Frequently Asked Questions
Most Asked Questions:
- Are GRE scores required? Yes, and they must be taken within
the past 5 years.
- What is the average GRE score for accepted applicants? That
information has not been compiled. Mid level GRE scores alone would not exclude
you from the applicant pool or from acceptance into the program. We take all
application materials into consideration as a package. Generally, accepted
students have a strong statement of purpose, good letters of reference from
professionals who can speak to their level of maturity and competence, GPA
from all undergraduate or graduate study that shows you could be successful
in graduate school, and your successful participation with faculty, staff,
students and other applicants at the invited group interview. If you do not
test well and/or are concerned that your GRE scores do not accurately reflect
your ability, please make a note of that in your statement of purpose. There
are fellowship opportunities that are merit based and those require very high
GPA and GRE scores.
- What does the on-campus interview entail? Interviews are
by invitation only. Students are invited to a group interview only after their
applications have been reviewed. We have two interview dates and interview
applicants in a group setting with one or more faculty members, staff and
current graduate students. During that process we get to know a bit about
each other, talk about the program and expectations, applicants are asked
a spontaneous question (same question for everyone) and they have a few minutes
to think about it before responding to the group. At the end of the interview,
faculty and staff leave and we invite current students in to talk with you
about any questions you might want to ask from a student's perspective. The
interviews last from 8 am to Noon.
- Are tours available? Yes, you may request a tour before
or after the interview. If you are interested in an tour, please contact Luke Lewis (802-656-0746) a week or two in advance so he can set
that up.
- Is it possible to meet with other students in the program?
Yes, again please contact Luke Lewis to set that up.
- My I visit a class while I'm in town? Sure. Contact either
Luke Lewis (802-656-0746)
or the individual
instructors for the course you'd like to attend.
What airlines fly
in and out of Burlington?
We have several major airlines: JetBlue, Delta, USAir, Continental, Northwest and United.
http://www.vermontairports.com/
or UVM site.
Where is a good
place to stay?
The major hotels have an airport shuttle. Some of the closest ones are listed here:
http://www.discoverourtown.com/TownPage.php?Town=2319
Housing
Relocation
Is there public
transportation?
The Chittenden County Transit Authority is the public bus system for Burlington and the surrounding area.
http://www.cctaride.org
How do I get to
UVM and Mann Hall?
Burlington Area Map, Mann Hall/UVM,
Online tour of UVM
What is Burlington
like?
Directions to Burlington,
VT
City of Burlington
Burlington, Vermont
Weather
Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce
Higher Ground (music)
Flynn Center for the Performing Arts
Burlington Haze Cam
Vermont City Marathon
Fletcher Allen Health Care (hospital)
Burlington Eateries, etc.
Burlington Bike Paths
Church Street Marketplace (downtown Burlington)
Burlington Events
What to see.
Burlington Shops
Vermont and Campus Maps
Where do I park on campus?
Contact Parking and Transportation, 802-656-8686, for visitor parking options
or to purchase a zone two (purple for Mann Hall) permit for your appointment.
UVM Directions and Maps are here: http://www.uvm.edu/map/
There are several metered spaces in front of Mann Hall and behind Delehanty
Hall. However, they are frequently filled.
Is there a place to eat near Mann Hall?
The Trinity Campus Cafe "Delehanty
Deck" is located in Delehanty Hall, right behind Mann Hall. The cafe
is open daily, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am to 7:00 pm and 10:00 am to
7:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday during the regular semester.
Is there a place near by to get cash?
There is an ATM machine inside the Trinity Cafe space.
What if I would like to speak with a current student?
Contact Luke Lewis
and he'll be happy to find students who have similar interests to speak with
you.
What if I would like to meet with a particular faculty member in the program?
Faculty contact information is on our web page: http://www.uvm.edu/~cslgprog/?Page=facultystaff.html
Who do I contact if I would like a campus tour?
Contact Luke Lewis .
Other information about UVM: http://www.uvm.edu/about_uvm/
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