Making a fancy CV/resume for grad school application (a masters in art education). I got my BA 6 years ago (sort of unrelated field), I took a class semi-related to my field of interest last summer at a good university. Is it odd to list this one course in the education section of my grad school resume? Do I list my grade (which was an A)? Where would you put it?
posted by dahliachewswell
on Jun 13, 2013 -
6 answers
So, now I've got a PhD. But I'm crippled by zero self-confidence as I start applying to industry jobs. Did you rebuild your self-confidence after a PhD?
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posted by zeek321
on May 9, 2013 -
17 answers
What U.S. research labs conduct
bonobo research, preferably at nearby research facilities? I'm looking into summer internships and graduate schools.
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posted by lemoncakeisalie
on Oct 19, 2012 -
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GRE-Filter: I was happy with my GRE scores. Then, I received word that I have the opportunity to get into a super-duper-top-tier doctoral program previously inaccessible. However, my Quantitative Score--while still in the range of accepted scores over the years for this program--is now less-than-stellar relatively speaking. Is it crazy to think I could study intensely for about a month and improve my score 30-50 points? Am I overthinking this?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 15, 2012 -
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I notified that I was accepted in my graduate program rather late (As in last week). I've decided to accept, but I have no clue how to go about getting loans. Bonus Q: What're the options for scholarships when it comes to grad school? More inside.
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posted by GilloD
on Jul 7, 2012 -
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The school I wanted to go to seemed like they weren't going to accept me so I took them off the list a few months ago. I was accepted to another program which starts tomorrow. Whoops, on Saturday I got an acceptance letter from the first school. Now what??
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posted by Danila
on May 28, 2012 -
18 answers
I'm a PhD student, and I'd like to do more academic networking over email. How does this work, and what should the emails sound like?
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posted by anonymous
on May 16, 2012 -
14 answers
I'm going to graduate school, for a creative writing MFA! What can I do to prepare, and what's expected of me as an MFA?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 26, 2012 -
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I am either starting doctoral studies this fall or downsizing to a graduate student lifestyle in preparation for entering a program next fall (2013). What kind of living arrangement is likeliest to give me the best combination of economy and sanity?
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posted by Nomyte
on Apr 9, 2012 -
20 answers
I'm taking a graduate-level course called Leadership in Education. We are required to work in small groups of four throughout the semester to discuss the material and do group projects. I'm really excited about the class, but the other members of my group seem apathetic at best, which makes group discussion and collaboration quite difficult. Given that this is a leadership class, how should I handle this situation?
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posted by chara
on Jan 31, 2012 -
12 answers
Graduate school issues. Starting my thesis this upcoming semester. Just the other day, my tentative advisor suggested that I switch to another advisor. Is it weird to ask a professor to be an advisor for my thesis a week before the semester starts? And what's the best way to ask?
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posted by mcmile
on Jan 8, 2012 -
11 answers
What is considered a "good" GPA for admission into graduate school? Extended beanplating and academic fretting inside.
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posted by dialetheia
on Sep 2, 2011 -
13 answers
How much do admissions committees for cs grad programs care about GRE analytical writing scores?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 23, 2011 -
5 answers
What is an appropriate gift to give one's advisor after filing a PhD dissertation and graduating?
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posted by k8t
on Jun 7, 2011 -
23 answers
Given my level of preparation, how reasonable is it for me to hope to get into a funded master's program in computer science? And can you suggest some schools that fund non-PhD students?
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posted by anonymous
on May 13, 2011 -
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I'm in College Park, MD for graduate school. My lease ends in August, and I feel like it's time to start looking for a place. I want to stay within a few minutes of campus (lived in Hyattsville before, and really liked that) but also want to try to get a place between $500 to $700 before utilities and cable. I've mostly just known people for the past few places I've lived, so I'm looking for some advice on when to start seriously looking, where to look, and other advice.
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posted by codacorolla
on Apr 19, 2011 -
6 answers
In five years I'm planning to pursue an MA in an artistic field. I live near an Ivy League university; my current teacher has a degree from that university and is encouraging me to apply. I had ruled it out because I had never considered myself anything near "Ivy League" before (the closest I've come is blowing an undergrad interview for a different school). What can I do between now and then (five years) to make myself an attractive, creative Ivy League arts grad school candidate?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 3, 2011 -
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I'm applying to graduate programs for a MA in counseling. I'm closer to 50 than 40 and haven't been a student in nearly 20 years. One program wants "at least one academic reference" among my three letters of recommendation. Does this person necessarily have to be a former professor of mine?
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posted by sister nunchaku of love and mercy
on Jan 2, 2011 -
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I am planning on doing biomedical engineering next year as part of a coursework master's. What bio-related job and career options will I have?
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posted by strekker
on Dec 29, 2010 -
6 answers
I'm an adult in my mid-40s applying to graduate school to train for a brand new career in counseling. I feel confident of being admitted somewhere, except for one potential snag: a long ago misdemeanor conviction that I now have to disclose on grad school applications. Will this hurt my chances for admission?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 3, 2010 -
7 answers
I work in the field of higher education/college access and retention. I'm sort of interested in getting my Master's in Higher Education Administration. My new job offers 80% tuition reimbursement for grad school classes at a local university. Logically, I know I should take advantage of this opportunity, and start taking classes next semester, but I have some reservations:
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posted by chara
on Oct 3, 2010 -
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My graduate school orientation is Wednesday and I'm getting nervous. Overeducated Mefites, I'd love any advice you have to offer!
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posted by honeydew
on Aug 16, 2010 -
25 answers
What books or other resources would you recommend for someone interested in pursuing a career in Speech Language Pathology? I have a degree in Communication and I am thinking of going to grad school for Communication Sciences and Disorders to become a SLP. I would like to know what I can do to prepare myself for the CDIS prerequisites I must take to qualify for admission to graduate school.
posted by javsgotyournose
on May 9, 2010 -
4 answers
I am currently doing well in a great PhD program, but I'm thinking of a major change. Please give me your perspectives on the decisions I'm facing!
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 15, 2010 -
8 answers
Am I over-thinking this, or will attending grad school at a CSU (California State University) hinder further career goals? Help me eliminate one more thing from my grad-application-frazzled mind!
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 31, 2010 -
8 answers
I've been recommended for admission to the graduate program I applied for!! Just a few questions...
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posted by codacorolla
on Mar 25, 2010 -
12 answers
I've been accepted to an MPhil course at Cambridge University. It's a great opportunity, but I'm not sure. Can you help me decide whether to go?
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posted by cirripede
on Mar 5, 2010 -
37 answers
Help me ask a former professor for a letter of recommendation. Complicating details after the jump.
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posted by notswedish
on Oct 28, 2009 -
10 answers
Can I get into a funded Math Master's or PhD program? I'm graduating from a 4-year college with my B.S. this Spring, and I'm in my mid-30's. I have good GPA at this school (about a 3.6, up to about a 3.8 in math courses specifically) and good GRE scores (720 V / 780 Q), but I have dropped a lot of courses (I've worked full time over the years while getting my degree), and back in the mid-90's I flunked out of the first university I went to.
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posted by tamaraster
on Oct 14, 2009 -
12 answers
I'm applying to graduate school and need 3 letters of recommendations. However, I am having trouble deciding the right people to ask. HALP.
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posted by carpyful
on Oct 13, 2009 -
8 answers
How do I deal with the fact that I hate teaching, or, how long do I hate teaching until I give up on grad school?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 24, 2009 -
16 answers
My sister is entering last year of art school this fall but she wants to seek an urban planning graduate degree afterwards. What are good urban planning programs for people with bachelor's degrees in visual arts?
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posted by Kattullus
on Jul 1, 2009 -
2 answers
Does anyone know if you can apply to a clinical psychology Phd program before finishing your undergrad, or do you need to have experience before applying? Also what can you do to best guarantee your chances of acceptance?
posted by Genco_Olive_Oil
on Apr 27, 2009 -
8 answers
I'm in a humanities field and I will likely need to learn multiple languages. As a Master's student, I'm scheduled to take around 3-4 courses each semester, with much of my second year devoted to research and writing a master's dissertation. My question concerns foreign language prep....when is the optimal time to do that? Do I travel abroad this summer and shore up on what I know? Or do I take care of the problem during my first few semesters? What are the pros and cons of traveling abroad vis a vis taking care of the problem domestically (e.g., either at my school or some other program in the states, unaffiliated with my school)?
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posted by Genco_Olive_Oil
on Apr 8, 2009 -
8 answers
Hey all, I'm an incoming master's student with plans to apply to my institution's PhD program after my master's. As the first person in my family to go to college (let alone graduate school), I am quite green in many respects. What I'm really worried about is the professor(s) I want to work with in the future--how do I go about developing a professional relationship with them? I'm afraid of creating a negative impression about myself if I keep badgering them during office hours and blatantly trying to ingratiate myself with them. Also, any advice you could give me would be really helpful--especially with regards to a master's student in the humanities field. What should be my main focus and what common errors should I avoid?
posted by Genco_Olive_Oil
on Mar 28, 2009 -
12 answers
Company was paying for grad school, but had to cut back. I can't put off finishing my degree, but I can't afford the out of pocket expenses either. They also cut back on my 401k. I'm considering a lot of options but none of them seem pretty. What should I do?
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posted by etherealclarity
on Mar 13, 2009 -
12 answers
Graduate funding: I got it but don't want to accept it yet because I'm waiting on word from better graduate funding. How do I deal with this?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 6, 2009 -
4 answers
