Video Tutorial: Applying to Graduate School and Professional Studies-What Do I Need to Know?
Whether you are a current Carleton student or alumni, you may be contemplating career fields that require graduate school or professional programs. There are many factors to consider when researching and comparing your options. The purpose of this video tutorial will help you answer the question “What do I need to know?” as you prepare your applications for further education.
If you would like to transition to a particular topic found in this video, consider using the following chapter sections and corresponding timestamps.
Applying to graduate school or professional programs can be overwhelming at times. It is important to start preparing as soon as possible.
To help pace yourself during the application process, consider using the following timeline*.
*Please note, this is only a proposed timeline based on how soon you should start preparing your applications. Admission requirements vary depending on the school and some program applications require more preparation time than others. Regardless of when you would like to apply, your main priority should be giving yourself enough time to meet eligibility criteria and bolster the competitiveness of your applications.
Preparing your applications
Need help writing your personal statement and/or letter of intent? First, you can review our guide on writing Personal Statements
Personal Statement/Letter of Intent Review Services:
Visit the Career Centre in 401Tory Building to meet with a Career Services professional for a one-on-one review, where we will review our Letter of Intent/Personal Statement Checklist with you to ensure you have fulfilled the required steps.
After this preliminary review, you will then be booked in with a Career Counsellor for an in-depth review of your documents as needed.
Please Note: Appointments are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please plan to meet with us early to give you enough time to accommodate wait times and supplementary review sessions before the deadlines.
There are many professional programs in Ontario and across Canada that can prepare you for specific occupations requiring licensure.
Below are handouts pertaining to common professional schools and training programs. Each handout contains a list of recognized programs associated with a particular regulated profession as well as supplementary links to applicable regulatory bodies, accreditation committees, professional associations, and preparation resources for relevant admission tests.
Consider using these handouts as a starting point when exploring professional program options.
If you have questions about a particular professional program or occupation that is not listed below, please contact Career Services. A staff member would be happy to help.
Be mindful of the deadlines. If you would like assistance from our Career Counsellors in preparing your Personal Statement, make sure to plan ahead in order to give yourself enough time for review, feedback and revisions.
Visit Career Services in 401 Tory Building to discuss narrowing down your graduate school/professional program options and to review your Personal Statement and Resume or CV documents for your application!
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