Tis the season for grad school applications! When I remember the process of gathering my application materials, nothing seemed quite as daunting and mysterious to me as the cover letter. What was I supposed to write? Were personal details important or did they just want to know what my career goals were? What about experience I was lacking? I wish I could tell my past self the things that I have learned over the past few years of reviewing applications. Instead, I will share them here in hopes that it can benefit you!
There is a very specific set of information that your cover letter should convey to prospective graduate programs in order for admissions committees to determine whether or not you're a good fit. Like any review committee, this is just one small part of their entire job and they may not spend a great deal of time on your materials. So, you need to make these things crystal clear:
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AuthorBree is an Alaskan Archaeologist originally from Fairbanks. Today, she's an Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of Wyoming. Archives
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