Undergrad Post-Graduation Panel in UW AMath Dept: 5/08

AWM/WAMM Undergraduate Post-Graduation Panel
Wed, May 8, 2024 from 3:30-4:30PM in LEW 208

The Association for Women in Mathematics and Women in Applied Mathematics Mentorship Program are partnering with Mark Pasadilla, AMath Career Coach, and several graduate students to discuss the numerous career/graduate school options you have with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in AMATH or CFRM.

Snacks will be provided, and the panel is open to ALL UW undergraduate students!
The panel will touch on the graduate school and industry job application processes and talk about the tips/tricks to have a successful application cycle no matter what path you choose post-graduation.

SPR24 Course on Grad School Preparation: GRDSCH200

Are you a junior or senior curious about, or planning to attend graduate school?  Spring course GRDSCH200: Preparing for Graduate Education (2 cr) allows juniors and seniors to explore their interests and learn first-hand from faculty and staff involved in graduate admissions how to find a good program fit and how to prepare effective application materials.  The course will be offered each quarter (including Summer).

GRDSCH200: Preparing for Graduate Education
Spring 2024 (SLN 15092)
Mondays, 1:30 – 3:20 p.m.
NAN 181

The 2-credit  CR/NC course seeks to engage students in determining the right “fit” for their individual graduate education goals through three primary objectives:
Investigation:  What is your desire to attend graduate school?
– What you need to know about the graduate school experience
Revelation:  What do graduate school admission committees actually expect?
– Demystify the process
– Personal statements, resumes/CVs and letters of recommendation
Preparation:  How does investigation and revelation lead to finding a “good fit,” and how do you chart a course of action?
– Why do you want to go? When do you want to go? Where do you want to go?
– What do you want to do? How can you do it?

Questions? Contact Katy DeRosier at katyd2(at)uw.edu

Univ. of MN MS in Data Science for CEMS Program Info Session: 2/28

U of Minnesota MS in Data Science for CEMS Program
Thurs, February 28 at 3:00pm Central Time

University of Minnesota Master’s of Science in Data Science for Chemical Engineering & Materials Science
Join Professor & Director of Graduate Studies for the MS program Prodromos Daoutidis for this information session.
– REGISTER for Info Session!

This degree bridges disciplinary expertise in chemical engineering and materials science with data and computational science. It aims to educate the next generation of chemical engineers and materials scientists that will be able to work seamlessly with digital technologies.

Stanford University Grad School Scholarships: Info Session on 2/05

Knight-Hennessy Scholarship Program for Stanford University Grad School
Info Session on Feb 5, 2024 from 5-6pm in MGH 171

Are you interested in future graduate-level studies at Stanford University? Hear from an Admission Director about Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University, a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate scholarship program.
– Each Knight-Hennessy scholar receives up to 3 years of financial support to pursue graduate studies in any of Stanford’s seven schools. Scholars form a supportive community with one another while engaging in experiences that prepare them to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address complex challenges facing the world.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program Info Session at UW
Mon, February 5, 2024 from 5:00-6:00pm in MGH 171
>> Register to attend

ELIGIBILITY: (citizens and residents of all countries are encouraged to apply)
1) Admission to Stanford University for graduate school
2) Must have earned, in January 2017 or later, a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a college or university of recognized standing.
CRITERIA:
1) Independence of thought
2) Purposeful leadership
3) Civic mindset

Boston University Questrom School of Business event on 1/24

Boston University Questrom School of Business: Specialized Masters Showcase on Wed, January 24, 2024 from 4-5 PM PT

Join the Masters Showcase event for an online presentation highlighting Questrom’s innovative approach to graduate business programs, followed by an opportunity to move freely between breakout rooms to hear more about each program, have your questions answered, and connect with members of the Questrom community.

** All event attendees will receive an application fee waiver ($125 value). Details will be provided after the session.  Other Admissions Events coming up!

Explore Questrom’s Graduate Degree Programs
MS in Business Analytics (MSBA): 37-credit program that develops your ability, in 12 or 16 months, to think critically about data problems and will equip you with essential skills in all areas of business analytics, ranging from data mining, machine learning and experimental methods, to privacy and ethics.
MSBA Round 2 Application Deadline is Wed, January 31

MS in Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology (MSMFT): 3-semester program in which you’ll be exposed to the latest concepts, tools, and computational techniques employed in financial technology and data analysis.
MSMFT Round 2 Application Deadline is Fri, February 9

Masters in Management (MiM): By analyzing actual business challenges in real time, this 9-month program helps you develop the management and leadership skills employers are seeking to transition to a rewarding business career.
MiM Round 2 Application Deadline is Wed, January 10

Questions? Contact Griffin Lawler, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions, at lawlerg(at)bu.edu

U of Michigan Summer Research Opportunity Program

University of Michigan Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP)
APPLY by Mon, February 5, 2024

Program Dates: May 25 – August 1, 2024

Register for an Application Workshop:
Thurs, December 14, 2023, 5:00 p.m. PDT
Tue, January 9, 2024, 5:00 p.m. PDT

ELIGIBILITY
– U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or non-U.S. citizens with DACA
– Minimum overall 3.0 GPA
– Entering junior or senior year in college and not graduate before December 2024.
– Interest in pursuing a graduate degree in one of the Rackham graduate programs.
– Genuine interest in academic research and/or teaching as a career.
Applicants must also meet one or more of the following criteria:
– Come from an educational, cultural, or geographic background underrepresented in graduate study in their discipline in the U.S. or at the U of Michigan.
– Have demonstrated a commitment to diversity in the academic, professional, or civic realm through their work experience, volunteer engagement, or leadership of student or community organizations. By diversity, we mean efforts to reduce social, educational, or economic disparities based on race, ethnicity, or gender, or to improve race relations in the U.S.
– Have experienced financial hardship as a result of family economic circumstances.
– Are first-generation U.S. citizens or will be the first in their families to graduate from a four-year college or university.

BENEFITS
– $5,000 stipend
– Research and graduate application mentorship by faculty and graduate students
– Networking and professional development opportunities
– Opportunity to present at the annual SROP Research Symposium
– Room and board in university housing facilities
– Access to campus facilities such as libraries and gym
– Wireless internet and computer lab access
– Social events and exposure to U-M, the Ann Arbor campus, and U-M resources
– Community building with a national cohort of rising scholars
– Application fee waiver to apply to a Rackham Graduate School program

SROP participants are expected to participate full-time during the ten-week program. Participants may not enroll in classes, concurrent summer programs, or hold other employment during the period of the program. Program start and end dates cannot be modified.

PhD in Computational Biology & Medicine: Apply by 12/01

PhD Program in Computational Biology and Medicine (CBM)
Deadline to APPLY for Fall 2024 Start:  December 1, 2023

The Director of the Tri-Institutional PhD Program in Computational Biology and Medicine (CBM), Dr. Quaid Morris, invites our UW AMATH & CFRM undergraduate students to apply to CBM.

CBM is a leading computational biology and medicine PhD graduate program offered jointly by Weill Cornell Medicine, Cornell University, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and The Rockefeller University.  Their Tri-Institutional campus in the heart of New York City provides an exciting combination of outstanding faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and collaborative research opportunities to the next generation of scientific leaders working at the interface of biology and medicine.

Students from underrepresented minority groups and disadvantaged backgrounds, as well as those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.  They provide fee waivers to any students for whom the fee would represent an obstacle to applying to CBM.

• PROGRAM OF STUDY
• TIMELINE & REQUIREMENTS
• FAQs

For a fee waiver, contact Margie Mendoza: mah2036(at)med.cornell.edu

Northwestern University PhD Program Info Session on 11/08

Northwestern University Engineering Sciences & Applied Mathematics
Virtual Info Session: Wed, Nov 8 from 3-4pm CT

Virtual information session for prospective PhD students on Wed, November 8, 2023 from 3-4 pm Central Time. REGISTER TODAY!

Various faculty members will each present a brief snippet about the applied mathematics PhD program and will be available during a question & answer session. In the meantime, check out their PhD Admissions info, PhD Curriculum, and Department Research Areas. PhD program includes full funding: paid tuition and monthly stipend.

Or see more about their Master’s Degree in Applied Mathematics and Admissions to the MS in Applied Math.

Columbia University MA in Statistics Virtual Info Sessions

Columbia University Master of Arts in Statistics
Virtual Info Sessions: Register today!

The Columbia University Statistics Department offers a flexible on-campus M.A. program designed for students preparing for professional positions or for doctoral programs in statistics and other quantitative fields.

– Register for an info session to learn more about admissions requirements, curriculum, and scholarship opportunities.
– Scholarship opportunities, fellowships, external awards, and other funding resources
– Student resources and academic support (e.g. Math Refresher workshop and R Bootcamps in Summer, Peer Study Support during the academic year)
– Career development workshops

** Upcoming virtual MA in Statistics Information Sessions led by the Program Director and student support team:
Oct 27, 2023 at 6am
Nov 28, 2023 at 12 noon
Dec 15, 2023 at 6am
Jan 19, 2024 at 12 noon
Feb 16, 2024 at 6am
March 15, 2024 at 12 noon

Questions? Contact Chrissie Kong at sk4987(at)columbia.edu

AMATH & CFRM Graduate Programs Q&A: Register now for November 9!

AMATH & CFRM Grad Programs Q&A Virtual Event
for Undergraduate Majors (all UW students are welcome)
Thursday, November 9, 2023 from 1:30-2:30pm PT

Join us live on Zoom for a Q&A with our Applied Mathematics (AMATH) and Computational Finance and Risk Management (CFRM) graduate program advisors (and current grad students!) to learn about our different grad programs, the admissions process, degree requirements, and various perspectives on grad school life.  Bring your curiosity and questions!

– REGISTER now for the event!  (Zoom link will be shared at top of your registration confirmation email.)

HELPFUL RESOURCES
– UW AMath/CFRM Master’s Programs
– Graduate Admissions
– FAQs
– Undergrad Majors Blog Post: “Considering Grad School? Where to Start?”

Application Deadlines for Autumn 2024 Start
– MS in Applied Mathematics (Campus): early Jan 2024
– MS in Applied & Computational Mathematics (Online): early July 2024
– MS in Applied & Computational Mathematics (Campus): early Jan 2024
– MS in Computational Finance (Campus): early Feb 2024
– MS in Computational Finance (Online): early May 2024
– PhD in Applied Mathematics (Campus): early Dec 2023 (priority) or early Jan 2024 (all applicants)

QUESTIONS? Contact amathadv (at) uw.edu

Learn How to Apply for Scholarships/Fellowships with OMSFA

UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships, and Awards (OMFSA) Workshops & Info Sessions on Scholarships/Fellowships:

How to Find Funding for Graduate Study: Wed, 10/04/2023, 5–6 pm (online) Register to attend
How should I fund my Master’s/Ph.D. study and research? Where should I look for funding? When should I apply? 

Undergraduate Scholarship Search Party (October highlight – opportunities in Germany): Mon, 10/09/2023, 3:30–5 pm (MGH 171) Register to attend 
– Searching for scholarships and awards is not the most exciting task in the world. Join us—we will share search strategies and work in community during this low-stress opportunity to get motivated and to encourage one another.
– These drop-in sessions are offered on the 2^nd Monday in Fall Quarter, open to all undergraduate students. Each month we will highlight some scholarships or have a theme, but advisors will be available to help with general scholarship searches too! Stay for as long or short as you want.  Snacks provided, bring your laptop and detective skills to this Scholarship Search Party! 

Opening the Door to Letters of Recommendation: Wed, 10/11/2023, 5–6 pm (online) Register to attend  
– Who do I ask for letters of recommendation? How do I ask them?  A panel of students and mentors who have successfully worked together on various applications and recommendations will share their experiences and perspectives. Learn how to build your team of supporters and how you can help your recommenders in writing strong letters for you. 

Graduate Fellowships Promoting Equity & Inclusion: Tue, 10/17/2023, 5–6 pm (online) Register to attend
– Get ready for the opening of application cycles for fellowships that support graduate study (and also some undergraduate study) and promote equity in academia and various professional fields. 

Scholarships and Fellowships for Graduate Study: A Panel Discussion for International Students: Wed, 10/25/2023, 5–6 pm (online) Register to attend 
– A panel of international student awardees will discuss their experiences and offer tips on applying for fellowships to support graduate school as international students. The panel will be most useful to non-U.S. citizen students seeking funding for 2024-25 or later.  
– This session is offered in collaboration with the UW Graduate School’s Office of Fellowships & Awards, UW CIRCLE, and the UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards. 

How to Apply for Scholarships & Fellowships: A Student Panel Discussion: Wed, 11/01/2023, 5–6:30 pm (online) Register to attend 
– Hear from undergraduate and graduate students who successfully applied for funding! We will cover these questions and more: 
– How do you decide which scholarships and fellowships to apply for? 
– How do you find the time to apply for funding while also juggling life responsibilities? 
– How do you make your application competitive? 

Meet the Scholarship Selection Committee: Wed, 11/08/2023, 5–6 pm (online) Register to attend
– This panel will feature faculty and staff who frequently serve on selection committees for various national and UW scholarships or fellowships. Join us to learn how selection committee members approach the process, what they’re hoping to learn from application materials, and more. 

Considering Grad School? Where to Start?

Are you an AMATH or CFRM major graduating in the 2023-24 academic year and considering graduate school?  How do you decide where to apply, which your top choices should be, and how to approach the grad school application process?

How do grad schools stack up in national rankings?

• This UW article discusses UW graduate school rankings, based on the 2024 US News & World Report’s 2024 Best Graduate Schools.  (UW Applied Math is listed as #21 in the U.S.) You can search by university, by general program, or by more specific terms.
• For students interested in Computational Finance, Financial Engineering, and Quantitative Finance, check out the QuantNet ranking of Financial Engineering Programs. (UW CFRM is listed as #15 in the U.S.)

Where do our AMATH/CFRM majors go after graduation?

The AMATH/CFRM undergraduate majors began in Spring 2020.  In addition to careers in government, business, and industry, our alumni have gone to excellent graduate programs:
– Berkeley University MS in Industrial Engineering & Operations Research
– Carnegie Mellon University Master of Information Systems Management (MISM)
– Carnegie Mellon University Master of Human-Computer Interaction
– Columbia University MS in Computer Engineering
– Columbia University MS in Data Science
– Columbia University Mathematics of Finance MA
– Columbia University MS in Operations Research
– Cornell University MS in Information Science
– Duke University Master of Engineering in Financial Technology
– Imperial College of London MS in Financial Technology
– Massachusetts Institute of Technology MS in Finance
– New York University MS in Financial Engineering
– New York University PhD in Mathematics, specializing in Applied Math
– Technical University of Munich Computational Science & Engineering MS
– University of California Davis Atmospheric Science MS
– University of California Los Angeles Master of Financial Engineering
– University of Chicago Masters in Computational & Applied Mathematics (MCAM)
– University of Hong Kong Business School MS in Finance
– University of Michigan Quantitative Finance & Risk Management
– University of Minnesota PhD in Mathematics
– University of Southern California MS in Applied Data Science
– University of Southern California MS in Business Analytics
– University of Washington MS in Applied & Computational Mathematics
– University of Washington MS in Computational Finance & Risk Management
– University of Washington PhD in Computer Science & Engineering
– University of Washington MS in Electrical & Computer Engineering 
– University of Washington MS in Information Management (iSchool)
– University of Washington MS in Information Systems (Foster School)

Graduate admission procedures vary by institution.  Be sure to research deadlines and procedures for each program you’re interested in.

How do you prepare for the application process?

You have many options for grad schools all over the world, in a variety of fields, but you may want to start with info from the UW Graduate School and our AMath Dept:

• UW Graduate School Application Process
• UW AMath Master’s Program degree options and FAQs
  – UW AMath MS program graduates have gone on to doctorate programs and careers listed here.
• The UW Career & Internship Center has recorded webinars and workshops on grad school preparation and applications.
  – Grad School Prep: webinars, workshops, career outcomes
  – Career & Internship Center Events Calendar
• The Math Alliance provides Preparing for Graduate School FAQs & this blog post will help explain the Math Alliance Scholars Program.
• Search THIS BLOG for other posts about grad school!  Use the “Graduate School” filter.

How can you strengthen your grad school application?
–> Undergrad research, internships, volunteering, and extracurricular activities like RSOs.

• Our AMath/CFRM Undergrad Resources page has links for finding relevant research opportunities (e.g. WXML, WAMM, WDRP, Summer Research at UW, REUs).  You can also check in with an instructor to see if they need an undergraduate assistant in their research.
• The Career & Internship Center helps you Find Your Community with  job/internship postings, featured LinkedIn classes, and other identity-specific resources (check out the Tech/Data/Gaming group, but there are so many more!)
• Find an internship by creating a Handshake profile (How to Use Handshake recording), and learn how to update your resume and prep for interviews from the Career & Internship Center Tell Your Story page.
• Tutor on campus at the Math Study Center, CLUE, or Dept. of Statistics, among others.
• Serve as a TA for UW CSE Dept. or Grader for Statistics Dept.
• Get more involved on campus and find your crew through a Registered Student Organization (RSO).
• The College of Arts & Sciences C21 Internship Bootcamp offers immersive learning experiences, partnerships on campus and in the community, and a network of mentors.
• The Community Engagement & Leadership Education (CELE) Center offers programs centered around community-engaged learning, democratic engagement, leadership education, preK-12 student success and place-based initiatives.

Where do I go after grad school?

• The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) Career Profiles of applied mathematicians will give you an idea of whether grad school is needed for a particular career, and where you might find a good fit.  SIAM’s list of hiring organizations and job board on Twitter provides leads on where to set your goals after a graduate degree.
• The BIG Math Network promotes careers in Business, Industry, and Government to students of the mathematical sciences and offers Career Resources for Students.
• After our graduate students earn their degrees, they go on to dynamic careers in a variety of fields. 
• Join our AMath Department LinkedIn or the UW LinkedIn to connect with other graduates!

SUM23/AUT23 Course on Grad School Preparation: GRDSCH200

Are you a junior or senior curious about, or planning to attend graduate school?  Summer and Autumn course GRDSCH200: Preparing for Graduate Education (2 cr) allows juniors and seniors to explore their interests and learn first-hand from faculty and staff involved in graduate admissions how to find a good program fit and how to prepare effective application materials.  The course will be offered each quarter.

GRDSCH200: Preparing for Graduate Education
Summer 2023 (SLN 11612)
Mondays, 1:10 – 3:20 p.m.
PACCAR Hall (PCAR), Room 295

Autumn 2023 (SLN 16131)

Fridays, 12:30 – 2:20 p.m.

COMMUNICATIONS Building (CMU), Room 120

The 2-credit  CR/NC course seeks to engage students in determining the right “fit” for their individual graduate education goals through three primary objectives:
Investigation:  What is your desire to attend graduate school?
– What you need to know about the graduate school experience
Revelation:  What do graduate school admission committees actually expect?
– Demystify the process
– Personal statements, resumes/CVs and letters of recommendation
Preparation:  How does investigation and revelation lead to finding a “good fit,” and how do you chart a course of action?
– Why do you want to go? When do you want to go? Where do you want to go?
– What do you want to do? How can you do it?

Questions? Contact Katy DeRosier at katyd2(at)uw.edu

UW MS in Real Estate Program: Potentially 1-yr Program

University of Washington MS in Real Estate Program 

The UW Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) Program facilitates lifelong learning and prepares students for multiple career paths and opportunities. The program deepens the understanding of core concepts and helps develop key skill sets. Real estate sits at the center of the built environment. Real estate professionals need to interact with a spectrum of other professionals including architects, construction managers, urban planners, and investors.

– AMATH/CFRM majors would likely meet the prerequisites for the MSRE Advanced Standing option, in order to complete the degree in just one year.
– The Advanced Standing option requires students to have numerically graded courses from an undergraduate institution in: management, statistics, data visualization/econometrics, and financial accounting. The admissions committee would just need a PDF of a student’s unofficial transcript for verification.

– The MSRE is designated as a STEM degree. This designation makes international graduates eligible for up to 3 years post-graduation U.S. work eligibility.

Questions? Contact Eli Heller at hellere@uw.edu

Webinar: Demystifying the Graduate Application Process – 5/19

Webinar Panel: Demystifying the Graduate Application Process 
Friday, May 19, 2023 from 4:00-5:15pm PT

The Pacific Math Alliance is hosting a panel on Demystifying the Graduate Application Process.  Register Now!

The Pacific Math Alliance is a regional professional community of faculty mentors and students that support underserved students to join the STEM pipeline and pursue advanced study or a career in the mathematical sciences.

Info Session on Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford: 5/16

Info Session on Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University
Tues, May 16, 2023 at 4:30pm in MGH 171: REGISTER to attend

Are you interested in funding for graduate-level studies at Stanford University? Students, alumni, and anyone interested to learn more is encouraged to join to hear from a Knight-Hennessy Scholarship program Admission Officer about Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University, a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate scholarship program.

Each Knight-Hennessy scholar receives up to three years of financial support to pursue graduate studies in any of Stanford’s seven schools. Scholars form a supportive community with one another while engaging in experiences that prepare them to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address complex challenges facing the world.

Scholarships for Grad School in UK & Ireland: Apply by 6/21

Funding for Grad School in UK & Ireland (2024-25)
UW Application for Nomination due June 21, 2023

Interested in pursuing graduate study and/or research at a university in the UK or Ireland starting in Fall 2024? Consider whether these scholarship programs fit your interests and goals. Most require university nomination to apply. Get more details, information, tips and advice about applying for UW nomination through the Global Fellowships Prep resources.

– Gates Cambridge Scholarships: Supports 1-4 years of graduate study at Cambridge University. Open to citizens of any country outside the UK considering almost any graduate-level program at Cambridge.
– Rhodes Scholarships*: Provides funding for 2-3 years at Oxford University. Open to citizens of any country, and eligibility requirements and nomination processes vary by country. US applicant eligibility requirements include a 3.7 GPA or higher and 18-24 years old by Oct. 1, 2023, or up to 27 years old if you will complete your first degree after 10/1/22.
– Marshall Scholarships*: Provide 1-2 years of funding to study at any university in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship, 3.7 GPA or higher, and earn a first bachelor’s degree anytime between April 2021-August 2024.
– Churchill Scholarships*: Support one year of graduate study in mathematics, science and engineering fields, or science policy at Cambridge University. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship and graduation anytime between fall 2022 and summer 2024.
– Mitchell Scholarships*: Award students one year of funding for study at universities in Ireland, open to all areas of graduate study. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship, 18-30 years old on Sept. 30, 2023 and a bachelor’s degree earned any time before fall 2024.

Upcoming information sessions:
– UK & Ireland Scholarships UW info session: Wed, April 12, 2023, 5-6pm, online. Please register to attend.
– UK & Ireland Scholarships UW info session: Tue, April 18, 2023, 4:30pm-5:30pm, online. Please register to attend.
– Special Event: Marshall Scholarships virtual session for prospective students, April 20, 2023, 9-10:30am.

Email robinc(at)uw.edu or schedule an appointment with a scholarship advisor.

Columbia University MA in Statistics

Columbia University Master of Arts in Statistics
Virtual Info Session: Friday, March 10, 2023 from 3-4pm Eastern

The Columbia University Statistics Department offers a flexible on-campus M.A. program designed for students preparing for professional positions or for doctoral programs in statistics and other quantitative fields.

– Join the info session to learn more about admissions requirements, curriculum, and scholarship opportunities.
– MA2PhD Merit Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship intended to support entering students interested in pursuing a PhD after completing the MA in Statistics program.
– Student resources and academic support (e.g. Math and R Bootcamps in Summer, MA Help Room during the academic year)
– Career development workshops

Questions? Contact Chrissie Kong at sk4987(at)columbia.edu

Berkeley Haas MFE Program for Finance & Data Science

Interested in Grad School for Finance or Data Science?
Berkeley Haas Master of Financial Engineering (MFE) Program

The Berkeley Haas MFE program reached out to us, to request that we invite our AMATH/CFRM majors to sign up on their mailing list, check out their Program details and Admissions deadlines, as well as their Admissions FAQ.

– They offer a one-year full-time program AND a two-year, part-time option designed for students who would like to continue working while pursuing their MFE degree.
– Both programs start in Spring 2024. Fall admission is not offered.
– Candidates welcome with a background in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or other similar quantitative fields with impressive professional experience, educational achievements, and a passion for finance.

* Virtual Info Sessions in Spring 2023 (Register via the Admissions Events page):
March 22 from 4-5pm PT
April 11 from 9-10am PT
May 16 from 4-5pm PT
* Online Chats with Current Students & Alumni: March 3, 22, 30, and more

– Top-Ranked MFE program by QuantNet, Risk.net, and TFE Times
– Highly personalized Career Services with strong internship and full-time career outcomes. Their 2022 graduates made a mean base salary of $150,190 (with an additional $26,064 average signing bonus).
– Their dynamic curriculum adapts to the rapidly growing needs of the industry with new courses in areas like deep learning and sustainability.
– Students apply their knowledge and skills to win competitions like the Citadel Data Open.
– Remote, part-time program option where the degree can be completed over 2 years.

UW AMath & CFRM Aut23 Campus Grad Programs – Apply Soon

Working on your application for UW AMATH or CFRM Graduate Programs?
~ Deadlines to Apply for Aut23 are Approaching ~

Check out the different options for Master’s Programs within the UW Department of Applied Mathematics:
– MS in Applied Mathematics (On Campus) – Apply by January 12
– MS in Applied & Computational Mathematics (Online) – Apply by July 1
– MS in Applied & Computational Mathematics (On Campus) – Apply by January 12
– MS in Computational Finance (On Campus) – Apply by February 1
– MS in Computational Finance (Online) – Apply by May 1

Or the PhD Program in Applied Mathematics (On Campus) – Apply by January 12

*** Frequently Asked Questions about our graduate programs

—> Where have other AMATH/CFRM majors gone to grad school?  Read “Grad School in Applied Math, CFRM, or Another Field?”

TIPS ON LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (LOR):
1) Reach out to instructors you’ve had in the past, from our department or from other departments. Request letters from multiple faculty members just in case some don’t respond. Graduate students that have taught a course or been your TA may also work, since they may be able to speak to your academic performance. If you have served as a tutor, worked in a job or internship, or in a volunteer capacity, you could ask your supervisor for a letter of recommendation.
2) Give recommenders at least 2 weeks notice (more is better!) with a deadline by when you need the letter (giving yourself some extra time as a grace period before the application is due). If you don’t hear back, you could send a follow up email a few days later.

WHAT TO PROVIDE WHEN REQUESTING A LOR:
1) Remind the potential recommender when you took their course, your grade, and a couple of things you learned or appreciated from their course.
2) A list of your skills and description of your academic background, and possibly an unofficial transcript.
3) A bulleted list of items that they could potentially write about in the letter (e.g. project management experience; excellent communicator; effective at working on a team or independently) along with strong examples proving these points.
4) Your Statement of Purpose (SOP) for your grad school application (optional).

TIPS FOR STATEMENT OF PURPOSE (SOP):
1) Request feedback on your writing from Odegaard Writing Center or CLUE.
2) The Career & Internship Center offers career coaching appointments focused on applying to grad school (including SOP reviews).
3) Video on Writing a Strong Personal Statement
4) Document on Planning for Graduate School

Questions? Contact:
amath-gpa(at)amath.washington.edu for amath programs
compfin(at)uw.edu for cfrm programs

EDGE Summer Program – Apply by 2/15

EDGE Summer Program 2023 for Women in Mathematical Sciences
~ Apply by Wed, February 15, 2023 ~

Are you a woman or gender-nonconforming individual entering a mathematical sciences related PhD program in Fall 2023?

WHAT: EDGE is a 4-week, residential session designed to prepare a cohort of mathematicians to thrive in their PhD programs in the mathematical sciences
WHEN: June 4 – July 1, 2023
WHERE: Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island
APPLICATIONS DUE: Wed, February 15, 2023

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
– Four core workshops in algebra, analysis, measure theory, and machine learning, and  mini-courses in supporting topics.
– Daily collaborative problem sessions with advanced graduate student mentors.
– Regular office hours and highly personalized feedback from facilitators.
– Weekly colloquium on a variety of research topics.
– Special discussions on equity and identity in mathematics, teaching practices, and other professional development skills.

COSTS COVERED: The EDGE Foundation will cover all travel, room, and board expenses related to the Summer Program. Program participants will also receive a modest stipend.

REQUIREMENTS: Applicants should be women or gender nonconforming individuals who: 1) are applying to PhD programs in the mathematical sciences or 2) just completed their first year in a PhD program in the mathematical sciences. Students from underrepresented minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Questions? Contact edgestaff(at)edgeforwomen.org

Setting Boundaries in Grad School

~ A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON SETTING EXPECTATIONS WITH A MENTOR ~

Takeaways from Setting Boundaries in Grad School

– Every graduate advisor/advisee relationship looks different
– Have structured conversations early: Come prepared to your first meeting with a predetermined set of topics or questions ready, like this Student-Advisor Expectation Scales document. 
– Write everything down: Keep notes and send recap emails at the end of meetings.
– Determine what kind of advisor you have: Don’t try to get your advisor to fit the image in your head. And your first impression may change over time!
– You may develop another mentor(s) relationship: Ask other professors or older students for advice, while still keeping your advisor as your research point of contact.
– Communicate: Convey your expectations along the way, over time, as you evolve as a graduate student. Your mentorship dynamic will also evolve.

The Ins & Outs of Graduate School – 12/06

“The Ins & Outs of Graduate School“
Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 6:00 pm in HUB 334

This event is targeted towards undergraduate students, who are thinking about graduate school, to learn what it takes to become strong and competitive grad school applicants. A panel of UW biology and engineering PhD students will overview the application process including: choosing the right graduate program, assembling application components, handling recruitment weekends, and debunking myths about grad school. The event will be Q&A focused, so come in with questions!  Food will be provided.
~ SIGN UP FOR THE EVENT

Questions? Contact membership(at)uwseba.org

Explore Grad Programs at UW Tacoma – 12/01

Virtually Explore Graduate Programs at UW TACOMA

Thursday, December 1, 2022 from 4:00 – 5:30 pm

Registration Required for Zoom meeting

Georgia Tech Quantitative Biosciences PhD – Apply by 12/01

Georgia Tech Quantitative Biosciences Fall 2023 PhD Program
~ APPLY by December 1, 2022 ~

Interested in integrating quantitative methods with bioscience research? Applications welcome from strong undergraduates in the physical and biological sciences, mathematics, engineering, and computing.

The Ph.D. in Quantitative Biosciences (QBioS) is an interdisciplinary graduate program at Georgia Tech that integrates the physical, mathematical and biological sciences, enabling the discovery of scientific principles underlying the dynamics, structure, and function of living systems. The program includes more than 50 program faculty from the College of Sciences, and has seven classes of doctoral students, totaling 50 students and alumni, including major fellowship recipients.

QBioS research at Georgia Tech includes the study of:
– molecular & cellular systems,
– chemistry of biological systems,
– physiology & behavior,
– evolutionary biology,
– ecology & earth systems, and the
– physics of living systems

The Ph.D. in Quantitative Biosciences training program is designed to prepare students for fulfilling careers in academia, industry and government, including:
– Foundational courses in Quantitative Biosciences
– Rotations in computational and/or experimental groups
– Selection of thesis advisor from all program faculty
– Rigorous and personalized quantitative training
– Five-year program of study from entrance to defense

Grad School in Applied Math, CFRM, or Another Field?

Are you an AMATH or CFRM major graduating soon and considering graduate school?  How do you decide where to apply, which your top choices should be, and how to approach the grad school application process?

How do grad schools stack up in national rankings?

• This UW article discusses UW graduate school rankings, based on the 2023 US News & World Report’s 2023 Best Graduate Schools.  (UW Applied Math is listed as #18 in the U.S.) You can search by university, by general program, or by more specific terms.
• For students interested in Computational Finance, Financial Engineering, and Quantitative Finance, check out the QuantNet ranking of Financial Engineering Programs.

Where do our AMath/CFRM majors go after graduation?

Since the AMath/CFRM majors began in Spring 2020, we’ve had two cohorts graduate!  In addition to interesting jobs in government, business, and industry, here are some of the graduate programs that our alumni have gone on to:
– Berkeley University MS in Industrial Engineering & Operations Research
– Carnegie Mellon University Master of Information Systems Management (MISM)
– Columbia University Mathematics of Finance MA
– Columbia University MS in Operations Research
– Cornell University MS in Information Science
– Duke University Master of Engineering in Financial Technology
– Imperial College of London MS in Financial Technology
– Massachusetts Institute of Technology MS in Finance
– New York University MS in Financial Engineering
– Technical University of Munich Computational Science & Engineering MS
– University of Michigan Quantitative Finance & Risk Management
– University of Southern California MS in Applied Data Science
– University of Washington MS in Applied & Computational Mathematics
– University of Washington MS in Computational Finance & Risk Management
– University of Washington PhD in Computer Science & Engineering

Graduate admission procedures vary by institution.  Be sure to research deadlines and procedures for each program you’re interested in.

How do you prepare for the application process?

You have many options for grad schools all over the world, in a variety of fields, but you may want to start with info from the UW Graduate School and our AMath Dept:

• UW Graduate School Application Process
• UW AMath Master’s Program degree options and FAQs
  – UW AMath MS program graduates have gone on to doctorate programs and careers listed here.
• The UW Career & Internship Center has recorded webinars and workshops on grad school preparation and applications.
  – Grad School Prep: webinars, workshops, career outcomes
  – Career & Internship Center Events Calendar
• The Math Alliance provides Preparing for Graduate School FAQs & this blog post will help explain the Math Alliance Scholars Program.
• Search THIS BLOG for other posts about grad school!  Use the “Graduate School” filter.

How can you strengthen your grad school application?
–> Undergrad research, internships, volunteering, and extracurricular activities like RSOs.

• Our AMath/CFRM Undergrad Resources page has links for finding relevant research opportunities (e.g. WXML, WAMM, WDRP, Summer Research at UW, REUs).  You can also check in with an instructor to see if they need an undergraduate assistant in their research.
• The Career & Internship Center helps you Find Your Community with  job/internship postings, featured LinkedIn classes, and other identity-specific resources (check out the Tech/Data/Gaming group, but there are so many more!)
• Find an internship by creating a Handshake profile (How to Use Handshake recording), and learn how to update your resume and prep for interviews from the Career & Internship Center Tell Your Story page.
• Tutor on campus at the Math Study Center, CLUE, or Dept. of Statistics, among others.
• Serve as a TA for UW CSE Dept. or Grader for Statistics Dept.
• Get more involved on campus and find your crew through a Registered Student Organization (RSO).
• The College of Arts & Sciences C21 Internship Bootcamp offers immersive learning experiences, partnerships on campus and in the community, and a network of mentors.
• The Community Engagement & Leadership Education (CELE) Center offers programs centered around community-engaged learning, democratic engagement, leadership education, preK-12 student success and place-based initiatives.

Where do I go after grad school?

• The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) Career Profiles of applied mathematicians will give you an idea of whether grad school is needed for a particular career, and where you might find a good fit.  SIAM’s list of hiring organizations and job board on Twitter provides leads on where to set your goals after a graduate degree.
• The BIG Math Network promotes careers in Business, Industry, and Government to students of the mathematical sciences and offers Career Resources for Students.
• After our AMath graduate students earn their degrees, they go on to dynamic careers in a variety of fields. 
• Join our AMath Department LinkedIn or the UW LinkedIn to connect with other graduates!

Learn How to Apply for Fellowships with OMSFA

The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships, and Awards (OMFSA) offers these upcoming workshops and info sessions on grants and fellowships:

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) Info Session

Learn more about funding your graduate education with the NSF GRFP! The award includes $34,000 annual stipend and full cost of tuition and fees. Eligible fields include social sciences, STEM and STEM education.

• Tues, June 21 at 5:30 p.m. PDT
• Register here for the info session

Meet a Fellow: Fulbright & Global Fellowships Panel

UW alumni will share their experiences applying for and participating in globally-focused scholarships and fellowships including Fulbright, Boren Awards, Germany Scholarships & More!  Connect with fellows as they share their insights on letters of recommendation, their application experience, and surprising things they learned while abroad.

• Tues, June 28 at 6:00 p.m. PDT
• Join on Zoom for the panel

Berkeley Haas MFE Program for Finance & Data Science

Interested in Grad School for Finance or Data Science?
Berkeley Haas Master of Financial Engineering Program

Students considering a career in finance or data science may be interested in the Berkeley Haas Master of Financial Engineering (MFE) Program. The program reached out to request that we invite our AMath/CFRM majors to sign up on their mailing list. Check out their Program details and Admissions deadlines, as well as their Admissions FAQ.

Virtual Info Sessions will be offered:
June 14 from 4-5pm PT – Register here
July 7 from 10-11am PT – Register here

– Top-Ranked MFE program by QuantNet and TFE Times
– Highly personalized Career Services with strong internship and full-time career outcomes. In fact, our graduates made compensation packages of $176,465 on average for the 2021 class.
– Our dynamic curriculum adapts to the rapidly growing needs of the industry. Professor Christine Parlour researches and teaches decentralized finance (DeFi).
– Students apply their knowledge and skills to win competitions like the Citadel Data Open.

What are Your Reasons for Pursuing Grad School?

“Why Go to Grad School? The Best and Worst Reasons”
in U.S. News on May 27, 2022

What are YOUR reasons for pursuing graduate school?  This article brings up some questions about what your motivation might be, and might help you think about your plans after graduation in a different way.
“When considering whether to attend graduate school, it’s wise to reflect on your reasons for continuing your education and to think critically about whether they justify pursuing an advanced degree.  Unlike college students, who focus primarily on absorbing information that is already available, grad students typically conduct research and contribute to knowledge within their field, says Joy Williamson-Lott, dean of the University of Washington Graduate School.”

Worst reasons: 
– a desire to continue the college experience
– school is where you’re most comfortable
– dissatisfaction with your job prospects
– a guarantee you’ll advance at work

Best reasons:
– commitment to a field where a grad degree is useful
– an interest in scholarly innovation or service
– marketability in your field

Med School Student Panel (Virtual) on 5/25

Join AMSA UW on Wednesday, May 25 from 7-8 pm PT to hear from previous UW undergrads who now attend UW School of Medicine!

Huskies for Life!  This virtual panel is a great opportunity to gain insight into how the current medical students navigated their transitions, their pre-med journeys at UW, and their experiences in med school now.  Prospective med students come from a wide range of educational backgrounds — all majors are welcome!

– RSVP here to save your spot!
– Join by Zoom here (Meeting ID: 985 0741 8752)

Scholarships & Fellowships for Grad School Funding

Need Funding for Grad School?
Meet with an advisor at the UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards…and apply for these opportunities in June:

**Churchill Scholarship:  APPLY BY Tuesday, June 21 for UW nomination!
– Funding for 1 year at Cambridge for those preparing for careers in research
– Provides funding to U.S. students for a year of Master’s study at the University of Cambridge, based at Churchill College. Open to rising seniors and alums who graduated within the last year who are interested in either taking classes or engaging in research at Cambridge in 2023-24.
– Covers all university and college fees, a living allowance, travel allowance, and possibility of additional research funding.
– UW nomination required to apply. Apply for UW nomination to the Churchill Scholarship (and several other similar scholarships supporting UK studies) by June 21! 

**Quad Fellowships:  APPLY BY Thursday, June 30!
– $50,000 in grad school funding for those seeking to become science and technology experts committed to advancing innovation and collaboration in the private, public, and academic sectors
– A new scholarship supporting 100 exceptional U.S., Japanese, Australian, and Indian master’s and doctoral students in STEM fields to study in the U.S.
– One-time award of $50,000 which can be used for tuition, research, fees, books, room and board, and related academic expenses.
– Eligible applicants include those who will receive a bachelor’s degree by at least August 2023 and plan to start grad studies in fall 2023.

Many other scholarships are out now! Robin Chang, Director of the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards, is available to answer questions and meet with students and alumni who are interested in exploring their options!

Email robinc(at)uw.edu or schedule an appointment with a scholarship advisor.

AMath PhD after Undergrad? At University of Exeter – Apply by 5/19

Applied Math PhD at University of Exeter
Deadline to Apply: May 19, 2022

The University of Exeter’s College of Engineering Mathematics and Physical Sciences offers a PhD Studentship: Modelling Instabilities in Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics, Mathematics.
– See the posting for more details!

– Studentship will cover a stipend at the minimum Research Council rate, £16,062 pa, research costs and Home or International tuition fees.
– International applicants: you will have to cover the cost of your student visa, healthcare surcharge and other costs of moving to the UK to do a PhD.

SUM22 Course on Grad School Preparation – GRDSCH200

Are you a junior or senior curious about, or planning to attend graduate school?  In Summer course GRDSCH200: Preparing for Graduate Education (2 cr), juniors and seniors will explore their interest and learn first-hand from faculty and staff involved in graduate admissions how to find a good program fit and how to prepare effective application materials.  The course will be offered each quarter.

GRDSCH200: Preparing for Graduate Education (SLN 11663)
Mondays 1:10-3:20 pm PDT – PACCAR Hall (PCAR), Room 293

The 2-credit  course seeks to engage students in determining the right “fit” for their individual graduate education goals through three primary objectives:
Investigation:  What is your desire to attend graduate school?
– What you need to know about the graduate school experience
Revelation:  What do graduate school admission committees actually expect?
– Demystify the process
– Personal statements, resumes/CVs and letters of recommendation
Preparation:  How does investigation and revelation lead to finding a “good fit,” and how do you chart a course of action?
– Why do you want to go? When do you want to go? Where do you want to go?
– What do you want to do? How can you do it?

Questions? Contact Mariah Corey at mdcorey(at)uw.edu

MS in Computational Epidemiology and Systems Modeling at University of Michigan

Master of Science in Computational Epidemiology and Systems Modeling at the University of Michigan
~ Still Accepting Applications for Fall 2022 ~

2-yr Degree Program | 48 credit hours
The MS in Computational Epidemiology and Systems Modeling program trains students to become highly skilled epidemiologists who can understand and analyze public health problems with mathematical and statistical models. Graduates of the program will be well-prepared for careers in research, academia, data management, industry, and health informatics. 

Prerequisites: Epidemiology is a discipline strongly rooted in the life sciences and quantitative analysis. Applicants should have a strong interest in quantitative science and health; an undergraduate degree in engineering, social, life or applied quantitative sciences, mathematics, statistics or public health; and, ideally, should have taken courses in calculus, linear algebra, statistics and/or programming.

– Program organized around four core areas: epidemiology, mathematical modeling, statistics, and computing/programming.
– Training consists of:
1) Core courses that introduce key concepts in epidemiology, mathematical modeling, statistics, and computing/programming (35 credits)
2) Electives covering topics in computational epidemiology, systems modeling, public health decision-making, and applied statistics (9 credits)
3) Capstone project(s) to be completed during the final two semesters of the MS degree program (4 credits)

UW AMath Alumni faculty at University of Michigan Dept of Epidemiology:
Rafael Meza and Jihyoun Jeon

** Check out Application Requirements, Financial Support options, and HOW TO APPLY today!
1) Statement of Purpose
2) Personal Statement
3) Transcripts
4) English Language Test Scores
5) Letters of Recommendation

QUESTIONS? Contact Nancy Francis, Epidemiology Dept Program Coordinator, at nhellner(at)umich.edu or submit your inquiry

UW AMath & CFRM Campus Grad Programs Deadlines to Apply

Working on your application for Applied Math or CFRM
On-Campus Graduate Programs at UW?
~ Deadlines to Apply are Approaching ~

Check out the different options for Master’s Programs within the UW Department of Applied Mathematics:
– MS in Applied Mathematics (On Campus) – Apply by January 13
– MS in Applied & Computational Mathematics (Online) – Apply by July 1
– MS in Applied & Computational Mathematics (On Campus) – Apply by January 13
– MS in Computational Finance (On Campus) – Apply by February 1
– MS in Computational Finance (Online) – Apply by May 1

– Frequently Asked Questions about our grad programs

Questions? Contact gpa(at)amath.washington.edu for amath programs & compfin(at)uw.edu for cfrm programs

OMSFA Upcoming Workshops & Scholarships Database

The UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships, and Awards (OMSFA) wants to help you find and apply for the scholarships that fit your skills and experiences.
~ Search their DATABASE and set up an advising appointment today.

– WORKSHOPS –

Getting Started on your Scholarship Search:  Wed, January 12 | 5:00 p.m.
Learn about searching for scholarships that fit your interests and goals and bringing your strengths into application materials. How to write for your audience and think like a funder.

Scholarship Searching for 2nd and 3rd year Students:  Wed, January 19 | 4:30 p.m.
Find out what it takes to become a competitive candidate and how to highlight those qualities in an app. Upcoming opportunities and ideas for the future — including funding for graduate school, to go abroad, and more!

Polishing your Application: an Interactive Workshop:  Thu, January 20 | 5:00 p.m.
After working on an application for weeks or months, it can be scary to finally turn it in. Join us for an interactive workshop about the art of feedback, revising and polishing your application, and how to know when you’re done. We’ll go over strategies together and then take 20-30 minutes to meet with peers in small groups and swap feedback on whatever you’re working on right now.

– UPCOMING SCHOLARSHIPS –

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS):  Apply by March 2
Up to $22,500 for tuition, housing, and fees for students studying STEM or healthcare-related fields. Open to first- and second-year students who are WA residents with financial need, regardless of citizenship status.

Mary Gates Leadership and Research Scholarships:  Apply by January 25 (Leadership) or February 1, 2022 (Research)
$5000 awarded over two quarters for students engaged in an ongoing leadership project or academic research at UW. Open to students of all years and citizenship statuses!

Spence Transfer Scholarship:  Apply by February 16
$1,000 to UW Seattle students who recently transferred from a WA state community college. It is open to Washington residents, including those with permanent residency status and undocumented students who completed a WASFA.

– SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES –

Fulbright UK Summer:  Apply by February 21
FREE 3-4 week academic summer programs in the UK. Choose to live and study in Wales, Glasgow, London or Bristol, each with a different thematic focus.

What do Grad Schools Look for in a Personal Statement?

~ A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON WRITING ABOUT YOURSELF
AND FINDING A MENTOR ~

Takeaways from What’s in a Good Personal Statement?

– Tell a story of overcoming obstacles:  Describe a time when your performance didn’t match your desired outcome, followed by how you were able to work hard to overcome the perceived “failure.” This grit and determination will help you persevere through challenges in grad school.
– Describe your motivation:  Share a story of when your curiosity motivated you to seek information and learn more about a topic. This skill will drive your engagement in grad school.
– Highlight research experience:  Emphasize aspects of past projects that were engaging and led you to pursue your chosen field for grad school. If you don’t have formal research experience, explain what you’ve learned from jobs, lab-based projects, and volunteering.
– Give context to grades:  Highlight overcoming a difficult topic that you worked hard to understand, acknowledge consistently high performance in coursework, or show increasing aptitude over time.
– Be authentic:  Write genuinely and with authenticity. Present your approach to work and challenges that may arise in a truthful way.

Takeaways from What Do Grad School Advisors Look For?

** In this sense, “advisors” refers to faculty advisors/mentors/supervisors.  
– Most faculty want to see:  Students who demonstrate determination and ability to take on challenges in (or outside) the field of study; ability to write well and assemble ideas into coherent thoughts.
– Some faculty place importance on:  Strong grades in relevant coursework; student’s work style demonstrated by undergrad research experience or job/life experiences.
– Mention specific faculty/mentors in your personal statement:  After reaching out to and getting responses from potential mentors, ask what traits, abilities, or background they are specifically looking for in their grad students.
– Undergrad research:  Reach out to faculty to inquire about research opportunities while you’re still an undergrad. Any exposure to the field of study (internships, fieldwork) is beneficial, and it helps if you’re able to work with the mentor before applying to grad school!
– Letters of reference:  Strong letters of reference with clear examples of your work or how you overcame a challenge could push your application over the edge into acceptance.

Takeaways from A Retrospective on Grad Applications

– Reach out: to previous mentors, potential mentors, current & past grad students, and grad program advisors. Get different perspectives on grad programs, research, and the application process.
– Highlight non-academic experiences:  As well as education and research experience. Non-traditional pathways are great too!
– Values  and contributions:  Describe how your research interests can contribute to the grad program and how the program’s values align with yours. Grad programs are NOT only looking for one kind of person, and everyone in the program is NOT exactly the same, but explain how this program will help you accomplish your goals and how your contributions will help solve big picture questions.
– Prepare early! Late spring or early summer. Write up a draft personal statement and get others to look over it as soon as possible.

Applied Math Grad School Panel – 11/04 @4pm

Applied Math Diversity Committee Hosts
GRAD SCHOOL PANEL w/Q&A
NOV 4 from 4-5pm

Are you interested in graduate school in applied mathematics?  The Applied Math Diversity Committee is hosting a graduate school panel, an informal Q&A session where you can ask questions or just listen to a discussion about the graduate school experience. The panel will focus on strategies for building a strong application as an undergraduate, the types of research an applied mathematician works on, and what to expect during graduate school.

Who: UW Department of Applied Mathematics
What: Graduate school panel for students interested in pursuing a Master’s degree or Ph.D in the mathematical sciences.
When: Thursday, November 4th, from 4-5 pm
Where: Smith 205

“STEM Grad School 101” Video from UW STEM Disciplines

STEM Grad School 101

Check out this great presentation about grad school in a STEM discipline, with a panel of professors, advisers, and current grad students!
The event was made possible through collaboration by the UW Molecular Engineering & Science Institute, UW Electrical & Computer Engineering Dept, and UW Biomedical Diversity Community.

– Definitions/Jargon
– Distinction between Master’s vs. PhD
– What does a grad student actually do?
– Advocate for yourself
– Overcome impostor syndrome

Graduate Recruitment Fair for MSU Dept of Mathematical Sciences – 10/27 & 10/28

REGISTER for the Dept of Mathematical Sciences at Montana State University in Bozeman Virtual Graduate Recruitment Fair!

Wed, October 27 at 12:00 pm (Pacific Time):
MS, PhD in Statistics
MS in Data Science
Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics

Wed, October 27 at 2:00 pm (Pacific Time): 
PhD in Mathematics with an Emphasis in Mathematics Education

Thu, October 28 at 8:00 am (Pacific Time):
MS, PhD in Mathematics

** Date for full consideration of Fall 2022 Scholarships is January 15, 2022.

~ Register here for the MSU Virtual Graduate School Recruitment Fair, held via WebEx.

Questions? Contact math@montana.edu

SEBA Grad School Prep Virtual Event – 10/26 @6pm

Science & Engineering Business Association (SEBA)
“Start with Intention” Virtual Panelist Event:
Making the Most of My Graduate School Experience

While you might be applying for jobs and internships right now, it’s really never too early or late to think about graduate school!  A panel of scientists from Alexandra Venture Investments, Synthego Corporation, and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center will provide perspectives on how to best maximize the graduate school training period.
*** 50 attendees will be selected for a voucher to get FREE PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS!

~~~ REGISTER HERE ~~~

Free Virtual GEM GRAD (Getting Ready for Advanced Degrees) Event – 10/30

Virtual GEM GRAD Lab

Saturday, October 30 from 8:45 am – 2:00 pm PST
REGISTER HERE

The GEM GRAD (Getting Ready for Advanced Degrees) Lab helps to demystify the process of applying for and identifying funding for graduate degrees in STEM during a highly interactive one-day event.

• Find out what to expect from a STEM graduate program
• Learn how to apply to graduate school
• Discover funding opportunities

FREE TO ATTEND and open to all undergrads considering pursuing a graduate degree in a STEM discipline. URM students are particularly encouraged to attend and learn more about the GEM Fellowship, a graduate funding opportunity for qualified URM candidates.

GEM GRAD Labs are sponsored by the National GEM Consortium which also supports the GEM Fellowship program. GEM’s goal is to increase the participation of underrepresented groups in graduate programs in engineering and science.

Questions? Contact info@gemfellowship.org

Scholarships for Graduate Study Starting 2022-23

Scholarships available for rising seniors and recent alumni — funding graduate studies starting in 2022-23.  UW Seattle current undergrads & bachelor’s alumni may contact:
Emily Smith (emilys42@uw.edu) & Robin Chang (robinc@uw.edu)
Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards (OMSFA)

Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program:
Deadline to apply:  Sept. 22  AND
Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship Program:
Deadline to apply:  Sept. 29
– Both are U.S. Department of State programs administered by Howard University and seek to attract and prepare outstanding young people, who represent ethnic, gender, social, and geographic diversity and have an interest in pursuing a Foreign Service career in the U.S. Department of State.
– Both require US citizenship and a minimum 3.2 GPA
– Both open to students from any fields of study
– Both open to those seeking admission to a two-year, full-time, on-campus, master’s degree program at a U.S.-based graduate institution to begin AUT 2022 in an academic field relevant to the work of the Foreign Service (public policy, international affairs, public administration, business, economics, political science, management science, organizational development/leadership, sociology, or regional studies).
o   View upcoming info sessions & events for the Pickering Fellowship
o   View upcoming info sessions & events for the Rangel Fellowship

Payne International Development Fellowship: 
Deadline during fall quarter

Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford:
Deadline to apply:  Oct. 6
– Supports a community of scholars at Stanford who demonstrate independence of thought, purposeful leadership and a civic mindset.
– Open to students in all fields of study
– Open to all students, regardless of citizenship
– Funding for up to three years for any graduate degree(s) at Stanford to which you are admitted at the time you are selected as a scholar.
o   View upcoming information sessions

Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans:
Deadline to apply:  Oct. 28
– Honors the contributions of continuing generations of immigrants and refugees to the US
– Open to New Americans who are 30 or younger as of the application deadline, and who are planning on starting or continuing an eligible graduate degree program full-time in the US in the 2022-2023 academic year. You may apply to the Fellowship while you are applying to grad school, or after you are already enrolled in graduate school.
– Please see details for who qualifies as a “New American” at https://www.pdsoros.org/apply/eligibility.
– Provides one to two years of support for graduate study in any field. Support includes $25,000 stipend/year and up to 50% of required tuition and fees up to $20,000/year.

How to Contact Potential Advisors in Grad Schools & Tips on 1st Year Survival

~ A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON APPLYING TO & SURVIVING THE FIRST YEAR OF GRAD SCHOOL ~

Graduate students in the MIT-Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program explore the process of searching for an advisor and applying to grad school, as well as the brand new experience of 1st year grad school in a STEM field, in the latest issue of Through the Porthole newsletter.

Takeaways from So You’re Applying to Grad School…
How do you get the big fancy scientist to talk to you about their labs?

– Check out their template that you can use for an email to potential faculty advisors
– Tips:  Be concise.  Check spelling & grammar.  Include your full name, undergrad degree, and institution.  Be polite.  Prove that you understand their research focus and state a particular project you’re interested in.  Include a CV or resume & copy of your  transcript.  Ask if they are taking new students.  Request a virtual meeting.  Be confident!
– What to do if you don’t get a reply:  follow up in 2-3 weeks with a short, polite email reiterating your interest in their research.  Leave out attachments and offer to provide your CV/resume and transcript if they are interested.
– What to do if you do get a reply:  set up a phone/Zoom conversation (remember time zone differences!).  Make notes on why you’re interested in their research, why you’re interested in grad school, and questions.  Read their recent papers if possible.

Takeaways from The First Year of Grad School

– Before selecting an advisor, consider how you work best, and ask current student what the expectations for first years are.  Communicate your research and job interests with a potential advisor ahead of time.  Advisor/research is more important than the name of the school!
– Think of your faculty advisor as your manager:  maintain the same healthy, open dynamic as you would at a regular job.
– Be prepared to learn for a purpose that isn’t a test!
– Time management is key.  The open-ended nature of grad programs means that students must effectively structure their time and determine their own schedule.   Make to-do lists; diagram plans towards concrete goals; and be flexible when things change!
– Build a strong network of peers with supportive relationships.
– Some graduate programs may foster competitive environments between students due to competition for funding.  Other programs may guarantee funding for all, therefore reducing the level of competition in the lab.  You may work better in one environment or the other!
– Manage your expectations.  Every student’s experience is unique, so try not to compare yourself to others.

‘Write for You’ Podcast on Grad School Writing

Yes, this is a blog for our undergrad majors, but we want you to have those grad school resources in your back pocket if/when you decide to pursue graduate school!

“Write for You” Podcast Produced at Odegaard Features UW Grad Student Writers

Odegaard Writing & Research Center have teamed up with UW grad students to produce a podcast on graduate writing, featuring conversations about interdisciplinary writing from writers across programs and stages of writing.  Two grad writers in each episode of the 5-part series share their experiences, strategies, and encouragement.  Listen in as UW writers talk about what works for them and how to work around some of the pitfalls they have encountered.  Check out both seasons to find strategies that are “write for you”!

Two seasons are now available for streaming on Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify!

AUT21 Course on Grad School Preparation – GRDSCH200

Are you a junior or senior curious about, or planning to attend graduate school?  Check out Autumn course GRDSCH200: Preparing for Graduate Education (2 cr).  

Juniors and seniors will explore their interest and learn first-hand from faculty and staff involved in graduate admissions how to find a good program fit and how to prepare effective application materials.  The course will be offered each quarter.

More details here about the Autumn course
GRDSCH200: Preparing for Graduate Education
Fridays 1:30-3:20 pm Pacific Time
SLN 16174

The 2 credit  course seeks to engage students in determining the right “fit” for their individual graduate education goals through three primary objectives:
Investigation:  What is your desire to attend graduate school?
– What you need to know about the graduate school experience
Revelation:  What do graduate school admission committees actually expect?
– Demystify the process
– Personal statements, resumes/CVs and letters of recommendation
Preparation:  How does investigation and revelation lead to finding a “good fit,” and how do you chart a course of action?
– Why do you want to go? When do you want to go? Where do you want to go?
– What do you want to do? How can you do it?

Becoming a Math Alliance Scholar Could Open New Pathways to Grad School

Are you… 1) an undergraduate student from an ethnic group, family, and/or region that has had little prior experience with doctoral study in the mathematical or statistical sciences?
2) interested in pursuing a doctoral degree in a mathematical or statistical science?
3) graduating in Spring or Summer 2022?
4) a U.S. citizen or permanent resident?
Then you could be a good candidate for a Math Alliance Predoctoral Scholar!

** The University of Washington DEPARTMENT OF Applied Mathematics is part of the Math Alliance program. **

BENEFITS to being a Math Alliance Scholar?  For sure!

1) Not only will you have your Predoctoral Mentor, but you will be matched with a mentoring team.  
2) Scholars are eligible for Math Alliance Summer Research Experiences (REUs).
3) Each Fall, Scholars and Mentors are invited to the Field of Dreams Conference, where undergrads are introduced to graduate programs in the mathematical and statistical sciences at Math Alliance schools, and to professional opportunities in these fields.  Students get advice on grad school applications, attend seminars on grad school preparation, and attend career seminars.

TO START THE PROCESS:

Reach out to your AMATH advisers at amathadv-at-uw.edu with your interest, or reach out directly to a Math Alliance Mentor at UW to request their nomination.

A Math Alliance Program —
FACILITATED GRADUATE APPLICATIONS PROCESS (F-GAP)
This Math Alliance program provides undergrad seniors with advice and assistance needed to begin the grad school application process.  F-GAP will help Math Alliance Scholars choose departments that are most appropriate to their goals and aspirations.  The Math Alliance Community will work with students as they prepare their applications and will assist in tracking the progress of their applications through the admissions process, providing a great advantage in maximizing the chances that Scholars will be admitted to a program where they will thrive.

**As of April 2021:  The F-GAP process is starting!  Math Alliance Mentors may nominate undergrad juniors planning to apply to a graduate program in the 2021-22 academic year.  If accepted, each Scholar and Mentor will be matched with a Faculty Facilitator and the team will assist the student as they apply to graduate programs!  Students must:
1) be graduating by Spring or Summer of 2022 with degree in mathematical or statistical science.
2) meet entry requirements for at least one Math Alliance Master’s program or Doctoral program.
3) be a Math Alliance Scholar.  (No problem!  A Mentor can nominate you at the same time as they nominate you for F-GAP.  See how to start the process above!)
4) be in the Math Alliance target group.  See F-GAP list of priorities.

Grad School Prep: Writing A Personal Statement

Preparing your graduate school application, or just starting to consider grad school as an option?

There are oodles of Writing resources available at UW to help provide support in writing and editing your personal statement for grad school apps, but get one-on-one support from these centers:

• Odegaard Writing & Research Center: Easily book a virtual appointment with a peer tutor
• CLUE: Drop-in virtual tutoring or schedule an appointment with a Writing tutor
• Career & Internship Center: Career coaching appointments to discuss applying to grad school & personal statement review
• Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards (OMSFA): Schedule an appointment for review of your personal statement

– Tips for Writing a Personal Statement: “11 insider tips from university staff on writing an enviable personal essay” — read the article for detail about each point!
1) Read the question.
2) Don’t use templates.
3) Craft for the program and program faculty, not the university.
4) Show off.
5) Skip the TTYLs and other informal language.
6) Avoid pat phrases.
7) Pass on the term “passion.”
8) Address deficiencies.
9) Mind word counts.
10) Revise.
11) Get help.

– UW Academic Support Programs Study Skills Workshops “Preparing for the Graduate School Application Process” video and PowerPoint

– Tips for Telling Your Story in Applications & Personal Statements from Academic Support Programs

– Personal Statement Writing Workshops from Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards (check events calendar) and Strategies for Personal Statement Writing

– Preparing for Graduate School from Math Alliance and Statement of Purpose tips

– Planning for Graduate School tips from Career & Internship Center

– GradSchools.com is a graduate school directory where you can research different programs, their requirements, their cost, and opportunities available. Search by subject or location, or to to sections designed specifically for MBA and business programs, international programs, distance and online programs, and a section that helps guide students from under-represented groups.