The Career Center can assist you with graduate or professional school search strategies and application materials. Together we can review resumes and cover letters, personal statements, conduct practice interviews, and discuss decision making strategies.

If you are planning to go to law school, consider making an appointment with the Pre-law Advisor in the College of Arts and Sciences. If you are planning to go to medical school, consider making an appointment with the Pre-health Advisor in the College of Health Sciences.

PREPARING | INTERVIEWING | DECISION MAKING

PREPARING

Properly preparing for the graduate or professional school application process encompasses numerous factors. Starting this process early and having a good grasp on a programs requirements will allocate you with the ability to meet, or possibly exceed, application deadlines.

• Applying to Graduate & Professional School Guide
• Applying to Law School Guide
• - mentorship, guidance, and recruitment opportunities for underrepresented graduate school and competitive scholarship applicants
• Research: Graduate Programs
• Informational Interviews
• Resume and Cover Letter Writing
• Graduate Admission Essay (Personal Statement)
• Letters of Recommendation
• Entrance Exams

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INTERVIEWING

Interviewing is an educational institution's opportunity to question and evaluate your fit for their graduate program and their educational institution as a whole. This is a prime opportunity to display your capabilities and qualifications. It is also your chance to determine if the position and organization are a good fit for you.

• Interviewing Guide
• Interview Attire

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DECISION MAKING

Decision making is the process of choosing between two or more courses of action. Graduate/ Professional school decision-making can revolve around choosing an ideal program, geographical location, or length of program.  

• Decision Making
• Salary, Negotiation, and Financial Matters