Perspective from a current student (and Information Mentor) - Learn more about UMSI!

With the early deadline of January 15 behind us, many UMSI applicants have taken the leap and have officially applied to graduate school.  Many are still working hard on their applications, and some are still deciding to apply. 

If you've just applied, you might be wondering, "now what?"  As a current student, I remember being in your shoes and anxiously checking my email and Wolverine Access account DAILY, even hourly, in hopes of receiving the good news. So, here's some advice on how to "survive" the (what seems like forever) waiting game, whether you have already applied or plan to do so.  

These are also great ways to continue to learn more about UMSI if you're still deciding to apply. 

Join the Facebook page for prospective students, which is a great source for networking with other prospective students, current students, and staff. The Facebook page is also a perfect source for answering any of your questions regarding the application process, funding/ scholarships/ employment, housing, etc., so check it out! 

• Facebook Page for Prospective Students 

Speaking of funding... now is a great time to review all of your options, including loans (filling out the FAFSA if you are a domestic student), scholarships, part-time work opportunities, graduate student instructor and research assistantships, and more! Here are several links to review while you wait:

• Funding Your Degree
• Scholarships
• Diversity Scholarships
• Assistantships
• Funding for International Students
• Student Employment
• U-M and Federal Funding Resources

If you do receive your admissions letter (e-mail), you'll then be able to register for MSI Visiting Days, which is an admissions information event for admitted students that occurs March 22 - 24, 2014 on the University of Michigan campus. This event will give you an opportunity to learn more about the program and all its components from faculty, staff, current students, and alumni. It's a great way to network, ask questions, learn more about Ann Arbor, housing, and begin your search for employment and funding. 

If you haven't yet applied and are still considering the program, or you won't be able to attend MSI Visiting Days during March, you can still schedule a visit to the School of Information. During this visit, you can meet with an admissions representative, talk to a current student, tour North Quad, and even sit in on a class. Send an email to umsi.admissions@umich.edu if interested. 

Finally, don't forget to breathe! While you may be anxiously awaiting the news, or making that tough decision to apply, it is important to remember that the admissions team is here to help.  UMSI processes applications on a rolling basis. As you're following Facebook, you might see other prospective students receive their admissions letter before you, and that's okay! Admissions will process applications throughout the winter term and into the spring. 

Good luck!

Alexis Peregoy

Information Mentor

MSI Candidate, 2014

UMSI