本文内容源自ChaseFuture.com公开课的第7讲视频。

The Basic Process by Which Admission Officers Valuate Applicants.

1. Grades and Test Scores. (Filter out academic losers)
2. CV (only get 30 seconds), Personal Statement (many officers get bored in the 1st paragraph), Recommendation Letters.
3. Interview.

Great Challenges Facing International Applicants and How can you stand out.

1. 30s CV scanning.
   Demonstrate you passion (commitment and contributions/ quantify your impact).
2. PS first paragraph.
   Be remarkable, memorable, thought-provoking, creative, daring.
   Example: As I stood at the top of mountain Kilimanjaro, the highest point of Africa, looking out across the great plains of Tanzania, I smiled on a summer well-spent.
3. Strong recommendation.
   Develop a relationship with an even junior professor who can speak to your character, work ethic, contributions, passion, aims and aspirations.