Plan for Grad School
Considering graduate school? As a University of Cincinnati undergraduate , you’re well-positioned to pursue a master’s, PhD, or professional degree in fields like engineering, business, education, arts, medicine, or law.
Graduate school is a natural next step for many undergraduate students, especially those in the liberal arts and sciences and anyone who wants to pursue a career in academic research. From researching programs to securing funding, this section equips you with tools to succeed.
- Bearcat Promise Career Studio: Offers coaching, Handshake, CareerShift, Interstride, Big Interview, and a professional headshot booth.
- Pre-Professional Advising Center (PPAC): Provides tailored support for pre-health (e.g., medicine, dentistry) and pre-law students.
- UC Writing Center: Delivers feedback on essays and applications .
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): offer free counseling for stress management.
- Financial Aid Office: Guides you through loans and scholarships.
Your Graduate School Roadmap
- Researching and Evaluating Graduate Programs
Clarify your goals, research programs, and evaluate fit based on curriculum, faculty, and career outcomes. Use the Career Studio and PPAC for personalized guidance.
- Graduate School Application Timeline
Plan 12–18 months ahead to research programs, prepare materials, and meet deadlines. Attend Career Studio and PPAC workshops to stay on track.
- Preparing for Entrance Exams
Navigate exams like GRE, GMAT, MCAT, or LSAT with study plans and resources. PPAC offers pre-health/pre-law workshops, while the Career Studio and Learning Commons support all students
- Crafting Application Essays
Write compelling personal statements tailored to each program. Get feedback from the Writing Center, PPAC (pre-health/pre-law), and Career Studio.
- Paying for Graduate School
Explore assistantships, scholarships, loans, and employer sponsorships. The Financial Aid Office and Pre-Professional Advising Center (PPAC ) help secure funding.
Take the First Step
Start your graduate school journey at UC or beyond with these resources :
- Bearcat Promise Career Studio: TUC Room 310, careerstudio@uc.edu, book via Handshake.
- Pre-Professional Advising Center: PPAC website, preproadv@uc.edu.
- Financial Aid Office: Financial Aid website, 513-556-1000, financial.aid@uc.edu.
- Academic Advising: Bearcat Portal.
- UC Graduate College: grad.uc.edu.
Your future as a Bearcat begins now!