Why Graduate School?

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Why Graduate School?

• Higher starting salary
• More responsibility
• Increased flexibility in job assignments

• but mainly....
• Because you are interested in learning more
  about the world around you.

DO IT BECAUSE YOU LOVE LEARNING.
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What is Graduate School?
Advanced coursework focused in your area of
interest, plus research on a selected
topic. Masters (MS) 1 to 2 years beyond the
Bachelors. 30 hours thesis. Doctorate (PhD)
Masters 30 hours dissertation.
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How Do I Get In?

• Take the Graduate Record Exam www.gre.org
• Get reference letters from professors
• Decide on your main interest areas
• Learn which schools and professors excel in those
  areas
• Write a one-page self-assessment
• Apply to schools of your choice
  www.grad-auburn.edu