Graduate School Types of Graduate Programs Preparing for Graduate School Finding the Right Program The Application Process Getting Through Graduate School

Types of Graduate Programs Many psychology majors go into graduate programs in other areas, e.g.: – Counseling – Social Work – Law school – Medical school – Business school

Types of Graduate Programs What is the difference between a Master’s degree and a doctoral degree? What is the difference between a Ph.D. and a Psy.D.? How do you decide on a specialization?

Getting Into Graduate School Investigate graduate programs (goals, requirements, financial information) Prepare for the GRE Keep your GPA high

Preparing for Graduate School Competitiveness of graduate programs Preparatory skills and experience

Five Things to Do Keep your GPA high (both overall and Psychology) Get involved in relevant extracurricular activities Get some research experience Get to know your faculty Read in your field

Finding the Right Program Program goals/requirements Accreditation Faculty Financial support Location Selectivity

The Application Process Usually a two-step process Deadlines are early GRE Statement of Purpose Letters of Recommendation

How to Get Good Recommendations Get to know faculty Do something to stand out Don’t be a problem Be active Provide resume to faculty

Getting Through Graduate School Financial issues Time management Interpersonal skills Motivation