Alberto Simpser

Advice for students interested in pursuing an MA or PhD

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Hello. I frequently receive requests for advice related to deciding whether to pursue an MA or PhD degree and to maximizing chances of being accepted. Here are some helpful links you may wish to check out:

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• Applying to grad school: what you need to know

• The gentle guide for applying to graduate school

• Graduate school application timeline

• Who should you ask for a recommendation letter?

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I have also distilled some of my advice in the FAQs that follow below. These reflect my personal views, so read them under advisement. This version is in Spanish. 

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