How to Get Into Graduate School (Ft. Jake Voorhees)

In this video, Jake Voorhees discusses the paths to getting into grad school, focusing on both traditional and alternative methods. He emphasizes the importance of good grades, GRE scores, and undergraduate research for the traditional path. For the alternative path, he highlights the significance of building strong relationships with professors, which can lead to opportunities even with less-than-ideal academic credentials. Jake shares his personal experience of getting into grad school during a recession by leveraging his network. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content and consider subscribing.

What is the main focus of Jake Voorhees' video on the Major Prep YouTube channel?

• How to become a successful engineer

• How to get into grad school

• How to improve your GRE scores

• How to find a job during a recession

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a requirement for the traditional path to grad school?

• Good grades

• Work experience in a related field

• Undergraduate research

• High GRE scores

According to Jake, what is a key factor in distinguishing yourself from other students when applying to grad school?

• Having a unique hobby

• Writing a personal blog

• Participating in undergraduate research

• Living in a different country

How did Jake manage to get into grad school despite not having the best grades or GRE scores?

• He wrote an exceptional personal statement

• He applied to less competitive programs

• He had strong relationships with his professors

• He had extensive work experience

What role do professors play in helping students get into grad school, according to Jake?

• They write personal statements for students

• They provide financial aid

• They offer GRE preparation classes

• They can recommend students to their network

What is one of the benefits Jake mentions about having a good relationship with professors?

• Opportunities for paid research assistantships

• Free GRE preparation materials

• Discounts on tuition fees

• Access to exclusive job listings

What is Jake's biggest piece of advice for students considering grad school?

• Apply to as many schools as possible

• Build strong relationships with professors

• Focus solely on getting high grades

• Start preparing for the GRE early