A senior psychology major came into my office the other day. She dropped her bag, plopped down into a chair, and said “I’m lost!” With relatively little prompting, the story came out. She already knew her long term goal: to … Read more

If you are applying to graduate school—or even just considering it—then you probably have at least a few questions about the application process. They may look something like these: How many letters of recommendation do I need? When do I … Read more

Fast Fact: Each year, approximately one-quarter of the graduating class goes on to graduate school. Getting into grad school is far from a slam-dunk. Undergraduates are up against not only their peers, but also nontraditional students who have been in … Read more

Follow this general timeline to keep yourself on track. Time frames are approximate: Check the deadlines for your schools of interest and adjust accordingly. Junior Year (Fall) Many graduate schools look at applicants’ grades from the last two years of … Read more

Should you go on to graduate school? Is it the right move for you at this point in your career? Give your decision careful consideration, weighing all the factors, including: Your career path What do you truly want to do? … Read more

Depending on the career path you are considering, you may need further education after graduation, whether that’s graduate or professional school.  The Grad School Info Fair (October 25th, Great Hall of the Union) and Law School Info Fair (November 2nd, … Read more