Prepare for Graduate School

The Loeb Center supports students and alumni who aspire to attend graduate school by:

  • Providing you with information about your field of interest and the role advanced degrees play in achievement within that field
  • Advising you about necessary pre-requisite courses or experiences as you prepare for attendance at a graduate or professional school
  • Helping you anticipate the steps for application, including standardized tests
  • Providing information about scholarships and fellowships for graduate study

For law school advising, visit here.

For medical school advising, visit here.

How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation

Published on April 14, 2023

This guide explains who, when, and how to ask for a letter of recommendation, whether pertaining to a job or applying to graduate school.

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6 Grad Schools to Create a Life-Long Career in Humanitarian Efforts & Social Justice

Published on February 7, 2023

In addition to working for nonprofits, education, and government careers, students looking to gain more experience consider graduate schools that specialize in social justice efforts. From San Francisco State University to the University of Massachusetts, there are many options to …

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Why You Should Go Back To School–At Any Age

Published on September 28, 2022

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Many individuals believe that they should stop studying when they have found a career field that they enjoy and have secured a good job. However, an undergraduate …

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