Graduate School Information

Graduate Preparation Component

August-September: Begin search for sources of financial aid for graduate school
September-June: Create and maintain contacts with potential reference writers through coursework, mentored research, internships, etc.
January-February: Scholars will begin their research on potential graduate schools and request information and applications
February-May: Develop Graduate School portfolio
January – March: Scholars will begin Online GRE preparation classes
Schedule summer GRE Test

August-September: Request financial information from programs and other sources
September-December: Commit to top 3 choices of graduate school and complete application process
September-December: Complete all financial aid applications
September-December: Prepare writers for letters of recommendation; provide them with necessary forms, sample letter, and a brief resume
September-December: Last chance for the GRE test; take subject tests if required
January-March: Meet all deadlines
January-March: Confirm that letters have been received by deadline
April-May: Inform OK-LSAMP and letter writers of outcomes of applications

Alternative Ways to Pay for Graduate School: http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/alternative-ways-to-pay-for-masters/
Opportunities and Resources for Funding Your PhD: http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/paying-for-your-phd/
Graduate Student's Guidebook to Financial Aid: http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/
Scholarship Opportunities for Graduate Students: http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships/
Graduate Resources for Women in STEM: http://www.gograd.org/resources/women-in-stem/
Graduate Degree Programs, Funding Opportunities, and Student Resources: http://www.gograd.org/