About applying

[prospectiveanthro]

Dear all,

 

I'm considering applying to a MA program in Europe (where I'm originally from) and was wondering if the recruitment committee will actually verify my most recent credentials, that is, the universities that I previously attended?

I'm asking you this because I had quite a bad experience (academically and not academically) at my previous university - which is overseas - as a visiting student. I am concerned that if I mention the name of the institution and they do verify it, it is likely that the feedback might not be that great. I could explain why, but I don't know if that could make a difference in these circumstances.

 

Thank you for your advice!

Edited March 5, 2014 by prospectiveanthro

[bsharpe269]

If anything, they may confirm that grades etc are correct. I do not think they will contact the school for recommendation information since you will send letters of recommendations in your application.

[prospectiveanthro]

Thanks, bsharpe!

 

Although, this european school does not ask for letters of recommendation in the application--it is quite common in Europe.

[bearzx]

You may send your transcript of that overseas university, and I think that will be all the adcom will check.