Your Roadmap to Advanced Education and Career Growth
Graduate school is an opportunity to deepen your knowledge, specialize in a field, and gain credentials that can advance your career or open new professional doors. Whether you’re considering law school, medical school, a master’s program (like an MBA, MPA, MA/MS, or MPH), or even a doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, etc.), the path to graduate education begins with thoughtful planning and self-reflection.
This guide is designed to support college students at any stage of the decision-making process. You’ll find resources that walk you through each type of graduate program—from what it takes to apply, to how to stand out as a competitive candidate.
Not ready to apply just yet? That’s okay. This guide also includes strategies for taking a purposeful gap year—whether you’re gaining work experience, conducting research, volunteering, or preparing for standardized exams.