Junior Year

• Start researching graduate programs and potential faculty advisors.
• Send out requests for information from schools.
• Determine application procedures, exam requirements, and application deadlines.
• Study for and possibly take required entrance exams.
• Think about additional classes you may need for senior year.

Senior Year

• Request letters of recommendation from faculty.
• Take required entrance exams if you haven't done so already.
• Contact prospective faculty advisors.
• Start preparing your application materials.
• Write drafts of your personal statement.
• Inquire about assistantships/funding and research other financial aid possibilities.

• Order transcripts.
• Mail applications (possibly earlier, depending on the program).
• Apply for assistantships, fellowships, and grants.

• Arrange school visits and schedule an interview (if applicable).

• Make a decision.