Exploring Graduate School

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Have you ever thought about going to graduate school? 

The Exploring Graduate School series assists SJSU undergraduate students understand graduate school in more depth by exploring various graduate school-related topics to see whether graduate school is right for you. Hear from current students, alumni, and fculty as they explain the application process,  finding and funding the right graduate program for you, and many other important topics.

We will be hosting three workshops in the series this spring Semester! See details below:

Demystifying Grad School

This workshop will provide participants with information about what graduate school is, how it differs from undergrad, how to find graduate school programs, and what the application process is like.
Date: Wednesday 3/11/26
Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Personal Statement Workshop

In collaboration with the Writing Center, this workshop will provide participants with tips for writing your personal statement for graduate applications.
Date: Thursday 3/26/26
Time: 4:00-5:00pm

Funding Your Graduate School Education:

This workshop will provide information about funding opportunities at SJSU and general guidance when exploring funding options for a graduate school program.

Date/Time: TBD

Register for a Workshop

Take a look at the College of Graduate Studies and the Career Center online Exploring Graduate School series recording. 

Program Session Registration
What are the Benefits of Graduate School? Click to View Recording
How Do I Find and Fund the Right Graduate Program? Click to View Recording
What Do I Need to Apply to Graduate School? Click to View Recording
SJSU Graduate Student and Alumni Panel  Click to View Recording
SJSU General Information Session Click to View Upcoming Dates