3 Tips for Success in Grad School
Most students intuitively know that graduate school is different from undergrad.
But most cannot articulate how graduate school differs from college
and, more importantly, are not prepared to successfully transition to
graduate school. Pay attention to these three tips and you will start graduate school on the right foot and set yourself up for long term success.
Before they register they must visit an advisor who helps them select classes, informs them of requirements, and signs off on their course schedule, permitting the student to register for classes. Most rules and policies are spelled out for the student. Graduate school is different. Yes, students attend orientation sessions, but policies often are not discussed in detail. There isn't a lot of guidance. Students who rely on others to inform them of policies and assess their progress towards completing their degree may be disappointed when they miss important deadlines or find that they have not completed required experiences. "I didn't know" or "No one told me" aren't good enough excuses and will not help you in the long run. Read up on policies, ask questions, and develop relationships with faculty but also with other graduate students.Instead, successful students take their education into their own hands. They seek information about requirements, course scheduling, how to obtain practica and applied experiences, and policies regarding selecting a dissertation committee and submitting the dissertation.
Be Your Own Guide
Undergraduate students receive a lot of hand-holding.Before they register they must visit an advisor who helps them select classes, informs them of requirements, and signs off on their course schedule, permitting the student to register for classes. Most rules and policies are spelled out for the student. Graduate school is different. Yes, students attend orientation sessions, but policies often are not discussed in detail. There isn't a lot of guidance. Students who rely on others to inform them of policies and assess their progress towards completing their degree may be disappointed when they miss important deadlines or find that they have not completed required experiences. "I didn't know" or "No one told me" aren't good enough excuses and will not help you in the long run. Read up on policies, ask questions, and develop relationships with faculty but also with other graduate students.Instead, successful students take their education into their own hands. They seek information about requirements, course scheduling, how to obtain practica and applied experiences, and policies regarding selecting a dissertation committee and submitting the dissertation.
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Likewise, successful students keep track of
required courses and periodically evaluate their own progress towards
the degree. Remember that no one cares as much about your success as you
do. You're the best person - and often the only person - who will
ensure that you are making consistent progress towards completing your
degree.
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