What's most important to the Admissions Committee? GRE scores, GPA, or publications?
Department of SociologyThe committee considers each applicant as a whole student. No decisions are based solely on GRE scores, GPA, or any other individual factor. There is no one part of the application considered more important than any other part.
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Department of Communication Disorders: FAQsIn addition to GPA and GRE scores, letters of recommendation and one’s personal statement are considered in making admissions decisions for both M.S. and Ph.D. students. Letters of recommendation preferably should be from academic individuals who can assess a candidate’s ability to be successful in graduate studies.
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ESPM - UC Berkeley Environmental Science Policy and Manageme...The GRE scores and GPA are very important to gain admission to the ESPM graduate program. The average GRE scores for those we accepted in the program for Fall 2005 were: Verbal: 625/84%, Quantitative: 698/73%, and Analytical: 5.10 or 701/83%. The average GPA for those accepted was 3.60. The GPA is based on undergraduate course work done in the last two years, i.e. junior and senior status.
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Department of Psychology, University of FloridaResearch experience, clinical experience (if applying to Clinical or Counseling programs), field experience, letters of recommendation, and personal statements are extremely important.
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Frequently Asked Questions, UW-Madison Engineering, ISyEWe try to develop an overall picture of the candidate and their chance of success in our program by considering all the application materials presented. Although we like to see the Quantitative portion of the GRE test scores above 90%, we do not weight the GRE so heavily that scoring below that mark would cause us to deny a candidate.
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FAQs - Frequently Asked QuestionsNo minimum score is required. The admissions committee is looking for applicants who demonstrate that they can handle graduate level coursework and who will excel in the professional world of public service. Applicants can show evidence of their academic abilities through their undergraduate record, any relevant graduate level courses they've taken, and the GRE. [up]
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Department of Computer ScienceWhat we are most interested in is the applicant's research potential. These scores are just one of many criteria we consider. There are no minimum scores. We much prefer students who have taken challenging advanced courses to those with top scores on rudimentary courses. There are many ways for applicants to demonstrate their research potential.
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faqsWe normally tell students they should be in the B+ range to be competitive. The admission process incorporates 1) overall GPA; 2) prerequisite GPA; and 3) GRE score. Each of these areas is weighted equally. Thereby, the applicant could remain in the competitive range if they were low in one area i.e. overall GPA and up in the other two. Historically, applicants with GRE scores below 900 are not competitive.
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Department of Philosophy at Penn State UniversityYour junior/senior major GPA should be above a 3.0; however, if there are extenuating circumstances for a lower GPA, you may still be considered for admission. Please address those issues in your personal statement. The GREs are only one of the factors we consider, so again, if there are extenuating circumstances, use your personal statement to address this issue.
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EHS: ViewbookEpiscopal is interested in students of strong character, who have demonstrated at their prior school(s) that they have the intelligence, curiosity, and motivation needed to succeed in our classrooms. In addition, the Admissions Committee looks for students who have the ability to contribute to the extracurricular life of the School, be it artistically or athletically. The primary academic criteria are a student's grades, teacher recommendations, and standardized test scores.
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Department of Library and Information Studies - School of Ed...ANSWER : The scores earned on the Graduate Record Exam (general exam) are very important in the decisions of the LIS Admissions Committee in admitting a student to the program. They are, however, only one of the elements considered in the evaluation of the prospective student's record.
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Department of PsychologyEvery graduate school hopes to attract and select the most capable and most highly motivated students who are apt to become devoted to psychology as a profession and who will make major contributions to knowledge. GREs provide one independent and standardized method of assessing all candidates though the other areas of your application give further insight into who you are and how you might be expected to perform.
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GradSchools.com Test Prep with The Princeton ReviewSchools vary tremendously in the weights they place on the different factors in the admission process, so be sure to contact the specific schools to which you are applying in order to determine their unique requirements. Some programs weight GRE scores very heavily, and/or have a minimum score for applicants, while other programs consider GRE scores more of a formality. It is important to note that your GRE scores are a major factor in determining your eligibility for financial aid.Related Questions
MY GPA, GRE SCORES, AND TOEFL ARE VERY GOOD. WHAT ARE MY CHANCES FOR ADMISSION AND FUNDING?
OSU Statistics: FAQ: Frequently Asked QuestionsWe really cannot say based only on your GPA, GRE and (for international students) TOEFL scores what your chances of admission and a funding offer are. We look at the entire application, including your courses (and grades in them), your personal statement, and your letters of recommendation.
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Biomedical Graduate ProgramsIn general, we look for at least a B undergraduate average, but the overall record is of primary importance. Individual programs may be interested in how an applicant did in specific courses, whether the undergraduate background course work was adequate for the program, and whether the applicant showed a pattern of improvement during undergraduate study. There is no specific cut-off for the GRE.
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Counseling and Human Development Services - Community Counse...On the GRE, the minimum score required by the Graduate School is 850 (combined verbal and quantitative). The minimum undergraduate GPA required by the Graduate School is 2.6. The average GRE score for a Community Counseling graduate student is approximately 1100 and the average GPA is 3.5. With that said, a deficit in one area can be compensated by strength in another area.
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Master of Science in Education :: Application ProcessFirst we look at the applications on their individual merit. We look at all of the materials and try to arrive at an accurate portrait of the applicant that includes experience, the breadth of previous coursework and recommendations. We do see scores and GPAs in all ranges. In general, however, competitive GRE scores will be in the 600s for the verbal section, in the 600s for the quantitative section, and 5 or above (on a 6-point scale) for the writing section. Competitive GPAs will be 3.
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UW Madison - Communication Arts DepartmentThe Graduate School minimum GPA is 3.0 but we like to see at least a 3.25 in courses relevant to the area in which you apply. As for GRE scores, we don’t set absolute numbers because each year’s applicants are judged against all others in that year only. Given that our programs are very competitive and highly selective, you will want to be sure that you do the best you can on all areas of the Graduate Record Examination.
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F.A.Q - Frequently Asked QuestionsThe weight given to standardized admissions exams varies from program to program and discipline to discipline. If your exam score is not reflective of your academic accomplishments and capabilities, it is often a good idea to ask one of your faculty recommenders to address it in the letter. This can be particularly effective if you have taken advanced courses or done independent study with that professor.
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Graduate Admissions - Colorado School of Mines Graduate Scho...We require an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better for graduate studies at CSM. International students must submit minimum TOEFL scores of 550 (PBT) or 213 (CBT) or 79 (IBT) with minimum section scores as follows: We do not have set minimums for the GRE however scores are required for most programs. Average scores accepted can be found at Admissions and Enrollment Statistics.
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SFSU - Clinical Psychology Graduate Program FAQGRE scores are evaluated as part of the applicant's academic record. GRE score are considered together with grades, grade point average, course work completed and letters of recommendation. The program does not have absolute cut-off scores for the GRE.
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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions by prospective studentsAdmissions decisions are based on the the applicant's full spectrum of credentials. This includes standardized test scores, as well as previous academic performance, rigor of previous academic programs and institutions, recommendations, career and volunteer experience, and commitment to one's chosen field. We have found that at the master's level, undergraduate grades are the best predictor of graduate academic success.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsGRE scores are not required by the Graduate Division, nor by the Department. However, students should note that some outside funding agencies may require GRE scores, for example, in nationally competitive funding agencies. Applicants should consult all the relevant sources of funding before deciding whether to do the GRE or not.
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Graduate Admissions Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Educational Testing Service (ETS) will report GRE scores for 5 full years, only. For specific information, visit the GRE website at www.gre.org.
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FAQs - Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital Dietetic Internship Prog...GRE scores are not required, but we ask that you include them if you have taken the GRE within the past 3 years.
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Graduate Program FAQ Civil and Environmental EngineeringFor foreign applications, we require a TOEFL score of 600. While your GRE score is important, we have no specific cut-off for GRE scores, and consider the GRE score to be just one part of your overall application. All applicants must submit a GRE score to be considered for fellowships or graduate teaching assistantships.
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MEPN FAQ Page - UCSF School of Nursing / nurseweb.ucsf.eduThe University of California requires that applicants have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better before being considered for graduate standing. While there is no minimum GRE score that is required, the most competitive applicants typically have verbal, quantitative, and analytical scores is the range of 500 - 700.
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