What do graduate schools look for in a candidate?
Graduate school admissions committees are interested primarily in your academic record. Good grades, a solid GPA, and the nature of the undergraduate institution from which you are applying are all taken into account. In addition, letters of recommendation, particularly from faculty members are seriously considered. Candidates may be distinguished by special skills in research, statistics, computer applications, writing, and foreign languages; essentially, traits that might set up apart from other candidates. Along these same lines, overseas experience vis-à-vis study abroad or other programs, work experience, and internships are important in distinguishing you in the applicant pool. Most schools also take into account your GRE scores. Almost all schools require you to take the GRE General Exam; some require a subject exam as well. For additional information about the GRE, go to the following link: GRE® — Graduate Record Examinations In general, the better your academic record, the
