Explore
Grad School

Steps to Exploring Programs

• Visit the Career Center to explore career goals and preparation for graduate and professional school
• Research and develop a list of potential graduate programs. Consider the following:
  • Curriculum and degree requirements
  • Faculty and staff advising and support
  • Research, teaching, and experiential opportunities
  • Funding opportunities and financial support
  • Geographic location and size
  • Programs, resources, and facilities within the program but also at the university in general
  • Professional development and job placement support
• Meet with professors and other professionals in the field(s) that interest you to learn more about the field and possible recommendations for programs

Tools for Choosing the Right Program

• U.S. News and World Report rankings
• Associations for each specific academic field (e.g., American Chemical Society, American Anthropological Society, Modern Language Association)
• Associations for each specific profession (e.g., National Association of Social Workers, National Education Association, American Nurses Association)
• Associations for programs and schools (e.g., LSAC, AAMC, SOPHAS, PPIA Program)
• How to Choose a Grad School
• What to Look for in a Graduate Program