The Virtual Advisor - 9781412964197

Are you considering graduate school? Trying to sort out the differences between particular degrees or areas of specialization? Looking to maximize the chances of getting into your top programs? Would you like unlimited access to a personal advisor who can guide you step-by-step through the process of preparing for and applying to graduate school? The Virtual Advisor can help. The Virtual Advisor gives an inside perspective on the graduate admissions process through a series of online modules, videos, interactive assessments and companion readings that lead you step-by-step through the process of finding and applying to graduate programs in psychology. 

For your convenience, the program is offered in two easy-to-purchase formats: 1) Online modules and printed booklet containing insert with pass code and URL access information and 2) A fully online version with PDF file and URL access information. Please note, customers selecting the fully online version will be contacted by a customer service representative within one business day to receive their pass code and access URL.

Key Features

• Provides online modules, presentations, and videos, all at your fingertips. And downloadable for podcasting, too!
• Takes a personal approach and provides in-depth coverage of a wide range of graduate school considerations
• Contains interactive online quizzes, assessments, exercises and links that help you learn where you stand and clarify how best to proceed from there
• Offers an “insider's” perspective on the graduate preparation and application process with tips from graduate students who have successfully completed it
• Shows real, live graduate school interviews and provides a 10-point performance check for evaluating them
• Presents a detailed guide to crafting your vita, drafting your goal statement, and securing outstanding letters of recommendation

Intended Audience

There is only one Virtual Advisor. And it's ideal for anyone interested in applying to masters or doctoral programs in any area of psychology. Whether you are just now considering graduate study in psychology, or on the brink of applying to graduate schools at this time, The Virtual Advisor can help you undertake the graduate school admissions process with ease and confidence.