Jessica McCann

Jessica McCann works in research communications at Harvard University as well as a freelance writer and editor. She graduated in 2004 from Northeastern University with a BA in English and a minor in international affairs, and in 2017 with a master’s in English Literature from Harvard University Extension School. Outside of work, Jess is usually doing yoga, running, traveling, or eating ice cream cones on the beach.

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Which Admission Tests Should International Students Take? Planning to attend university in the US? Learn about potential SAT and ACT requirements and English-language proficiency tests you may have to take here.
What Grad School Tests Should You Take (or Not)? Knowing which standardized tests to take for your grad school goals is crucial so you don't waste your valuable time on unnecessary tests. Here's some advice on which ones to take or not!
What Standardized Tests Should You Take (or Not)? Standardized test requirements are drastically changing in the higher education world. Figure out which tests you should be taking or not for your college goals with this advice!
How to Get Financial Aid for College: The Ultimate Guide Getting financial aid to pay for school can make or break your college plans. Here's a comprehensive guide on all the different types of aid available.
10 Overlooked Questions to Ask About Graduate School A graduate program may seem like a great fit on paper, but don't forget to ask these tough but often forgotten questions during your grad school search.
Grad School Search: Solutions for a Low Undergrad GPA Undergrad GPA is an important part of grad school admission. If you're worried about your GPA being low, here's a look at how that can affect your chances.
6 Grad School Networking Tips for New Professionals Networking can be intimidating, but it's necessary to making valuable connections in grad school. If you're not sure where to start, check out this advice!
Finding the Right International Graduate Program for You Looking for a graduate degree with some adventure? Consider applying to programs overseas! Here's some advice on finding the right international grad school.
A Non-Stressful Graduate School Application Timeline Before getting overwhelmed by grad school applications, take a deep breath. These suggestions break the upcoming year into manageable, season-sized chunks.
5 Reasons to Pursue a Continuing Education Program Extension schools offer perks like online options and flexibility, but sometimes they get a bad rap. Here's why you should consider this graduate school path.

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