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Pre-Departure Info
Admission
Procedure
The U.S. university application process is a lengthy
procedure that requires students to fill out many
documents. Documents may differ, based on the
department to which a student is applying. Therefore,
it is very important to read the instructions
carefully. Some universities do not process the
application until they receive all the documents. Some
universities provides conditional admission if the
student is still completing his or her current course.
Following is a list of required documents for an
international applicant:
Application Document Checklist - 1
University Application - 1
Financial Support Form - 1
Transcripts of Previous Degree - 2
Resume - 1
3 Letters of Recommendation - 1
Bank Statement - 1
Statement of Purpose - 1
Standardized Test Scores - 1
Passport Copies - 1
Statement of Purpose
Most applications ask for a statement of interest or
an autobiographical statement. It is important for
students to thoroughly research a field of study
before applying to it. That way, they can effectively
write about how they will fit into the program and how
they program will best help them obtain the career of
their choice. Admissions committees are impressed by
students who have a strong sense of self and can
creatively express themselves through writing.
Students should begin their Statement of Purpose in a
way that will catch the reader's attention, such as
with a quote or personal anecdote. A student's
Statement of Purpose should describe the following:
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Who the student is as a person
and why they stand out from others |
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Why the student is interested in
a particular program |
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How the particular program will
help the student achieve his or her long-term
goals and ambitions |
Letters of Recommendation
As part of the application procedure, every university
requires students to send three letters of
recommendation. These letters should be from
professional references, such as teachers or
employers, who can verify that the student is an
outstanding candidate for a program. Family, friends,
and character witnesses should not be references. It
is important that the person providing the
recommendation has a good understanding of the
student's academic history, interests, goals, and
direction. The letters should be confidential and not
be discussed with the applicant. Therefore, it is
important that the applicant choose references that he
or she can trust to write a good recommendation.
Following are several points to remember:
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The letter is typed on official
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The letter should have the
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The letter is enclosed in a
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The Resume
The resume should provide a snapshot of the student's
life on approximately two pages. Students should
verify the following in their resume:
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Personal information, including
name, address, telephone number, and email address
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Academic history, including
highest completed degree and relevant courses |
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Employment history, including job
titles, responsibilities, and the start and end
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Volunteer work |
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Professional memberships or
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Awards and recognitions |
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Certifications |
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The names and contact information
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