This strategic guide will give applicants the insider advice on everything from: * Planning for graduate school during college--what courses to take and extracurricular activities to get involved in * Researching the best graduate program for each applicant * Preparing an outstanding application and excelling in the interview * Personalized information for all applicants, including minorities, students with disabilities, older students, and international applicants * Detailed advice on how applicants can finance their graduate degree without going too far into debt after graduation