There are different perspectives about graduate school: some say, “Go now while you know how to study!” and others say, “Wait until you really figure out what you want to do, then go if you need to.” Indeed, many graduate programs do prefer it if you have some experience under your belt before starting graduate studies. And, because of the cost, effort, and time required, it makes sense to have a specific goal in mind when pursuing a graduate degree. It never hurts to talk to professionals in your field of interest to find out their perspective on whether grad school makes sense and, if so, when. Of course, talking to a career advisor could help provide some perspective and information as well.

Utilize the resources and advice in this community as you consider whether or not going to graduate school makes sense for you.

 

Choosing the Right Graduate School for You in 7 Steps

You’ve made the exciting decision to pursue graduate school—congratulations! Now, what should you do next?

Selecting the right graduate school and program is a crucial process that requires careful thought and consideration. First, reflect on your academic interests and …

By Tiffany Medeiros
Tiffany Medeiros Assistant Director, Cooperative Education
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Deciding between Grad School and Work

When deciding whether or not to apply to graduate school, consider the following important factors…

By Beth Loell
Beth Loell Associate Director, Career Advising & Programming
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Starting Off Strong in Graduate School (5 Tips)

The following article written by Ashley Wojcik entitled 5 Tips to Start Your Graduate School Year Off Strong highlights several tricks for managing the beginning of the year, to how to balance the mental load of taking on your graduate work, and how to create emotional space for success.

By Victoria Barbeisch
Victoria Barbeisch Assistant Director of Communication Strategy, Career Services
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Resources

Explore UMass Lowell’s flexible, high quality and affordable grad programs that support skill development and career advancement

There are different schools of thought about graduate school: some say, “Go now while you know how to study!” and …

Research and find rankings for graduate programs that interest you.

Take free practice tests for graduate admissions exams, as well as standardized tests for a range of professions.

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