Can you believe how quickly time is going by. Very shortly, the life you've been living for the past 4+ years will be changing drastically. The greatly anticipated day of graduation from college has finally arrived. You've achieved your goals and you're off for new adventures. But what are those adventures? Will you be applying to the work force or continuing your education?
This is a question I've asked myself many times. The purpose of this blog is to share a variety of graduate schools and programs available. How to register and prepare for the GRE (Graduate Record Examination) as well as how to apply to a desired program.
Whether you choose to enter the workforce upon your graduation day going on to receive more schooling this life is all about Lifting Burdens of those around us.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
As you begin looking into graduate schools one of the requirements most schools will have is the GRE. The following link provides information of what this test is, how to register, suggestions on ways to prepare, as well as tips for the day of testing and understanding your scores.
Click here to learn more about the GRE.
Click here to learn more about the GRE.
Picking a School and Program
Before picking a school you need to decide on the field or program you would like to apply for. Search for universities with programs that match your interests, needs and an area you would not mind living. Once you've found a few schools that work for you be sure to compare and contrast the pros and cons to each. This will insure you attend the school that is right for you. Another useful tip before finalizing your plans is to be sure the degree you are considering really qualifies you in the area you desire to work. For example I am looking into counseling. There are many types of programs offered (rehabilitation counseling, school counseling, marriage and family therapy, etc). What would you like to specifically like to be doing for work in the future?
Do you know if Brigham Young University has the program you are looking for? They have over 100 programs you can apply to included everything from accounting, nursing, psychology, and communications just to name a few. Connect up to their website and begin learning more about each of the programs offered at BYU Graduate School.
Ever consider Utah State University? Currently they are offering over 140 graduate degrees. USU is the #1 public university in the West (and top five in the nation) on Forbes' list of America's Best College Buys (2010). Another reason to consider attending USU is that it is #2 in the nation for aerospace engineering research funding, #3 for education research, and one of its labs is in Popular Science's list of top-30 college labs. Check out USU Graduate Programs here.
Do you know if Brigham Young University has the program you are looking for? They have over 100 programs you can apply to included everything from accounting, nursing, psychology, and communications just to name a few. Connect up to their website and begin learning more about each of the programs offered at BYU Graduate School.
Ever consider Utah State University? Currently they are offering over 140 graduate degrees. USU is the #1 public university in the West (and top five in the nation) on Forbes' list of America's Best College Buys (2010). Another reason to consider attending USU is that it is #2 in the nation for aerospace engineering research funding, #3 for education research, and one of its labs is in Popular Science's list of top-30 college labs. Check out USU Graduate Programs here.
What's this going to cost?
One of the biggest difficulties to surpass when considering graduate school aside from the application process is the cost. How can I pay for continuing my education? Us News posted an article suggesting 4 places to begin searching for graduate school scholarships and financial support.
This is where to begin the search for graduate school scholarships.
We mentioned considering pros and cons above, do not forget to check if the program can be completed as a full-time or part-time student. Any graduate students work while going to school in order to provide the needed funding.
This is where to begin the search for graduate school scholarships.
We mentioned considering pros and cons above, do not forget to check if the program can be completed as a full-time or part-time student. Any graduate students work while going to school in order to provide the needed funding.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Other Resources
My undergrad studies have been in Early Childhood Special Education. I love this field! Really it is the people I have the privilege of working with who drive me to keep going even when things get extremely difficult. As I am exploring possibilities to continue on in my education I happened upon the following website. I value it particularly because as I am considering going into counseling, particularly with these families, my greatest desire is to help them find healing through the one and only true source, our Savior Jesus Christ.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint's Website for disabilities:
http://lds.org/disability?lang=eng
Latter-day Saint Family Services, also provides many resources which may be useful to you and those you work with.
http://providentliving.org/familyservices/strength/0,12264,2873-1,00.html
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint's Website for disabilities:
http://lds.org/disability?lang=eng
Latter-day Saint Family Services, also provides many resources which may be useful to you and those you work with.
http://providentliving.org/familyservices/strength/0,12264,2873-1,00.html
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