Things to Consider

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF/THINGS TO CONSIDER
 
When thinking about continuing your education, it is important that you examine not only the school or program you are interested in attending but also yourself. The following questions are designed to help you reflect on who you are and exactly what you want out of life.

• What is it that I want to do with my life?
• What are my immediate and long-range career goals?
• Is graduate school necessary to reach these career goals?
• Can I afford to enter graduate school immediately?
• How important is a master’s degree to me personally?
• Do I have the abilities to be successful in a graduate school?
• Am I prepared to take on such a long-term commitment?
• What are the pros and cons of waiting a year or two to enter graduate school in exchange for work experience

Making the decision to go to Graduate or Professional School can be a daunting one; there are so many programs, schools, and factors to consider. These include the program of study, cost, financial aid, the type of school, graduate testing, the personal statement, recommendation letters and more.

There are also specific steps involved with the whole graduate school process which include researching, applying, visiting, and choosing.

Make an appointment with a counselor to discuss putting together a strategy for graduate school success. There are many other resources available at the Career Center regarding graduate and professional school.

Through the semester you can also attend a graduate and professional school workshop, the Graduate School Symposium, and take part in a practice test. See the calendar of events for workshop information.