Exploring Graduate School
The class of 2024 poses with SEAS faculty and staff for a group photo at the U-M Biological Station.
Are you wondering if graduate school is the best path for you? As you consider your future, take steps to prepare yourself for success. We've assembled the resources below to help you on your way.
Find the Right Match
- Finding the right program for you
- Degree options
- Investigate programs
- Maximize your experiences
- Mentoring
- Preview graduate schools
- Academia vs. Industry
Prepare
- Take care of academics
- Develop relationships
- Get involved
- Get experience
Steps to Graduate School
- Advice for undergrads
- Advice for professionals returning to school
Become a Strong Applicant
- Show your research potential
- Academics
- Beyond research and discovery
- Network
- Be confident
Application: What Do I Need?
- Academic statement
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Resumes and/or curriculum vitae
- Test scores (GRE scores for SEAS master's or PhD programs are no longer required)
Paying for Graduate School
- Internal funding
- External funding
- University support
Graduate School Myths
Get the facts that dispel common myths about grad school