Applicant Identity

Academic Foundation

Intended Graduate Direction

Intended Next Degree Level (Select one)
Master’s (Coursework)
Master’s (Research)
MBA
PhD
Postdoctoral
Undecided between Master’s / PhD
How clearly defined is your specialization?
Very clearly defined and research-ready
Defined but refining
Broad thematic direction
Exploring possibilities
Primary Long-Term Goal
Academic / Research Career
Industry Leadership
Policy / Public Sector
Entrepreneurship
Career Transition
Undecided

Research & Intellectual Depth

Have you identified potential supervisors (if applicable)?
Yes
No
Not applicable
Have you articulated a research question or focus area?
Yes – clearly defined
Yes – broadly
Not yet

Professional Signal

Leadership or Impact Indicators
Managed teams
Led major project
Startup / venture
Policy / institutional contribution
Industry award
None of the above

Global Alignment

Intended Regions
USA
UK
Canada
Europe (Non-UK)
Australia
Asia
Undecided
Have you taken required standardized tests?
GRE
GMAT
IELTS
TOEFL
Not yet

Trajectory Integrity

Is your intended graduate field aligned with your previous degree?
Yes – strongly aligned
Yes – partially aligned
No – significant shift
Unsure
If shifting fields, reason for shift:
Career reorientation
Market opportunity
Academic interest evolved
External influence
Dissatisfaction with previous field
If admitted to multiple programs, your selection criteria would prioritize:
Institutional ranking
Supervisor fit
Funding
Geography
Career placement
Research facilities
Prestige

Mobility & Contribution

Do you intend to return to your home country long-term?
Yes
No
Undecided
Prefer hybrid engagement
Would you be open to structured reintegration pathways post-degree?
Yes
Possibly
No

Engagement Readiness

When would you like to complete Atlas Interactive™ mapping?
Within 2 weeks
Within 1 month
Within 3 months
Exploring options
Are you open to revising your specialization if misalignment is identified?
Yes
Possibly
No

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Final Acknowledgment
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