Graduate Gateway Initiative: USF Exclusive GRE Prep!

Use for: Preparing for Graduate School


Are you planning to attend graduate school? Prepare for success with our exclusive initiative designed to help you master the GRE and take the next step in your academic journey.

USF Offer: Attend 5 or more workshops in the Graduate Gateway Initiative and receive the GRE Preparation Course for just $199 (Regular price: $869)

Limited Availability– This incredible discount is available for the first 100 students who participate in our targeted career development workshops, tailored specifically for future grad students.

What is the benefit of the GRE test prep course?

  • Master proven test-taking strategies, like how to attack different types of problems, utilize the process of elimination, manage your time and avoid common distractions.
  • Ace the analytical writing, verbal and quantitative reasoning concepts tested on the GRE and prepare for typical question types.
  • Sharpen your skills with sample tests that measure your progress.
  • Maintain focus, discipline and accountability with a cohort of your peers.
  • Gain confidence with tips to help reduce test anxiety and keep your head in the game.

Why should I participate in the Graduate Gateway Initiative?

  • Improve your application materials to help strengthen your applications.
  • Acquire essential tools to succeed in graduate school.
  • Build your confidence and feel more prepared.

How to Qualify

1. Attend our series of career development workshops focused on preparing you for graduate school.

2. Participants must complete at least 5 different workshops from the outlined series.

3. Register for the events through the Handshake link provided.

4. Once you’ve completed 5 different workshops, you will be contacted to secure your spot in the discounted GRE review course.


Workshop Sessions

Date/TimeSessionModality
Mon, Sept. 9, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM or
Wed, Oct. 30, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Attending Graduate School: Now, Later, or Never?Virtual
In-person
Tues, Sept. 10, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM or
Thurs, Oct. 24, 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Resume/Cover Letter WritingIn-person
Virtual
Wed, Oct. 2, 2:00 – 3:00 PM or
Wed, Nov. 6, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Completing an Effective Graduate School ApplicationVirtual
Virtual
Mon, Oct. 14, 2:00 – 3:00 PM or
Thurs, Nov. 4, 11:00 PM – 12:00 PM
Writing an Impactful Personal StatementVirtual
Virtual
Tues, Oct. 15, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM or
Mon, Nov. 4, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Networking EssentialsIn-person
Virtual
Wed, Oct. 16, 2:00 – 3:00 PMPaying for Grad SchoolVirtual
Wed, Oct. 16, 1:00 – 2:00 PM or
Thurs, Nov 7, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Creating Your Professional BrandVirtual
Virtual
Wed, Oct. 23, 2:00 – 3:00 PMGraduate Student Forum: Voices from the AcademeIn-person
Mon, Oct. 28, 3:00 – 4:00 PMAsk Anything Grad SchoolVirtual

Strengthen applications + Be better prepared for success + Improve your test scores at a large discount = Win-Win!

Don’t miss out! This is your chance to enhance your graduate school application and GRE scores without stretching your budget.


For any questions, please contact:

Carmen Goldsmith, Ph.D., at cgoldsmith@usf.edu or 813-974-1104


Sponsored by:

Center for Career & Professional Development

Office of University and Community Partnerships 

Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education

Office of Graduate Studies

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