Mlko:What are the basic rules of applying to a US graduate school?
申请赴美读研究生,最基本的规则是什么呢?
Kate:The earlier, the better.
赶早不赶晚.
M:Is the process very complicated?
程序是不是很复杂啊?
K:Yes, the process is arduous, so make up your mind firmly before you begin applying.
是的,这个过程很艰辛,所以在申请之前要做好充分的心理准备.
M:What should be done first?
那么首先应该做什么呢?
K:Read related information about international study. And discuss with your family,teaher and friends.
读一些关于出国留学的信息,并与家人、老师和朋友仔细商量.
M:This work should be done before or after the GRE and TOFEL exams?
这应该在GRE和TOFEL考试之前还是之后呢?
K:Before the exams.
在考试之前。
M:How long does a student need to prepare for the two exams?
在考试之前 般准备这两项考试需要多久呢?
K:He or she needs at least six months to prepare for the two tests, but that also depends on his or her level of English.
至少需要半年吧,不过这也因人而异,每个人的英语水平不一样.
M:OK. what's the next step?
那么.接下来应该做什么呢?
K:Write to the chosen schools to ask for admission and scholarship application forms.
下一步就要给你选择的学校写信,索要入学和奖学金申请表格.
M:What are the necessary application materials?
那必要的申请材料都包括哪些呢?
K:They usually include a personal statement. letters of recommendation official transcripts,CV and resume, study plan, scholarships and copies of your TOFEL and GRE scores.
包括个人陈述、推荐信、官方学生成绩单、个人简历、学习计划、经济能力证明、奖学金的申请材料、GRE和TOFEL成绩的复印件。
M:Ok, got it. Thank you.
好的,我明白了’谢谢您!