Post-Grad Checklist
What are your plans after graduation? Whether it is going to graduate school, medical school, law school, and/or the workforce it is important to start planning early. Here are some ideas to consider when planning your future goals:
Graduate School
Research universities that offer the academic area you want to pursue
Research professors who have similar academic interests as you
Research admission requirements; ask about fee waiver requirements
Research examination requirements such as Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)
Research funding opportunities such as awards, merit-based funding, assistantships, fellowships, scholarships, and jobs
Develop relationships with your academic advisors and professors
Have at least 3 references/ letters of recommendation by the time you graduate
Be involved in extracurricular activities
For additional information: Contact Department Advisor
Center for Multicultural Academic Excellence
Workforce
Visit the Career Center
Meet with a Career Counselor
Update/ create your resume
Participate in the Practice Interview Program
Arrange informational interviews
Attend a workshop
Attend job fairs on and off-campus
Attend the Diversity Career Symposium
Meet employers on campus
Join job and internship databases
Develop relationships with your academic advisors and professors
Have at least 3 references/ letters of recommendation by the time you graduate
Speak with professors, academic advisors, and career counselors about job opportunities in your field
Be involved in extracurricular activities
For additional information: Contact the Career Center
