Articles Index
About the Master of Social Work (MSW) Degree
The Master of Social Work degree enables holders for careers in therapy, policy, and administration.
Beyond the Clinical Psychology PhD: Alternatives for Careers in Therapy
Interested in a career as a counselor or therapist?
Should You Go to Graduate School?
Is graduate school right for you?
Seven Tips for Improving Your Curriculum Vitae
Improve your curriculum vitae with these seven suggestions.
Prepare Your Curriculum Vitae
It's never too early to write a curriculum vitae. A CV is an academic resume that highlights your scholarly accomplishments. Find out what goes into a CV.
Find an Academic Job: Online Resources for Locating Academic Positions
Looking for an academic position? Check out this list of classified ad sites.
Redefine Success to Include Careers Outside Academia
In academia, success often refers to finding a tenure-track job --- a difficult task that not all PhDs accomplish. We need to expand our notions of success
What You'll be Asked During an Academic Job Interview
Be prepared for your academic job interview with answers to these questions.
What Not to Include on Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
You may know what goes into an effective CV, but do you know what to leave out?
When it Comes to CVs, One Size Does Not Fit All
Create multiple CVs to fit several types of positions and you'll be more likely to get an interview.
What to Do When You are Accepted to Grad School
Accepted to graduate school? Congratulations! Here's what to do next.
Common Mistakes Graduate Students Make
Good grades do not guarantee success in graduate school. The most successful graduate students avoid committing the following common mistakes.
Graduate Study as a Mature Student
Think you're too old for graduate school? Think again.
Do Graduate School and Work Mix?
Does graduate school and work mix? Whether graduate students should seek employment is debatable and varies by student and by graduate program.
Avoid an Overly Personal Graduate Admissions Essay
Many applicants share too much in their personal statements.
You'll Need Different Study Skills for Graduate School vs. College
Graduate school is very different from college. It requires a different skill set.
Considering a Graduate Degree in History?
Consider these pragmatics in deciding whether to go to grad school in History.
Graduate School Interview: Dos and Don'ts
The graduate school interview is an important part of the application process; prepare to present yourself professionally. Consider these these pre, during, and post interview tips to make your interview experience a success.
Graduate School Interview Questions
Congratulations! Now you need to ace that interview. Prepare beforehand by considering what questions you'll be asked. Check out this list of common questions.
What to Ask During a Graduate Admissions Interview
Remember that they are interviewing you, but you are also interviewing them. Learn what you need in order to make a decision if this is the graduate program for you -- and impress the admissions committee with well considered questions.
Interviewing for Graduate School Admissions
Getting ready for an interview for admissions to graduate study? Learn more about the interviewing process and how to excel.
Admissions Interview? Be Prepared to Interview with Graduate Students
Most graduate school applicants don't realize that grad students take part in admissions interviews.
The Syllabus, Decoded
The syllabus is your guide to the class. It holds all the information you need to know what is expected of you and what you need to do to prepare for each class. Here's what you will find on the syllabus
Overcome Procrastination
Procrastination is common among graduate students but damaging nonetheless. Beat procrastination with these tips
What to Give Your Grad Student this Holiday Season
What do you give your favorite graduate student this holiday season?