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The Psychology Graduate Applicant's Portal (www.psychgrad.org)
C Burgess1, P Conley, C Decker
1Psychology Department, 1419 Life Science Bldg., University of California, Riverside, CA 92521-0426, USA. curt@citrus.ucr.edu
Behavior Research Methods, Instruments, & Computers : a Journal of the Psychonomic Society, Inc
|July 13, 2001
Summary
Navigating psychology graduate school applications is challenging. PsychGrad.org offers a centralized web portal with resources, advice, and community support to simplify the application process for prospective students.
Area of Science:
- Psychology Graduate Admissions
- Educational Technology
- Academic Support
Background:
- Applying to psychology graduate programs presents numerous challenges for prospective students.
- Information for applicants is dispersed, making it difficult to find comprehensive guidance.
- Existing resources may not adequately address the specific needs of psychology graduate school applicants.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an accessible online clearinghouse for psychology graduate school application information.
- To consolidate resources, advice, and community interaction for applicants.
- To create a user-friendly platform named the Psychology Graduate Applicant's Portal (PsychGrad.org).
Main Methods:
- Creation of a dedicated website (PsychGrad.org).
- Curating targeted links to external resources.
- Developing unique content such as advice and polls.
- Implementing a message board for user interaction.
Main Results:
- PsychGrad.org provides a centralized hub for psychology graduate school application resources.
- The portal includes curated links, book recommendations, and unique advice.
- Features like polls and a message board facilitate information exchange and applicant engagement.
Conclusions:
- The Psychology Graduate Applicant's Portal (PsychGrad.org) effectively addresses the need for centralized information for psychology graduate school applicants.
- The platform aims to reduce the complexity and stress associated with the application process.
- PsychGrad.org serves as a valuable tool for prospective psychology graduate students seeking guidance and support.