Guide to grad school
Melissa Enaje, Staff Writer
Issue date: 11/19/08 Section: Features
The economic crisis could add heavy weight to college students and their future plans. That is why there is no better time than now to contemplate a post-graduate education.
This is a decision that should be carefully weighted by the students before they embark on the journey of prolonged education.
"Given the current economy, we know that there are many students who are approaching graduation in January and May with reservation about the job market and they opt for grad school in a way as a defense mechanism," Joni M. O'Hagan, associate director at St. John's Career Center, said.
"It may not necessarily be the best choice, depending on what their background is, they need to prepare themselves."
In the United States alone, there are more than 1,400 graduate programs in the arts and sciences, as well as nearly 1,000 graduate schools available.
According to The Princeton Review, present graduate deans say that hard work is the name of the game when earning a graduate degree.
The decision not only includes making a commitment to study, but also having a passion for the game.
To put it nicely, the market is competitive when those opting for the same position as recent college graduates have doctorates or a master's degree.
Therefore, starting early is a great beginning step to understanding your options.
"Yesterday I was researching grad schools on the internet because I want to further my degree in advertising and public relations," Diana Morelli said, a sophomore.
"Especially in today's world, activities such as grad school and studying abroad can set you apart from other students."
According to a 2003 Salary.com survey, master's degree holders earned an average of $10,000 dollars more a year than those with bachelors.
Add more years to the equation, and those with PhD's rake in a $100,000 dollar annual salary.
The benefits also speak volumes. Earning a graduate degree can further a student's career, boost their credentials, gain professional respect and raise their salary.
This is a decision that should be carefully weighted by the students before they embark on the journey of prolonged education.
"Given the current economy, we know that there are many students who are approaching graduation in January and May with reservation about the job market and they opt for grad school in a way as a defense mechanism," Joni M. O'Hagan, associate director at St. John's Career Center, said.
"It may not necessarily be the best choice, depending on what their background is, they need to prepare themselves."
In the United States alone, there are more than 1,400 graduate programs in the arts and sciences, as well as nearly 1,000 graduate schools available.
According to The Princeton Review, present graduate deans say that hard work is the name of the game when earning a graduate degree.
The decision not only includes making a commitment to study, but also having a passion for the game.
To put it nicely, the market is competitive when those opting for the same position as recent college graduates have doctorates or a master's degree.
Therefore, starting early is a great beginning step to understanding your options.
"Yesterday I was researching grad schools on the internet because I want to further my degree in advertising and public relations," Diana Morelli said, a sophomore.
"Especially in today's world, activities such as grad school and studying abroad can set you apart from other students."
According to a 2003 Salary.com survey, master's degree holders earned an average of $10,000 dollars more a year than those with bachelors.
Add more years to the equation, and those with PhD's rake in a $100,000 dollar annual salary.
The benefits also speak volumes. Earning a graduate degree can further a student's career, boost their credentials, gain professional respect and raise their salary.
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Jonathan
posted 11/20/08 @ 3:18 AM NA
Win the lottery. JK. Mann this article was in depth, for real. I like the bright future choice.
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