Graduate School
Thinking about Graduate School?
Your decision to attend graduate school should be based on:
- Career goals that correspond to an advanced degree
- A very strong interest in and passion for the academic discipline
- A desire for the types of careers within the field
- Self-awareness regarding your motivation and commitment
Aspects to consider:
- Tuition, financial aid, scholarships and assistantships
- Gaining work experience before graduate school
- Pursuing graduate school directly after undergraduate
- Quality of and variances in types of programs
Most all graduate schools require the following:
- Personal statement/essay
- Transcript
- Letters of recommendation
- Standardized test scores (GRE, LSAT, MCAT, GMAT)
- Some may require an interview
Graduate School Searches
Many graduate schools require applicants to take the GRE. The videos provided at this link will help you prepare for the exam.
Listings of graduate schools sorted by programs offered.
Search for graduate schools and review comprehensive information including program details, description of research facilities and more.
Locate graduate schools “close to home” via a zip code search or a nationwide search by program.
Information on improving standardized test scores; search for graduate programs and review “at-a-glance” statistics, tuition information, and rankings.
Search for graduate schools around the world.
Listings of graduate schools sorted by location and programs offered. Provides information on salary and job prospects by location.
Excellent links to law school related sites including a comprehensive list of U.S. law schools.
Testing Resources
*Adrian College offers a preparation course for the GRE, LSAT and MCAT
Free practice tests for the GRE, LSAT, MCAT, and GMAT. Instructions: Click on Learn-a-Test, select Graduate School Entrance Exams, create a username/password and begin!
Testing and registration information.
Testing and registration info for the LSAT, includes links to ABA approved law schools and a sample LSAT test.
Information on the MCAT, applying to medical school, and listing of M.D. accredited medical schools.
Information on the DAT, dental schools, and more.
Free GRE practice questions and study tips.
Information on GRE, MCAT, LSAT, GMAT and prep programs.
A comprehensive resource and guide for all graduate school admissions exams.
Test preparation website.
Other Resources
The Statement of Purpose is the single most important part of your application that will tell the admissions committee who you are, what has influenced your career path so far, your professional interests and where you plan to go from here. This site will help you get started in developing your own Statement of Purpose.
Helpful tips on writing your graduate school admission essay
More tips on writing your essay for graduate school
Advice about the grad school interview.
Preparing for your medical school interview.
General tips on the entire graduate school process.
