Post graduation

Graduate school

Deciding which graduate school to attend can be a little overwhelming. 

• We recommend you choose the program that suits your personal and professional goals. Do a lot of online research. If possible, visit those schools that are the best match for your career interests.
• Once you have narrowed the list of schools to your top choices, begin the application process.
• Give yourself plenty of time to complete grad school applications. Start well in advance of the due dates. Providing all required information can be a bit time-consuming. Avoid rushing through your application and take the time to provide thoughtful answers and materials that showcase your best undergraduate work.

Application documents

• Many schools require a cover letter or personal statement, a resume, or a CV (curriculum vitae).

• See our Prepare to Apply page for instructions and resources for all of your application documents. Please contact us if you want additional feedback on your materials.

Access money management resources

The internet has many resources with information on every financial literacy topic. Below is a list of some of those resources.

General Financial Literary Resources

• Nerd Wallet Cost of Living Calculator: Want to see how much more/less it will cost to live in a city when you graduate?

• Kahn Academy Better Money Habits: This site provides well-produced personal finance lessons on any topic you can imagine.

• Mint: See where your money goes and keep track of your budget.

• Feed the Pig: This site provides tips and interactive tools to remind you to feed the piggy bank.

• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: This is a U.S. government agency that makes sure banks, lenders, and other financial companies treat you fairly.

• Job Seekers Salary Calculator: Get a good understanding as to how much money you can expect to make after you graduate based on your location, experience, and education. 

Financial aid resources

• FinAid: The SmartStudentTM Guide to Financial Aid

• StudentLoans.gov: The online home for federal student loan programs.

• StudentAid.gov: An office of the U.S. Department of Education with a wealth of information from applying to colleges to learning the many plans a borrower can utilize to best repay their loans. In addition, directions, tips and definitions are provided for filling out the FAFSA, assessing loan eligibility, and deciding how financial aid can make college a reality.

• National Student Loan Data System: The U.S. Department of Education's (NSLDS) central database for student aid.