- After primary applications are processed, verified, and received by schools, applicants may receive secondary applications directly from the schools to which they applied to.
- Usually requires additional essays and fees but may also include specific letters of recommendation
- Provides more information for admission committees to know about the applicant before sending interview invitations
- Further demonstrates their commitment to the schools to which you applied
- The applicant can their ability follow instructions and answer questions
Planning
- Secondary application fees can cost $0-150 to submit
- Can contact schools to request fee assistance/waivers
- Keep a Secondary Application Tracker with these following columns
- School name
- Secondary received: Y/N
- Fee paid: Y/N
- Submission method: online, mail, fax, etc.
- Essay topics/questions
- Date submitted
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