Preparation

The test companies provide information about the exams and even practice exams. Preparatory guides from several publishers and commercial test preparation courses are available. Talk to your faculty advisor about which CAS courses may prepare you for the test related to your field.

Transcripts

You will need to submit an official transcript in conjunction with each application to a graduate or professional school. If you have attended another post-secondary institution, you will need to contact that school to have a copy of that academic record forwarded to prospective schools.

Recommendations

Most schools require recommendations in support of your application. The best sources for recommendations are professors whom you know well and who can provide an accurate evaluation of your personal and academic potential. Recommendations from employers can also be helpful, especially if you have professional experience related to your intended field of study.

It is very important to consider who your recommenders will be:

• Does this person know you well enough to comment effectively?
• Will this person write a strong letter?
• Will this person write the kind of letter you need?
• Will this person be able to meet the required deadline?

• A personal "profile" which includes your academic achievements, educational and career goals, extra-curricular activities, work experience, and an official transcript.
• Information about the purpose of the letter (admission, fellowship, or employment), who the audience will be, and deadlines.