This article was co-authored by Alexander Ruiz, M.Ed.. Alexander Ruiz is an Educational Consultant and the Educational Director of Link Educational Institute, a tutoring business based in Claremont, California that provides customizable educational plans, subject and test prep tutoring, and college application consulting. With over a decade and a half of experience in the education industry, Alexander coaches students to increase their self-awareness and emotional intelligence while achieving skills and the goal of achieving skills and higher education. He holds a BA in Psychology from Florida International University and an MA in Education from Georgia Southern University.
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When applying for grad school, it is important to contact potential professors before applying. This will help you get detailed information about the program and will help you get on the radar of professors you want to work closely with. This contact should start with a clear and concise email. This email should illustrate your sincere interest in the program, your general qualifications, and why you want to work with the professor. Contacting the professor in this manner can help you start your graduate education off in the right way.