How I did it: First, I applied to graduate school. I read all of the application information, sent my transcripts, wrote my statement of purpose, and acquired letters of recommendation from teachers who had supported me through undergraduate school.

Second, after I was accepted into the school, I made certain to stick to the program. While my advisor was nice, she was also extremely busy.  If you want to finish on time, make sure to keep up with the requirements on your own.

Third, I prioritized. While I still made time for friends and family, graduate school had to remain at the top.  If you realize you don't have time to complete all of your coursework, drop a class or cut out an extra activity. It's better to take a little longer and do better than to finish on time and do a mediocre job.

Lessons & tips: Apply for assistantships. If you can get work as a GA or TA, the school will help you pay for classes, and you will accrue valuable experience.

Also, do not give up on your thesis. Push through, no matter what it takes.

Resources: You can't beat a reliable thesis director who is going to push you to work as hard as you can.

Also, surround yourself with people who believe in you, and who have similar goals.

Finally, Dr. Wicked's Write or Die was priceless for finishing my thesis.

May 12, 07:47PM PDT | 0 comments | 5 cheers