What should I be considering if I’d like to go to graduate school after my degree?

B+/A- GPA (~10). Generally looking at the last two years of study
Research experience (NEUR 4908, 4907, Independent study, volunteer)
Need letters of reference – at least 2 (often 3); academic (professor)
- Not enough to have just taken a class with someone
- Should have done well with the professor
- Ask well in advance
Need to have identified a potential supervisor
- Figure out what you are interested in (research area, e.g., addiction, anxiety, pain, etc.)
- Search graduate programs in neuroscience in Canada (or outside Canada, but better to stay here b/c less expensive!)
- Note: rare to find a department of neuroscience, often it is a virtual program
- See if there is a faculty member that matches your interests
- Contact them via email (attach transcript) to see if they are taking students
- Possibly meet if feasible
Scholarships / funding (talk to Graduate Administrator of the program to which you are applying)
Less important is the institution; more important is the person
Here you can find a list of graduate programs in Neuroscience

Passionate about research and science; Demonstrated competency in technical skills / lab skills
Excellent communication skills (oral, written); Excellent critical thinking skills
Innovative / creative; Excellent time-management
Perseverance; Highly self-motivated; Able to work independently
Committed: Views their degree as a full-time job