How to Get Accepted to Graduate Engineering Programs
Determine your graduate school and post-grad school goals - You will be required to write a statement of purpose as part of your engineering application. Included in this essay is an expectation that you will describe your short-term and long-term goals.
Understand GPA and test score requirements - Most top engineering schools require a minimum GPA of 3.0. Some schools mainly rely on the grades earned in the junior and senior years for their admissions decisions.
Explore a wide range of graduate engineering programs -Now that you’ve established your goals and measured up your competitiveness in terms of GPA and test scores, it’s time to select the best programs for you to apply to.
Know the research requirements - Many engineering candidates apply to applied engineering programs where prior research experience is not required. These are usually titled Master of Engineering programs.
Write a sizzling statement of purpose - The SOP is a critical component of the graduate application as it is an opportunity to persuasively tell a story. It is equally imperative that your statement of purpose address your reasons for wanting to attend this particular program.
Prepare a relevant resume - You will need a professional resume at some point in the application process. It should be the format desired by the school and include the necessary content.
Snag first-rate letters of recommendation - Most schools require 2-3 letters of rec. The purpose of the recommendations is to provide the schools with other perspectives on your candidacy.
Reveal appealing personal qualities - Through your essays, resume, and letters of recommendation, admissions committee will ascertain your personal qualities.
Create an application schedule…and stick to it - How you arrange your schedule is a personal preference and is dependent on your study, work, travel, or family considerations.
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