Insider Tips for a Stronger Grad School Application with Eric Puente, Assistant Director of Recruitment

Applying to graduate school involves more than filling out an application, it starts with understanding why you're pursuing an advanced degree in the first place. In this episode of"Unpacking Grad School," host Dylan Peterson talks with Eric Puente, assistant director of recruitment at Loyola University Chicago, about what prospective students should know before applying. Puente walks through the graduate application timeline, explains which materials take the longest to gather, shares tips for crafting a compelling statement of purpose and resume, and discusses how admissions counselors can help throughout the process. He also offers thoughtful advice on choosing graduate school for the right reasons and making an informed decision about your future.