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STEM Graduate Programs and Fellowships
General Student Resources
- Searching for a Program
Watch this quick video on how to used our advanced search page to find programs. - Student Information Form
Use this form to sign up to receive notifications about programs and opportunities that match your interests and level of study.
Graduate School Resources
- Grad School Tips on Applying
How to find the right graduate department and advisor for you, how to find funding, and how to get organized to make the process as smooth as possible! - Applying to Graduate School: Tips Timeline, and Tools of the Trade (CIC)
A thorough guide to the graduate school process including a detailed timeline that you can follow as you apply. - The Difference Between the Grad and Undergrad Experience
What are the major differences between the undergraduate and graduate experience? A quick summary of how the two differ, including funding, relationship with your advisor, classwork and research, and independence. - How to Find the Right Grad Program
A checklist of questions to ask STEM graduate schools, departments, and programs. These questions will help you get the information you need to choose the right graduate program for you.
Preparing Applications Resources
- Tips on Creating a Winning Application
General tips to help you improve your applications — whether it be to scholarships, internships, or REUs (research experiences for undergraduates). - Writing Strong Essays and Personal Statements
Targeted toward undergraduate students, this handout provides detailed suggestions on strengthening your essays. - Getting Strong Letters of Recommendation
The what, why, and how, of getting strong letters of recommendation. - Enhancing Your Fellowship Application
Tips for strengthening your graduate fellowship applications.
Programs and resources for prospective and current STEM postdoctoral researchers.
Programs and Funding
- Browse over 150 different STEM postdoc positions
- Search 50+ programs and opportunities for current STEM faculty
- Fellowships for postdocs and early career professionals
- Sign up for information on funding and programs!
Find Faculty Positions
Resource Toolbox
- Mentoring Manual
Tips and advice for the mentor-mentee relationship. - Contacts Directory
A searchable directory of faculty, staff, and administrators in STEM
Postdoc Experiences
- Postdoc Positions: What? How? Why?
What are they good for? How does it all work? Finding and applying to positions. - Questions to Ask When Choosing A Postdoc Advisor
A check list of questions to use when evaluating a potential postdoctoral position. - Tips on Postdoc Placements
Two Views from the field. - Negotiating A Postdoc Position
Why, what and how to negotiate the terms of a post doc position offer.
