Recruiter Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Grad Expo unique from other graduate school fairs?
Why is the Big Ten+ Graduate School Expo invitation only? How can I receive an invitation?
If I don’t receive an invitation, is there any way I can still participate in the Expo?
What universities attended last year's event?
What types of students can I expect to meet at the Grad Expo?
How many students attended last year?
How many Purdue students attend the Grad Expo?
What is the difference between the Big Ten+ Grad School Expo and the Purdue Graduate and Professional School Fair that is held in early November?
What is the difference between the Standard Registration and Premium Registration fees for the Graduate School Fair?
What is the roundtable lunch and why should I participate?
I registered to attend the Grad Expo's Graduate School Fair, but have not received a confirmation of registration. Am I registered?
Can I ship my display and materials to Purdue?
Will a pickup be arranged at the conclusion of the Graduate School Fair, so I can ship my display and materials back to my institution?
I have additional questions about the Grad Expo that are not answered here. Who can I contact?
What recruitment opportunities exist at the Big Ten+ Grad School Expo (Grad Expo)?
The Big Ten+ Grad School Expo (Grad Expo) offers graduate student recruiters the opportunity to meet with prospective students from across the nation at the Graduate School Fair component of the event. If you select the Premium Registration option when you register, you will receive contact information for all students in attendance and may participate in the roundtable lunch with attending students. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss your program and/or institution in an informal environment
Return to TopWhat makes the Grad Expo unique from other graduate school fairs?
The Grad Expo is a unique opportunity to specifically target potential graduate students interested in fields related to Engineering, Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Science, and Technology. By providing travel scholarships to highly talented individuals interested in graduate study, the Grad Expo consistently attracts high quality students from across the nation.
If you select the Premium Registration option on the Grad Expo registration form, you will help support more travel scholarships for student participants and in return will receive contact information for all students in attendance, allowing you to reach even more talented students. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in the roundtable lunch with attending students.
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Due to space constraints and the popularity of the event, it has become necessary to make the Grad Expo an “invitation only” event. Priority is being given to Big Ten universities and Purdue's strategic peers. If you do not receive an invitation, we encourage you to join our mailing list and we will notify you if space becomes available. Please note that you do not need an invitation to participate in our advertising or sponsorship opportunities.
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You do not need an invitation to advertise in the event program or on the event Web site. You also do not need an invitation to become a sponsor.
Return to TopWhat universities attended last year?
A list of institutions that attended last year's Grad School Expo is available online.
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You can expect to meet highly talented potential graduate students from across the nation, as well as Purdue, that are interested in Engineering, Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Science, Technology, or related fields. The average attendee's GPA has consistently been greater than 3.5/4.0. In addition, the majority of attendees possess research experience.
In 2008, students from 37 different states and 115 institutions attended the event. Review a complete list of participating students' home institutions. Students from a variety of institutions and organizations are invited to attend the Grad Expo, including McNair Scholars, LSAMP program participants, honors students, summer research program participants, and many more.
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Attendance at the 2008 Grad School Expo increased over previous years with over 400 students attending the event. As a result, we expect between 300 and 400 students at the 2009 Grad Expo.
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Almost 40% of student attendees are typically from Purdue University.
Return to TopWhat is the difference between the Big Ten+ Grad School Expo and the Purdue Graduate and Professional School Fair that is held in early November?
The primary differences are that the Graduate School Expo is specifically for potential graduate students interested in Engineering, Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Science, Technology, or related fields. It attracts students from across the nation, and offers a series of workshops for attendees to learn about graduate education, such as how to apply, how to fund their graduate study, etc.
The Graduate and Professional School Fair, on the other hand, is specifically for Purdue students interested in pursuing a graduate or professional degree in any field of study.
Return to TopWhat is the difference between the Standard Registration and Premium Registration fees for the Grad Expo's Graduate School Fair?
The Standard Registration fee includes:
- lunch for two representatives,
- refreshments throughout the Graduate School Fair,
- one parking permit,
- one 3'x6' table,
- electricity, and
- a wireless Internet connection.
Premium Registration includes:
- roundtable lunch for two representatives to discuss your program and/or institution with student participants,
- opportunity to submit a workshop proposal for attending students,
- contact information for all students in attendance,
- your logo hyperlinked to your Web page on the Grad Expo Web site and placement in all fair handouts to students,
- refreshments throughout the Graduate School Fair,
- one parking permit,
- one 3'x6' table,
- electricity, and
- a wireless Internet connection .
What is the roundtable lunch and why should I participate?
The roundtable lunch is your opportunity to tell potential graduate students about your institution, its graduate department(s), and/or graduate program(s) in an informal setting. This is an excellent opportunity to interact with potential graduate students on a one-to-one basis. Premium registrants will be given a table during lunch, and Grad Expo student attendees will be directed to sit with those institutions and/or programs which are of interest to them.
Return to TopI registered to attend the Grad Expo's Graduate School Fair, but have not received a confirmation of registration. Am I registered?
You should receive a confirmation letter by postal mail once your registration form has been received and processed; however, adequate time must be allowed for the letter to reach you by mail.
If you sent in your registration form more than two weeks ago and have not received a confirmation letter from the Office of Continuing Education and Conferences, please contact Ms. Lisa Peters in the Conference Division at lkpeters@purdue.edu or 765-494-2752.
Return to TopCan I ship my display and materials to Purdue?
Displays and related supplies may be shipped prior to the Grad Expo to:
Ms. Kathy Walters
Purdue University
Conference Division
Stewart Center
128 Memorial Mall
West Lafayette , IN 47907-1126
Attn: Big Ten+ Graduate School Expo
Will a pickup be arranged at the conclusion of the Graduate School Fair, so I can ship my display and materials back to my institution?
Yes. FedEx is our shipment provider. Instructions will be provided at the Graduate School Fair about where to place your items for pick up. Please be sure to bring a completed FedEx shipping label for each item you wish to ship. The shipping label must include your institution's FedEx account number. Unfortunately, extra mailing labels will not be available at the Graduate School Fair, so be sure to bring enough with you.
I have additional questions about the Grad Expo that are not answered here. Who can I contact?
Please email gradexpo@purdue.edu or call 765-496-3310 for further questions and assistance.
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