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Going back to graduate school can be a daunting proposition, especially if you’ve been away from school for many years. Why are you waiting, though? Will it be easier to go back to school next year? Will you suddenly not have a little fear if you wait? Probably not. It may still be a little […]

Most of the time, you should work before going back to graduate school. Some real world experience will make you a better candidate for school, help you determine what you really want to do, and let you know what you still need to learn.
Better Candidate
The best candidates for graduate school are those who already have […]

When you’re in graduate school, you may discover that it’s hard to find a job that relates to your field of study. In some circumstances, you can’t get a job directly related until you have your degree because you must have the proper certification. In order to not waste your time, you should look for […]

There was a time, not so long ago, when having a bachelor’s degree meant that you could go out and get the highest paying job in your chosen profession. You would have no problem securing a job, and you wouldn’t need any more higher education. Those days are long past.
With more people staying in school […]

Maintaining contact with your professors is important both while you’re in school and after you leave. You want to make sure that you always stay in contact with them during classes but after you leave they can provide valuable references. Here’s how to keep up during both times.
Keeping Up In School
Get to know your professors […]

A common mistake by many prospective students is that they don’t keep up with the deadlines for the application process. They simply get all the materials together, stuff them in a drawer, and find them the week before the deadline. Or, they may even miss the deadline all together. Make sure that you keep up […]

Academic success may seem to be an outlandish goal, or maybe the possibility just scares you a little. How hard will I have to work to do that? What will it take? Really, all it takes is a little planning and a proactive attitude. You can get everything completed and do great in school if […]

Okay, you really shouldn’t be putting off your essay until the week before its due when you’re applying for graduate school, but I know some of you have. So, here’s your one week guide to writing a superb essay that will keep the admissions officers interested and excited about you. Oh, and by one week, […]

Networking doesn’t have to fill you with dread or feel like a chore. You’d be surprised by how much you network without even knowing it.
The key to everyday networking is being social. Keep yourself open and approachable. People are naturally attracted to friendliness. If you’re grocery shopping or pumping some gas, strike up a conversation […]

With the proliferation of the Internet, researching for an essay or a presentation has been revolutionized. You don’t have to drive to your local library and browse through hundreds of books, flipping through thousands of pages just to find a speck of information that relates to your topic. How about finding information in an encyclopedia […]