Exploring Graduate School
2019 SEAS environmental master's students at the U-M Biological Station
Wondering if graduate school is the best path for you? As you consider your future, take steps to prepare for success should you choose to pursue an environmental master's degree or other advanced degree. We've assembled the below resources to help you on your way.
Find the Right Match
- Selecting an environmental or other program
- 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
- Don’t be shy
Application: What Do I Need?
- Academic statement
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Resumes and/or curriculum vitae
- Graduate Record Exam (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