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Prague, Czech Republic March 23, 2010

Prague, Czech Republic March 23, 2010. Applications to Graduate Programs Abroad: Finding the Right Program, Submitting a Competitive Application and Financing the Degree. Presenters. Shannon Demko – Director of Admissions, Kogod School of Business, American University

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Prague, Czech Republic March 23, 2010

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  1. Prague, Czech RepublicMarch 23, 2010 Applications to Graduate Programs Abroad: Finding the Right Program, Submitting a Competitive Application and Financing the Degree EducationUSA.state.gov

  2. Presenters • Shannon Demko– Director of Admissions, Kogod School of Business, American University • Rosie Edmond – Assistant Director of Admissions, Washington College of Law, American University • Jia Jiang – Assistant Director of Graduate International Admissions, School of International Service, American University EducationUSA.state.gov

  3. Finding the Right Program • Web research – school websites & reputable publications, forums • Contact Admissions Offices directly • Attend Admissions events in your city (fairs, panels, workshops, etc.) • Speak to alumni & current students • Rankings (but…) EducationUSA.state.gov

  4. Finding the Right Program • Program Class Profiles • Published on web, brochures/flyers • How does an applicant compare to the average in critical areas? • Test scores • Academic records (GPA, exams) • Internships • Full-time work experience (if applicable) • Publications (if applicable) EducationUSA.state.gov

  5. Finding the Right Program • What is “fit”? • School location • Class/program size • % international students • Areas of expertise • Career opportunities • Campus & school culture • The “rainy Monday” test EducationUSA.state.gov

  6. Submitting a Competitive Application • Application rounds and deadlines • Official test scores • Preparation • Test re-takes • Timing • Official transcripts • Translations • Original copies • Credentials verification services EducationUSA.state.gov

  7. Submitting a Competitive Application • Letters of recommendation • Selecting recommenders • How many letters to submit? • Resumés • Different than a c.v. • Preferred formats vary by type of program • Essays and personal statements • Specific questions vs. open topics • Submitting additional essays EducationUSA.state.gov

  8. Financing the Degree • Merit-based scholarship awards • How admissions committees make award decisions • Need-based scholarships • Demonstrating need as an international applicant • Public vs. private institutions • Third-party scholarship opportunities EducationUSA.state.gov

  9. Questions EducationUSA.state.gov

  10. Contact Us @ American University • Shannon Demko, Kogod School of Business – demko@american.edu • Rosie Edmond, Washington College of Law – redmond@wcl.american.edu • Jia Jiang, School of International Service – jiang@american.edu EducationUSA.state.gov

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