Career & Life Planning
Applying to Graduate School

Grad School or Job?
Learn more about whether graduate school is right for you.
Going to graduate school is a tremendous investment of time, energy and financial resources. Take time to think about WHY you want to attend graduate school.
Good Reasons to Go to Graduate School:
- An advanced degree is required for entrance into your chosen field.
- You are willing to complete additional coursework or gain work experience to be competitive.
- You have researched the profession and there is a strong match between your skills, interests, values and what the program specifics.
- You have a strong desire for advanced studies, regardless of your specific career goal.
- You want to teach at the college level or conduct research.
- Obtaining an advanced degree will increase your earning potential.
Consider Alternatives to Graduate School If..
- You hope to avoid or delay your job search.
- You are still uncertain about your career direction.
Schedule an appointment with a counselor in the Center for Career & Life Planning to discuss your options.
Pre-Med, Pre-Law, or Pre-Engineering? Contact an Advisor:
Pre-Law Advising: Eric Smaw, esmaw@rollins.edu
Pre-Health Advising: Dr. Marisa Fuse, mfuse@rollins.edu
Pre-Engineering Advising, Dr. Whitney Coyle, wcoyle@rollins.edu
Check Out the Graduate Programs Rollins has to Offer:
Master of Arts: Applied Behavior Analysis and Clinical Science
Master of Arts: Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Master of Business Administration - Offered through the Crummer Graduate School of Business