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Components of the application: Grades GRE scores Research experience Applied experience (e.g., clinical) Teaching experience Related work experience Letters of recommendation Personal statement What schools look for: All of the components Match to the program Steps along the way: Get relevant experience as soon as possible Keep grades up Take GREs Explore programs Apply Interviews: Be prepared Practice Tips: Be organized Talk to your professors and supervisors The Personal Statement: There are few instances when, in fact, the personal statement should be personal! The personal statement is best viewed as an expanded discussion of your resume and experience. Think of it more as a statement of relevant experience and interests. In line with that, the following outline should be followed. Paragraph 1: State what you are interested in doing and why you are applying to graduate school in this particular field. 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