The Pathways to Graduate School course is an eight-week, 4000-level course that aims to demystify graduate education for undergraduate students who are deciding on their post-graduation plans.
The Pathways to Graduate School course is an eight-week, 4000-level course that aims to demystify graduate education for undergraduate students who are deciding on their post-graduation plans.
The University of Arkansas Graduate School and International Education in the United States has launched a new course aimed at helping junior and senior undergraduate students learn about the opportunities available in graduate school.
The Pathways to Graduate School course is an eight-week, 4000-level course that aims to demystify graduate education for undergraduate students who are deciding on their post-graduation plans.
Curt Rom, Interim Dean of the Graduate School and International Education, and Interim Associate Dean Christa Hestekin are leading sections of the course this spring.
This course is designed to help students plan for their future and to explore whether graduate school is right for them,” said Rom.
“This course is designed to help students plan for their future and to explore whether graduate school is right for them,” Rom said, saying many remain unaware of the complexities of graduate school, including the range of degree programs that fit their goals as well as the application process. “We want to combat misperceptions and show that graduate school is achievable for our students who want to take that next step.”
The course provides students with guidance as they journey through the graduate application process, including how to create a curriculum vitae and compose a personal statement. Students will also receive further instruction on the different types of programs available at the university and how candidates can research and evaluate them.
The questions the university receives, which are “more reactive,” show many high-quality prospective graduate students have plenty of questions on graduate school that they are unable to find on their own.
The US remains an appealing destination for undergraduate and graduate programs among foreign students as it is home to prestigious universities and research institutions. These factors provide valuable networking opportunities to graduates, whether they continue their studies or a career in academia, or pursue work immediately.
