Applications
Why Attend an Admissions Event?
November 14, 2024
Calah McQuarters discusses the benefits of attending admissions events and shares three memorable events from before she was a Heller student.
Application is Open for MPP, PhD and MS/GHPM Programs!
September 16, 2024
The application for MPP, PhD and MS/GHPM admissions is officially open! Find more information here about how to apply, what the deadlines are, and how to craft your best application!
Dos and Don'ts for Attending a Virtual Prospective Event
September 14, 2023
With new virtual events for Heller's programs now on the calendar, Amanda Miller shares some tips to make sure you're getting the most out of these events.
Application is Open!
September 05, 2023
The application for this round of admissions is officially open! Find more information here about how to apply, what the deadlines are, and how to craft your best application!
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in the Application Process
January 24, 2023
Calah McQuarters gives some advise on how to overcome imposter syndrome during the application process.
Expect the Unexpected
March 22, 2022
Amanda Miller gives advice on how to prepare for graduate school.
Is the MA in Sustainable International Development Program Right for Me?
August 26, 2021
Amanda Miller gives an overview of Heller's MA in Sustainable International Development program.
Is the MA in Conflict Resolution and Coexistence Program Right for Me?
August 19, 2021
Amanda Miller gives an overview of Heller's MA in Conflict Resolution and Coexistence program.
Is the MS in Global Health Policy and Management Program Right for Me?
August 05, 2021
Amanda Miller gives an overview of Heller's MS in Global Health Policy and Management program.
FAQs for Prospective Students, from Sami
August 03, 2021
Sami Rovins answers some of the most common questions she gets from prospective students.
Is the PhD in Social Policy Right for Me?
July 20, 2021
Amanda Miller gives an overview of Heller's PhD in Social Policy program.
Is the Master of Public Policy Program Right for Me?
June 29, 2021
Amanda Miller gives an overview of Heller's Master of Public Policy program.
Is the Social Impact MBA Program Right for Me?
June 22, 2021
Amanda Miller gives an overview of Heller's Social Impact MBA program.
You Ask, I Answer: When Should I Start Graduate School?
May 25, 2021
Amanda Miller answers a popular question she gets from students.
Preparing for a Virtual Admitted Student Event
March 23, 2021
Have a virtual event coming up? Amanda Miller has some advice for how to prepare for it.
What To Do If You’re Waitlisted
February 23, 2021
Amanda Miller gives some advice to our waitlisted students this year.
What To Do If You’re Denied
February 16, 2021
Amanda Miller gives some advice to any students who were denied this year.
What To Do If You’re Accepted
February 04, 2021
If you've been accepted this year, congratulations! Amanda Miller has some advice for you.
Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Writing Your Statement of Purpose Part II
January 26, 2021
Amanda Miller advises on how to write your best statement of purpose.
Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Letters of Recommendation
January 19, 2021
Amanda Miller gives some advice on how to write your best statement of purpose.
Writing Your Best Statement of Purpose with Sami Rovins
January 12, 2021
Sami Rovins gives her advice for writing your best statement of purpose.
Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Your Resume or CV
December 17, 2020
Amanda Miller shares her advice for how to make your resume or C.V. work for you.
Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Writing Your Statement of Purpose Part One
December 03, 2020
Amanda Miller gives some tips about how to write your best statement of purpose ever.
Interview Tips from One of Our Interviewers
November 19, 2020
Doug Nevins gives you his tips for acing your admissions interview.
What Does “Holistic Review Process” Mean, Anyway?
November 17, 2020
Amanda Miller explains what a holistic review process means.
Common Graduate School Application Mistakes to Avoid
November 03, 2020
Amanda Miller shares some common mistakes students make on their application and how to avoid them.
Put Your Best Foot Forward: Starting the Application Process
October 20, 2020
Amanda Miller shares some tips for how to approach the process of starting your application.
How to Choose the Right Program: Doing Your Research
October 06, 2020
Amanda Miller advises on how to choose the best graduate program for you.
How to Choose the Right Graduate Program: Narrowing Your Search
September 10, 2020
Amanda Miller advises on how to find the best graduate program for you.
Last Chance to Submit Your Application!
July 30, 2020
Amanda Miller reminds any applicants that the deadline for 2020 entry is approaching and shares some last tips.
Five Tips for Finishing your Application
June 02, 2020
Amanda Miller gives some tips for pushing through to finish your graduate school application.
Five Tips to Making Your Decision (Without Visiting Campus!)
May 05, 2020
Amanda Miller provides a guide on how to make an admissions decision when you can't visit campus.