Admitted Students

A Letter to My Past Self: Danielle's First Day of Heller Edition

April 16, 2024

Danielle Lund writes a letter to her past self on her first day of Heller and shares what she wished she had known then.

Hello Heller! Danielle Lund's Acceptance Story

February 27, 2024

Introducing our newest Heller blog writer, Danielle Lund, MA in Sustainable International Development/MA in Conflict Resolution and Coexistence'24! In her first post, Danielle tells the story of receiving her acceptance for Heller.

Hannah Watson's Letter to My Future Self (to read upon graduation)

September 26, 2023

Hannah Watson shares what she hopes she'll have accomplished by the time she graduates in her "Letter to My Future Self".

Neighborhood Profile: Jamaica Plain

June 18, 2023

Amanda Miller profiles a popular neighborhood for Heller students to live in.

I’m Admitted, Now What?: Preparing for Your Visa Interview

May 30, 2023

Amanda Miller updates her previous post on how to best prepare for your visa interview.

Neighborhood Profile: Somerville

May 25, 2023

Amanda Miller profiles a popular neighborhood for Heller students to live in.

Neighborhood Profile: Waltham

May 16, 2023

Amanda Miller profiles a popular neighborhood for Heller students to live in.

Heller Hacks: Pro Tips from the Inside (BCC Community Therapy)

March 28, 2023

Amanda Miller shares some added benefits that Heller students have access to.

Heller Hacks: Pro Tips from the Inside (Heller Enrichment Funds)

March 16, 2023

Amanda Miller shares some added benefits of being a Heller student that you may not be aware of.

Plan for an Admitted Student Day

February 23, 2023

Amanda Miller shares some tips on why you should plan to attend an admitted student day.

How to Tell if Heller Might NOT be for You

January 31, 2023

Amanda Miller takes a different approach and tells you some signs that Heller might not be the best fit for you.

The Waiting Game

January 19, 2023

Amanda Miller gives some tips for how to weather the uncertainty of getting a waitlist decision.

Hello Heller! Brielle Ruscitti’s Acceptance Story

September 29, 2022

Brielle Ruscitti tells the story of receiving her acceptance for Heller.

Guide to Resources for Incoming International Students

July 05, 2022

Amanda Miller shares campus resources for incoming international students.

Moving to Boston? Put These On Your To-Do List

June 07, 2022

Amanda Miller gives some recommendations for places to visit in the Waltham and Boston area!

An Open Letter to Accepted Students

April 12, 2022

Hannah Plumb writes a letter to newly accepted Heller students.

I’m Admitted, Now What?: A Guide for International Students (Part II)

April 06, 2021

Amanda Miller shares more tips for newly admitted international students.

Preparing for a Virtual Admitted Student Event

March 23, 2021

Have a virtual event coming up? Amanda Miller has some advice for how to prepare for it.

I’m Admitted, Now What?: A Guide for International Students

March 09, 2021

Amanda Miller talks next steps for admitted international students.

What To Do If You’re Accepted

February 04, 2021

If you've been accepted this year, congratulations! Amanda Miller has some advice for you.

How to Get Ready for Grad School in Less Than an Hour a Day: A Guide by Andrea Tyree

February 02, 2021

Andrea Tyree gives newly admitted students tips on how to ease their transition into graduate school.

Get ready for Orientation with Sami Rovins

August 20, 2020

Sami Rovins gives some advice for getting ready for Orientation.

I’m Admitted, Now What?: Housing Part 2

June 25, 2020

Amanda Miller gives more advise on how to find housing and avoid housing scams.

I’m Admitted, Now What?: Housing Part 1

May 21, 2020

Amanda Miller gives some tips for how to find housing as a Heller graduate student.

I’m Admitted, Now What?: Financial Aid

May 12, 2020

Amanda Miller shares some tips about how to compare financial aid packages.

I’m Admitted, Now What?: Choosing the Right Program

April 30, 2020

Amanda Miller shares some secrets to narrowing down which program to choose after you've been admitted.