STDEV 318
Graduate School Preparation: Practical Strategies for Becoming a More Competitive Applicant
Student Development
Student Life
Course Description
Preparing students to craft competitive graduate school application documents. Pragmatic strategies to facilitate preparation and understanding of references, graduate program research, personal statements, scholarships and financial aid, entrance exams, resumes and interviewing.
When Taught
All Semesters/Terms
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Note
Graduate School Preparation: Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu
Title
Critical Thinking
Learning Outcome
Students will identify graduate school programs that match their career goals.
Title
Oral and Written Communication
Learning Outcome
Students will effectively present themselves as graduate school candidates through personal branding articulated in professional documents and interactions.
Title
Technology
Learning Outcome
Students will utilize technology to obtain information on graduate school programs and to create professional relationships.
Title
Professionalism
Learning Outcome
Students will connect with graduate schools through interviews, events, and technology to build and maintain relationships.
