Applying to Graduate School

Applying to Graduate School
Overview of graduate programs in psychology; preparing application materials, including the Graduate Record Examination. (GRE).
PSYCH
200
 Hours1.0 Credit, 1.0 Lecture, 0.0 Lab
 PrerequisitesNone
 TaughtFall
Course Outcomes

1. Steps and timetable for applying to graduate school

Students will demonstrate an awareness of the steps and timetable associated with applying to graduate school.

Measurement: Multiple choice tests, short essays.

2. Students identify appropriate graduate programs

Students will be able to identify appropriate graduate programs based on their academic record and relevant experiences.

Measurement: Multiple choice tests, short essays.

3. Solicit and obtain letters of recommendation

Students will be able to solicit and obtain letters of recommendation.

Measurement: Writing assignment.

4. Students write a statement of intent/interest

Students will be able to write a statement of intent/interest.

Measurement: Writing assignment.

5. Students demonstrate knowledge of interviews

Students will demonstrate knowledge of what occurs during graduate school interviews.

Measurement: Writing assignment.