Prepare for Graduate School

Here you’ll find guidelines to learn about and apply to graduate and professional school. For industry-specific advice, be sure to check out the Career Communities.

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Graduate & Professional School Overview

What is grad school? How, when, and where do you apply?

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Application Checklist

Keep yourself on track for the application process.

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Writing an Effective Statement of Purpose

The statement of purpose (or personal statement) is the centerpiece of your grad school application. Make it shine!

Writing an Effective Diversity Statement

Many graduate applications ask about your contributions to a diverse, inclusive community. Here are a few ways to address that question.

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Paying for Graduate School

Graduate & professional degree programs vary widely in their cost and funding.

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Should You Take a Gap Year?

You might wish to go directly go grad school from Grinnell, but there are lots of reasons to try something else first.

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Resources

Graduate School Grant

The Center for Careers, Life, and Service (CLS) Graduate School Grants are designed to help current third- and fourth-year students …

Build Skills

LinkedIn Learning courses are available to all current students.  For Alumni Access please visit LinkedIn Learning to start an account.

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