Do grad schools look at your undergraduate school?

While graduate schools do consider the quality of a candidate’s college when they evaluate his or her college transcripts, the primary objective is identifying and recruiting talented and motivated individuals who would thrive in a grad program, admissions officers say.

How is graduate research different from undergraduate research?

Research experience Research in an undergraduate program is typically comprised of a few research projects or papers, whereas in graduate school, research makes up the vast majority of learning in the classes.

Does the physics department accept applications for a Master’s(AM) degree?

Does the physics department accept applications for a master’s (AM) degree? The Harvard physics program does not permit students to apply for a master’s (AM) degree — the program only accepts applications for a PhD, although many physics PhD students receive an AM degree along the way to completing their doctorate.

How do you write a good letter of recommendation for Physics?

To get good letters of recommendation, you must form a relationship with physics faculty members. The main (and most important) way of doing this is by performing research with them. What should be in my statement of purpose? Before beginning any writing project, you should think about who your audience is, and what you want to tell them.

How do I schedule the Physics Subject Test?

To schedule the Physics subject test visit: https://www.ets.org/gre/subject/register/centers_dates/pdt_test_centers. Request your letters of reference: give your letter writers a copy of your CV, your transcript, and your statement of purpose (if already written).

How many advanced physics/astronomy courses should I list on my application?

The application instructions ask students applying to the physics program to list the four most advanced physics/astronomy courses and the two most advanced math courses they have taken so far. May I list more than six total courses?