Graduate school can be incredibly intimidating. As you begin thinking about applying to a program, it can quickly become overwhelming deciding where you should even begin. Although graduate programs ...

The process of applying to master’s and PhD programs is largely self-directed, which can be a benefit for some students, but it can also create barriers for others. While around 11 percent of the ...

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Learn about what not to do with personal statements, letters of recommendation, lack of information about the program, poor writing skills and misfired attempts to impress.

This big sister's guide on applying to graduate school offers a warm, strategic roadmap for navigating every step of the application journey with confidence and ease.

Applications for Spring 2026 are closed for International students. You are encouraged to apply for Fall 2026. Applying to the Graduate School is free (no application fees*) and fast (no official ...

If you have made the decision to attend graduate school or are seriously considering attending, you’ll want to plan ahead and get a sense of a general timeline – what you should be doing and when you ...

Ryah Cooley Cole is an award winning writer and a high school English teacher based on the Central Coast of California. She is most interested in bringing diverse stories to her readers and students.

Our application deadline is February 5, and our first round of decisions on admitted and waitlisted students will be made around March 15. A limited number of application fee waivers are available ...

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A student may be admitted to the Graduate School as either a regular degree student or a provisional degree student. Qualified students may be recommended for admission to regular degree status by ...

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