What do Grad Schools look for?

tetrahedr0n
Thu, 10 May 2012 19:34:54 +0000

ECs are completely irrelevant for graduate school applications.

What are you interested in going to graduate school for? Usually, the most important thing will be research, and that’s what you should focus on.



Is there a higher focus on grades/objective data than ECs or service activities?



Yes, since ECs and service activities count for nothing. However, grades are not necessarily the most important factor either, and test scores are relatively unimportant. Research potential, statement of purpose, recommendation letters - these are the real biggies.