Graduate School Application Workshops
The Graduate School Application Workshops for Computing Programs is inspired by the CSGrad4US mentoring program and is tailored for undergraduates interested in exploring graduate study in computing. These workshops will attempt to bridge the gap between a student’s initial research experience and successful admission into a graduate program.
Eligibility
All undergraduates and recent graduates interested in applying to Computer, Information Science, and Engineering (CISE) PhD programs are encouraged to attend UR2PhD’s virtual workshops.
Students who have completed the UR2PhD undergraduate research training course are especially encouraged to attend, but students need not be affiliated with the UR2PhD program to engage with our sessions.
Schedule and registration
Our 2024 workshops have ended. We plan to re-offer this workshop series in the late summer of 2025.
Previous Sessions
From Submission to Decision: Preparing for the Next Steps
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
By the end of this session, students will be able to prepare for admissions interviews, interpret responses from programs, understand considerations for decision making, and plan for campus visits.
From Good to Great: A Peer Review of Your Application
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
By the end of this session, students will be able to identify areas for improvement and make specific refinements to enhance application materials. Please note to maintain participant privacy, the peer review process was not recorded.
Hearing from Graduate Students
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
By the end of this session, students will be able to learn from the experiences of past PhD applicants. This conversation features the perspectives of 5 PhD students who recently navigated the application process. Whether you’ve committed to applying to grad school or you’re still contemplating the possibility, this discussion can help inform your next steps.
Writing a Strong Personal Statement
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
By the end of the session, students will have a better understanding of what admissions committees evaluate applicants and how a strong statement of purpose (and personal statement) can influence support your application.
Finding the Programs that are Right for You
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
By the end of the session, students will be able to reflect on considerations that are important to them, gather information about existing programs, understand the role of advisors in the admissions process, and prepare for outreach to advisors.
Highlighting Your Personal Experiences & Interests
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
By the end of the session, students will have a better understanding of how they can narrow their research interests, what they should include in a resume or CV, how they can identify references, and why they should manage and track their applications and communications.
Getting Started & Making A Plan
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
By the end of the session, students will have a better understanding of items required to submit a PhD application, what the application timeline looks like, what admissions committees review, and how PhD programs may be funded.
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