Planning for Graduate School

The choice to pursue a graduate degree is an important decision. Depending on your career plans, it can help you reach a career goal that will require additional education beyond a bachelor’s degree. A graduate degree can help with earning potential, advancement, competitiveness, and entry into specialized professions. Explore resources to help you below.

Articulate

What could you spend hours researching? In graduate school you’ll need to have a specific topic you’re passionate about exploring further.

Discern

Why do you want to go to graduate school and how will it help you in the future? Answering these questions will help you decide if it’s right for you.

Navigate

Applying to graduate school is not the same as applying to a job. Learn how to create a CV, write a personal statement, and more.

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Graduate School Excel Sheet – Plan & Organize!

Download this Excell sheet to help keep all your graduate school and program information organized!

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Faculty for the Future Program

Faculty for the Future is a fellowship opportunity for female international students planning on attending a PhD program in STEM.

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