Graduate and Professional Schools Fair

A list of participants can also be found in Gator CareerLink

• Have your resume reviewed prior to the event. The C3 provides an Express Drop-In service (no appointment needed), for resume reviews, mock interviews, and more
• List priority schools to visit
• Prepare questions to ask the admissions officers (admissions timelines, requirements, etc.)
• Have a platform (notepad or phone app) to jot down notes of your conversations with recruiters to use during your follow-ups

Other tips:

• Use resources like Gradschools.com to research graduate programs
• Research institutions and programs that interest you
• Talk to diverse programs to identify a right fit
• Review application deadlines, admissions exam(s) registration deadline and testing policies for institutions you are interested in
• Explore the program’s focus (research or applied) and your career interests
• Research graduate school costs

Info about Admissions Exams:

Depending on the field of study you choose to enter, each program may require a different admissions exam with a different minimum score. Be sure to carefully research the required exams and minimum score for your desired program and institution. Here is a list of some of common examinations:

• General Programs – Graduate Record Examinations (GRE)
• Law School – Law School Admissions Test (LSAT)
• Medical School – Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT)
• Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Programs – Graduate Management Admissions Text (GMAT)
• Pharmacy School – Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT)

The Career Connections Center hosts a series of workshops each semester to prepare students for career fairs. Visit the career.ufl.edu/events for details.