Graduate School Prep Resources

Preparing for graduate school is an exciting and pivotal step in your academic and professional journey. From selecting the right programs and crafting compelling personal statements to acing entrance exams and securing strong recommendations, CPD is committed to helping you achieve your graduate school goals and embark on a path to success.

Find the Right Graduate Program For You

Look into various universities and programs that align with your interests and career aspirations. Consider factors such as the curriculum, faculty expertise, research opportunities, location, program reputation, and available resources.

Download the CPD Graduate School Exploration worksheet

Download the GradUate School Application Tracker

Attend the Grad & Professional School Fair

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 | 2pm-5pm | University Hall

The Graduate and Professional School Fair connects you with representatives from top programs in arts, business, education, fashion, law, medicine, psychology, public policy, social work, STEM, theology, and more.

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The MBA Application Timeline—With Chart

Published on August 6, 2024

Applying to business school is extremely taxing. Submitting a successful application requires thought, discipline, and the ability to juggle multiple projects at once. Sometimes, it’s hard to even know where to begin. We know—we’ve been there.

To help you through …

Mastering the GMAT: 6 Tips to Conquer with Confidence

Published on August 6, 2024

The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) – a four-letter acronym that can send shivers down the spine of even the most confident aspiring business school students. But fear not, for with the right approach and a dash of strategy, you …

Should I Go to Grad School? Here are 5 Good Reasons

Published on June 6, 2024

“Should I go to grad school?”

Longtime professional, current undergraduate student, or sector switcher—no matter where you are in your social-impact journey, you may have wondered whether grad school is right for you. From satisfying a degree requirement to …