Pre-Professional Society: Grad Application Timelines

Prepare a timetable to complete your graduate school admissions and funding application requirements. (UW Grad. School).

When to apply for grad school: 4 key considerations (PrepScholar)

The workload involved in applying to graduate programs has been compared to that required in a 3-credit course, or more. Spreading this workload over an extended period, e.g. several months or more, can make the process both easier and more successful. (UCSD Dept. of Psychology)

There are endless opportunities available for predental students to enhance their applications. Most students are aware of the basic elements needed for applying to dental school: a great GPA, a high score on the Dental Admission Test, dental shadowing hours. These components are surely respected, but there are also other avenues available to leverage your experiences. It is important to discover, participate in, and highlight all potential prospects during your undergraduate career. As an enthusiastic predental student embarking on your journey toward the application and acceptance process, here are several recommendations to consider. (Student Doctor Network)

Undergraduate year-by-year recommendations from the American Dental Association

This is a general application timeline for students studying at a four-year undergraduate institution. Use as a guideline to tailor a timeline best suited for you. (ADEA)

Early submission of medical school applications enables you to take full advantage of the rolling admissions process and maximize your odds of getting into medical school. This timeline goes beyond "apply early" to address when you should aim to have each component of your application—personal statement, Work and Activities section, secondary essays—completed, and when you should collect required materials like recommendation letters, etc. (Shemmassian Academic Consultants)

Follow this schedule to stay on track with your pre-med requirements, MCAT prep, and completing your medical school application. Tips are provided for both traditional and non-traditional applicants. (Princeton Review)

This timeline is a general guide to help pre-pharmacy students prepare to apply for admission to pharmacy school. It is based on a typical 4-year plan for graduating with a Bachelors degree from UTC, but pertinent to applications to other pharmacy schools.

Fifty-six FAQs, including many links to other sites, and a Suggested Timeline for Applying to Veterinary Medical Colleges (geared to UMass students). Also lists First-Year Orientations and Start-Dates for 30 vet schools (2016).

Suggested options for coursework and extracurricular experiences that can enhance your veterinary school application. (CSU College of Sciences & Health Professions)