Choosing a Graduate Program

Submit an informed application to graduate school by knowing these 12 things about teach program before you apply.

Sometimes you should look beyond academics to find the right graduate program for you.

Evaluate each offer for graduate admissions as it comes in. Here's why.

Is it possible for a student pursue an undergraduate degree in one field and then a graduate degree in another? Are you limited by your college major?

A reader asks: "I was rejected and I'm confused. Can I reapply to the same graduate school?"

Is it common for students to pursue an undergraduate degree in one field and then a graduate degree in another?

I'm applying to master's programs. I see national rankings for doctoral programs, but not master's. What do I do?"

Most students worry about whether they will be accepted to any graduate program. Some, however, are faced with the unexpected (but delightful) decision of choosing among two or more graduate programs.

What happens when you are rejected by the graduate program of your dreams? How do you enter your safety school, the graduate program you knew you could get into, without feeling dejected?

It's time to choose. How do you figure out which graduate program is for you?

Question: I am currently finishing my senior year and I need help deciding on a graduate school. I have been accepted to two programs, but I can't figure out which is better.

I'm applying to a school that is part of the same university I got my B.A. from. Will they see this as a positive (I liked the school so much I'm coming back), a negative (not a fresh face or something?) or neither?

So how do you choose a graduate program? This article offers essential advice on what to consider as you make this important decision.

Weight rankings on graduate programs based on your own criteria with this engine from phds.org

A discussion (with links!) on the validity of college rankings. You decide.