Help & How-To Guides

Applying for graduate school is a huge step towards your future. If you’re wondering where to start, or need help along the way, we’re here for you. If you have not yet reviewed Application Requirements for the program that you are interested in, please do so. Checklists (including deadlines, descriptions of requirements, and more) are available for every certificate and degree.

Getting One-on-One Help

Our Admissions Counselors are standing by to answer any questions that you may have. Please send an e-mail to mce@du.edu to get in touch or call us at 1-800-835-1607 (8am – 4:30pm MT).

How-To Guides

Whether you need help creating a strong Curriculum Vitae or need some guidance on writing a Diversity Statement, the resources below will help you succeed.

MCE Guides

Please check back regularly for new guides from our admissions professionals and graduate assistants (current students).

How to Write a Diversity Statement

Resources on the Web

Writing Your Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Résumés and CVs from The Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL). Learn the difference between résumés and curricula vitae (or CVs), what to include, and much more.
Curriculum Vitae Dos and Don'ts from the American Psychological Association (APA). Get a quick list of important things to keep in mind.
Resumes & Cover Letters from Career & Professional Development at the University of Denver. Learn the basics, get access to free webinars, and more.

Writing Your Diversity Statement

The Effective Diversity Statement from Inside Higher Ed. Learn what to focus on and what to avoid. This article was written with faculty jobseekers in mind. Many of the tips (such as telling your story) are applicable to prospective graduate students.
How to Write an Effective Diversity Statement for Graduate School by Dr. Johnson of ProFellow. Learn why diversity statements are an important part of the graduate admissions process, get tips on what to include, and more.

Letters of Recommendation

Grad Applications 101: Getting Letters of Rec from Rice University. Learn who to ask (and how to ask) for letters of recommendation.

How To Get A Letter Of Recommendation For Graduate School from Forbes Advisor. In addition to getting tips on who to ask, learn what information to provide to your letter-writer and what they should include.