Category: About Grad School
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Grad School Application Timeline: The Outreach Email
Navigating the labyrinth of graduate school applications can be exhausting, so you’ll want to be happy with the outcome. Although the most difficult parts of the process come later, one of the earliest steps in you timeline should be making contact with programs that might interest you. This first communication can help set the tone […]
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Grad School Essentials: Five Outstanding Backpacks
Grad school can be a time of immense learning and growth with (let’s admit it!) lots of stuff to carry around. From textbooks to laptops, research notes, and essential supplies, graduate students need a backpack that can handle the load that comes with all that research, writing, teaching, and study. But given the necessity, it […]
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Spotlight on Distinguished, Under the Radar PhD Programs: Florida
Earning a PhD is a considerable academic achievement and a transformative journey. Choosing the right doctoral program that matches your aspirations and academic interests is an integral part of this expedition. The Sunshine State, known for its vibrant culture and beautiful coastlines, is also home to some notable doctoral programs. In this blog post, we’ll […]
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Our Top 5 Laptop Picks for Graduate Students
In your graduate school journey, having the right laptop will be crucial to your success. You need a device that can handle the demands of research, data analysis, writing papers, and collaborating with classmates. But laptops are expensive and can often come with unnecessary features or worse lack features crucial to graduate students. So how […]
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What is a PhD in Psychology and Should You Get One?
Deciding if the field of psychology is a good fit for your graduate education can be confusing and overwhelming. To start, the career field is VAST. There are so many subfields in psychology and each requires unique specialization in order to become a licensed professional in that field. A graduate degree in “psychology” doesn’t really […]
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Getting into Grad School: Tips from Accepted Students
Getting into grad school is no small feat. It’s a stressful process and one that many students take on while being in school or working full-time. Plus, you need the right combination of relevant qualifications, knowledge, and even luck to get an acceptance letter from one of your top choice programs. With the right information, […]
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How Many PhD Programs Should I Apply To?
So, you are ready to take the next big step in your educational journey, doctorate! Applying to PhD programs can be stressful, time-consuming, and costly, so for this reason, you will need to carefully consider how many PhD programs to apply to before starting the process. In today’s guide, we will examine some different factors […]
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Getting a Masters in Education: What It’s Like and Where It Leads You
For those of you who have decided to pursue a career in education, or another role in education – congrats! Working with students and professionals is among the most rewarding career paths one can pursue. One of the challenges in pursuing a path in education is receiving the right training. In this article, we’ll cover […]
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How Do I Get Into a Master’s Program? A Guide for Aspiring Grad Students
The Master’s degree can be an important step in furthering your career, in completing a PhD program, or even as part of some combined undergraduate programs. Master’s degrees are offered in virtually every subject, allowing you to continue your education in the humanities, natural sciences, technology, business, and many other specialized programs! If you’re ready […]
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I Didn’t Get In! Dealing with Grad School Rejection
What happens when your grad school application gets rejected? Here are our favorite tips for getting through this difficult time.