Programs and resources for prospective and current STEM graduate students -- including funding opportunities and professional development programs and resources.
Featuring tips and advice from recent graduates who successfully funded their own education, this webinar discusses all the different types of funding options — from teach assistantships (T.A.) and research assistantships (R.A.) to fellowships. Produced in collaboration with COSEE-OS.
This webinar covers the typical components of STEM graduate fellowship applications and provides tips on acquiring strong letters of recommendation and writing research statements and personal statements. It also includes information on fellowship review criteria and the mechanics of review panels.
The Institute for Broadening Participation collaborated with COSEE-OS on this webinar with the goal of sharing information on strategies to have a sucessful graduate experience. Topics covered include cultivating your mentor network, creating an individual career development plan, and preparing for careers in academia and industry.
Searching for a Program Watch this quick video on how to used our advanced search page to find programs.
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Graduate School
Grad School Tips on Applying How to find the right graduate department and advisor for you, how to find funding, and how to get organized to make the process as smooth as possible!
The Difference Between the Grad and Undergrad Experience What are the major differences between the undergraduate and graduate experience? A quick summary of how the two differ, including funding, relationship with your advisor, classwork and research, and independence.
How to Find the Right Grad Program A checklist of questions to ask STEM graduate schools, departments, and programs. These questions will help you get the information you need to choose the right graduate program for you.
Preparing Applications
Tips on Creating a Winning Application General tips to help you improve your applications — whether it be to scholarships, internships, or REUs (research experiences for undergraduates).
