Each year about 40% of students graduating from Augustana College head directly to graduate/professional school. In Career Development & Vocation we consider graduate/professional school a stepping stone along the way to achieving an initial career goal. Whether you are considering graduate/professional school or you are certain that is your next step, we’ve provided some resources to guide you through the process.
If you’re deciding if and when to go to grad school, there are several factors for you to consider, particularly during a pandemic. Ask the following questions to help determine what route is best for you.
Before researching programs and institutions it’s important for you to figure out what qualities you want in a program/institution. Use this resources to help you set your criteria before researching programs.
A reference is someone who can talk about your skills, experience, abilities, and work ethic. Letters of recommendation are written evaluations of an individual’s performance whether at work or in the classroom.
One of the best ways to learn more about a graduate school program is through research. Learning all there is to know about a specific program/institution assists in making decisions, customizing application materials, and preparing for interviews for funding, assistantships, and fellowships.
A target list is a list of graduate programs you would like to attend. These may be schools that offer programs that fit your academic goals and interests.
Once you have determined the best type of experience for you it’s time to prepare your application materials.
Learn how to research scholarships, fellowships, assistantships, grants, and loans.
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More students are considering taking a gap year after graduation, but what exactly does that mean?
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At Augustana, we’ve made it easy for you to get a professional LinkedIn photo without the hassle. Simply stop by CORE Commons on weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM, and one of our student assistants will help you take a polished picture with our LinkedIn backdrop.
Vanderbilt University Presents: How to Apply to PhD Programs in the Life Sciences
When: August 29, 2024 7pm CT
Where: Online webinar
Who: undergraduate students who have not had extensive exposure to the process of applying to PhD programs in …
Learn about graduate programs in Clinical Nutrition, Medical Laboratory Science, and Respiratory Care through online sessions
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Online information sessions are available for prospective students interested in the following graduate programs:
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