Considering Graduate and Professional School
Applying to Graduate or Professional School may be an option to undergraduate students weighing their options after graduation.
Individuals considering an advanced degree, either a Master Degree or Doctoral Degree, are encourated to examine their reasons and motives carefully! UC Merced students and alumni may 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! The following links may help you explore and identify possible graduate programs aligned with your educational and career goals.
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!
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Graduate School Guide from GoGrad
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Pre-Law Guide from PrepScholar
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Exploring Health Professions from UC Merced's pre-health advising
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.
Statement of Purpose
The statement of purpose, which is also commonly referred to as the personal statement, is a written piece that may encompass the applicant's aspirations, career goals, educational background, personal experiences, research, and so on.
