How to Prepare for the GRE: Test Prep Resources

The GRE includes three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. The exam takes about two hours total to complete.

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The difficulty of the three …

By Brenda Fabian
Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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How to Prepare for the GMAT: Test Prep Resources

When you make the commitment to pursue graduate school, give yourself plenty of time to prepare for the exam. Some graduate schools require the GMAT, others prefer the GRE, and some programs accept either exam. Reviewing the admissions criteria for …

By Brenda Fabian
Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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Questions to Ask the Interviewer

At the end of most interviews, candidates are typically given an opportunity to ask questions. This is your moment to differentiate yourself as a candidate, so be prepared. Asking thoughtful questions demonstrates your interest in the role, your engagement in …

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Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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What to Look for in a Resume as a New Hiring Manager

Whether your company uses AI or not, searching resumes for key words and phrases reduces the amount of time you spend on each applicant.

If your company is using AI, choose the keywords and phrases you want to require in …

By Brenda Fabian
Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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Networking for Beginners!

As business students, we all hear the word “networking” so often, but what does it mean? How can you get started? How can it be fun? I had these same questions when I first started networking with Penn State alumni …

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Sachin Sashti Student, Career Services Intern
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How to Get the Best Graduate School Recommendations 

You will be measured on the overall “strength” of your admission application which includes your letters of recommendation. The extent to which your letters of recommendation are prioritized by the admissions committee varies by program. Whether you need two or …

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Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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Making the Most of Your Summer Break by Learning a New Language

As summer approaches, many students and recent graduates may feel the pressure to secure internships. However, there are alternative paths to personal and professional growth. Taking the reins of your learning and development during summer break can be an empowering …

By Beatrice Ke
Beatrice Ke Career Service Intern
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How to Prepare a Graduate Business School Application Checklist

Every university and program is unique, just like every graduate student. In addition to the checklist below, some programs may require supplemental materials such as work or project samples, a portfolio, or English Proficiency Test Results (for international students).

Many …

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Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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Graduate School Rankings Matter and Here’s Why

When was the last time you were excited to stay at a two-star hotel or eat at a restaurant with only one star? There is an innate reason why you were not interested in lower-ranked establishments.

It is in our …

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Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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Use the Value Bridge to Ace Your Interviews

The internship and job search process is time-consuming and competitive. The Value Bridge is a tool that offers candidates a framework to quickly and systematically organize their company research to their unique talents and skills based on the needs of …

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Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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