Most students find writing the personal statement, also known as the admissions essay, daunting. Many schools ask for an autobiographical statement. I remember feeling at a loss. How do I ... Read More

Graduate programs, especially PhD programs, highly value research experience. Here's how to get it.

Recently I received the following question: "Is it common for students to pursue an undergraduate degree in one field and then a graduate degree in another? My undergraduate degree ... Read More

We've all been there: falling into a work rut, slogging along with a task that just won't end. Try this easy and quick ideas to recharge and get back to ... Read More

Graduate school is expensive. Even students with scholarships and stipends often find the need for loans. As you choose which schools you're applying to, also look at the numbers: Just ... Read More

If you're moving away to graduate school sstarting graduate school this fall, you're probably concerned about where to live. These tips on finding apartments and roommates will help.

It's cliche but it's true: Graduate school is different from college. Pay attention to these three tips and you will start graduate school on the right foot and set ... Read More

Trying to figure out how to pay for grad school? There are several options that a grad student can consider to finance their education. Learn about the different types of ... Read More

The aspects of applying to graduate school that students agonize most over are letters of recommendation. Who do you approach?

As graduate students and professionals, our names indicate a whole body of work. Conference attendees scan name tags for familiar names. Names are associated with theories, research, and lifetimes of ... Read More

If you're like most students, summer is the perfect time to work on your graduate school application because you have fewer obligations cluttering your mind and your schedule. What do ... Read More