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Career CenterGraduate or Professional School |
Is graduate school right for you?
Graduate or professional school may be a logical next step, depending on your future career goals. Some professions require graduate degrees as a prerequisite to employment; or perhaps you have a long-term interest in a particular field. Many students contemplate attending graduate school because they are unsure about their future career.
If you are considering graduate or professional school, ask yourself these questions:
- What are my career goals? Would they change if I became employed immediately after graduating with a bachelor’s degree?
- Will graduate school be required for me to do what I want to do?
- In my field, is it easier to attend graduate or professional school right after graduation?
- Is gaining additional experience in my field helpful in gaining admission to graduate school?
- What is the cost of graduate or professional school – direct (tuition) and indirect (loss of possible earnings)?
- Will I need to relocate or will I be able to complete a graduate or professional degree nearby or online?
- Will my job and salary prospects be enhanced by graduate studies?
- Are there employers who would assist in paying for graduate or professional school?
More information and resources:
General Graduate School Information
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Can’t decide how best to translate your degree into a career? Contact Chris Miller, your DDP career services counselor for assistance.