Apply to Graduate School
Applying to graduate school during your senior year in college, or sometime thereafter, is a significant undertaking that will require a serious commitment of time and a particular attention to organization. Read moreBasic Requirements for Grad School
Applying for graduate school is similar to applying for college, only the graduate school admittance committee is looking for a more experienced, learned student. The stakes are higher, but the admissions requirements are very similar. Read moreChoose a Graduate School
Ask anyone who's done it; selecting a graduate school isn't easy. It involves much more than just picking a school that offers an appealing program. First, understand that there are differences between graduate programs - some graduate degrees are academic and ... Read moreDecide if Graduate School Is Right for You
What are your motivations for getting a graduate degree? This is a major decision - time you could be out earning money instead of racking up more student loans to pay off - so be honest with yourself. Don't go to graduate school if you're afraid you won't get a ... Read moreEnglish Majors: Selecting a Graduate School or Program
An advanced degree in English - a PhD or MFA (master of fine arts) - is required if you want to teach English at the university level. If you're in college right now, you're likely already familiar with the steps on how to research a school. You follow the same ... Read moreGetting Letters of Recommendation for Your Business School Application
An important criterion in your application to business school is the letter of recommendation. Your strong letters of recommendation could be the winning move if the admissions board has to decide between you and another MBA candidate. Read moreGraduate School Application: Tips, Advice, and Warnings
Applying to graduate school is similar to when you applied for college: myriad forms, visits, test scores, deadlines, and so on - but there are differences. Keep these tips, warnings, and words of advice in mind as you apply to graduate school. Read moreGraduate School: Applying as a Returning Student
You don't have to immediately go from undergraduate to graduate school. You can return to graduate school later, when you feel ready. After all, you may decide to pursue a career or a family, or you may simply need a break from school. Read moreKnow What to Expect in Graduate School
Once you reach the graduate level of your education, professors will expect that your undergraduate degree or work experience has prepared you to be able to do all of the following. Read moreMaster's Degree in Biology: Choosing a Grad School
Choosing a graduate school for your master's in biology often depends on your discipline - the area of study in which you'll focus. Most graduate students in the biological sciences are specialized, so, with research, you can find the right graduate program. ... Read morePaying for Graduate School
Paying for graduate school is similar to paying for an undergraduate program - and can be quite different. Financial aid for graduate students comes from government, private, and institutional resources, but much of it is in the form of loans. Financing graduate ... Read morePlan for Graduate Education
It's never too early to consider graduate school, even for freshmen. You don't need to have a solid plan mapped out at the beginning of freshman year, but you do need to be aware of the impact of your freshman-year decisions and to have a general goal in mind. Read moreTackle the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
Prepare for the GRE CBT (computer-based test) by becoming familiar with and understanding each question type. Get to know the exam format and the computer delivery system. Review subject matter - basic math skills, vocabulary, and so on. In addition to study ... Read moreWriting Essays for Your Business School Application
The essay portion of your business school application could look pretty familiar if you've endured any sort of job interview. The purpose of both exercises is to root out information on your background, goals, and personal attributes. Interviews require a "live" ... Read more