to Graduate Programs in the United States: Strategies for Success
Free to the Public
Monday, October 8, 2012
8:00 - 9:00 am ET (Eastern US)
5:30 - 6:30 pm IST (Sri Lanka/India)
Amber Amari
Director of Graduate
and Scheduling Services
Georgia State University
Unil Perera
Former Physics
Graduate Director
Georgia State University
Abhishek Kumar
Recent Physics
PhD Graduate
U. of Mass-Lowell
About the Webinar
For many students who are non-US citizens, the task of searching for and applying to graduate schools in the US can seem like a daunting task. In this webinar, Amber Amari, Director of Graduate and Scheduling Services at Georgia State University, and Unil Perera, former Graduate Director for the GSU Physics program provide basic information on the process, as well as detailed advice on how to improve your chances for success with departmental admissions committees.
Abhishek Kumar, recent physics PhD graduate from University of Massachusetts-Lowell, moderates the discussion.
Topics include:
- Graduate School Prerequisites (such as the GRE, TOEFL exam, and transcripts)
- Selection of Graduate Programs
- Online Application Processes
- Statement of Purpose
- Choice of References
Webinar Slides
Slides of Presentation 
Webinar Video
Applying to Graduate Programs in the US: Strategies for Success 
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