2025 Grad School Q&A (Live Replay) | PhD + Master’s Admissions Strategy You Need Now

This is the full replay of my LIVE Q&A on 2025–2026 grad school admissions. If you're applying to PhD or Master’s programs this year, you need to hear this. We covered what’s changing, what’s risky, and how to build an application that stands out — even if you don’t have perfect grades, research experience, or visa certainty. ✅ Covered in this Q&A: ✅ What 2025 applicants need to know about grad school funding cuts ✅ Should international students still apply with all the new visa issues? ✅ How to stand out if you don’t have perfect grades or research experience ✅ Is the GRE still optional — and does it matter? ✅ How to apply to grad school in 2026 without falling behind ✅ What to do now if you’re feeling overwhelmed or lost ✅ Common mistakes in SOPs and CVs (and how to avoid them) ✅ Is the U.S. still worth it — or should you look at Canada/Europe instead? ✅ How to build a smart, realistic school list this year ✅ How this application cycle is different — and what it means for your chances 🧠 Need more support — but not ready for one-on-one help yet? I created the Grad School Prep Community for exactly that reason. It’s a private hub packed with timelines, strategy videos, AMA threads, and monthly live sessions — designed for people who are serious about applying, but can’t afford (or don’t need) premium consulting just yet. 💥 Founding member rate is live now →   / admitlab   🌍 There’s also a discounted tier for applicants in emerging economies — because real guidance shouldn’t only be for the wealthy. 💬 Got questions this video didn’t answer? Drop them in the comments or come ask inside the community. I’d love to help. #GradSchool2025 #PhDAdmissions #MastersApplications #GradSchoolQandA #VisaDelays #FundingCuts #GREOptional #StatementOfPurpose #LowGPAGradSchool #StudyInTheUS ******************* You’ve got two great ways to move forward — depending on how much support you need: 1️⃣ Work with me 1:1 — full support or feedback on your SOP, CV, or entire application I only take on a limited number of clients each season — book a free strategy call to see if we’re a fit: → https://admit-lab.com/free-admissions... 2️⃣ Join the Grad Prep Community — for step-by-step strategy at your own pace Get exclusive guides, real SOP and CV examples, monthly AMA threads, and private chat access for ongoing support: →   / admitlab   About Me I’m Philippe, founder of Admit Lab and former admissions committee insider. I’ve helped hundreds of applicants get into top PhD, master’s, and fellowship programs — and taught them how to navigate grad school with clarity, confidence, and purpose. 🧠 Free Tools – PhD Application Timeline → https://admit-lab.com/phd-application... – Resume Guide for Master’s Applicants → https://admit-lab.com/the-ultimate-gr... 🔔 Subscribe for weekly no-fluff advice on: – Writing standout SOPs – Interview + funding strategy – Avoiding application pitfalls – Thriving in grad school — not just getting in