Graduate School Application Tips
Entrance Exams
Most graduate and professional schools require an entrance exam, much like the ACT for college admission. Listed below are examples. MSU Computer Based Testing offers a centralized, on-campus location dedicated to administering a variety of standardized exams. *Most are offered by appointment.
GRE* | Graduate Record Examination
MAT* | Miller Analogies Test
GMAT* | Graduate Management
LSAT* | Law School Admission Test
MCAT* | Medical College Admission Test
PCAT | Pharmacy College Admission Test
PTCAS | Physical Therapy Central Application System
OTCAS | Occupational Therapy Central Application System
DAT and OAT | Dental and Optometry Admission Test
Letters of Recommendation
- A strong, compelling letter of recommendation from a faculty member, advisor, or supervisor can be a deciding factor in the admissions process. Your choices for whom to ask and when/how to ask them should be just as thoughtful as the rest of your application.
- Get to know your faculty, campus advisors, or supervisors early in your college career.
- Ask for recommendations well before the application deadline (months, not days).
- Provide them with your résumé and personal statement