Help & How-To Guides

Applying to graduate school is a big step, and we're here to help every step of the way. Start by reviewing the application requirements for your program—checklists with deadlines and requirements are available for every certificate and degree.

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How-To Guides

Whether you need help strengthening your curriculum vitae (CV) or writing a powerful personal statement, the resources below will support your success.

MCE Guides

Statement of Professional Goals

What makes someone ready to succeed as a graduate student? It's more than grades—it's your background, experience, and passion for your field. Transcripts and resumes only capture so much. Your Statement of Professional Goals (or Personal Statement) is where you get to tell the rest of the story, helping us understand not just where you've been, but where you're headed.

How to Write a Statement of Professional Goals

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.

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.
5 Steps to Get the Best College Recommendation Letter from Forbes. In addition to getting tips on who to ask, learn what information to provide to your letter-writer and what they should include.