Why Apply to Graduate or Professional School?
There are some reasons why students apply to graduate or professional school:
- They may need a graduate degree or additional license to work in a particular profession.
- May increase employability in their field of choice.
- They may simply enjoy learning!
Examine your reasons and motives carefully! Seek the help of a Career Specialist if you need help deciding whether or not graduate school is the best option for you! Here are some resources we love to help get you started!
- Graduate School Guide from GoGrad
- Pre-Law Guide from PrepScholar
- Exploring Health Professions from UC Merced's pre-health advising
- Peterson's Guide
Researching and Applying
Researching and selecting graduate or professional schools can be an all-consuming process. Which and how many schools you apply to will depend on a number of factors such as accreditation, geographic location, program uniqueness, or research compatibility
Typically, you need the following to apply to graduate or professional school:
- Application
- Application Fee
- Undergraduate Degree
- GPA/Official Transcript(s)
- Letters of Recommendation
- Personal Statement
- Admissions Test Score (see details below)
