My Ultimate Guide to PhD Applications

A step-by-step roadmap to crafting a standout PhD application.

For those applying this fall, don't wait until it's too late to find out what committees are looking for...

This 46-page PDF guide condenses what most applicants spend months trying to piece together from word of mouth, outdated university pages, and scattered Reddit threads.

Instead of guessing what admissions committees are really looking for, you'll get a clear breakdown of each section in a successful application and how committees actually evaluate candidates.

Take it from someone who has gone through the application cycle herself, hoping to give you the clarity I wish I had earlier.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

• Understand how admissions committees actually make decisions
• Craft a compelling Statement of Purpose (SOP) with components that admissions committees look for, with a breakdown of each individual section and my example SOP as a guide
• Navigate asking recommenders for letters of recommendation, and the best practices to ask for a letter - with my email template!
• Communicate your research background with clarity and depth, tailored to the specific requirements of each program
• Avoid common mistakes that applicants often make
• Position yourself as an attractive candidate in each section of your application
• Use inside tips that worked for me!

Bonus materials include: an Application Checklist template to help keep all your programs organized, example SOP and CV/resume that worked for me, and an email template when asking for letters of recommendation.

This guide is perfect for you if:

• You're applying to US-based PhD programs and want to submit a strong application
• You want to stand out in the application cycle
• You are looking for guidance, clarity and inside tips from someone who has gone through this before!