Articles & Advice by Tag - graduate-student

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College Students
(Re)Using Homework Assignments to Build a Professional Portfolio

I highly recommend reusing homework assignments and projects from high school and college to see if a portfolio can be built or skillsets showcased. As other Sage Scholars authors have mentioned, the work you do in college can launch your publishing career, even if you have no intention of pursuing a life of writing.

High School Students
5 Warning Signs to Look for When College Shopping

There are many considerations for choosing the school that is right for you. Consider the following questions when college shopping.

Financial Wellness & Planning
A significant change to 529 plans helps remove a major sticking point

A significant change to 529 savings plans now allows unused funds to be transferred into a Roth IRA without tax penalties, starting in 2024. This change helps families who have leftover money in their 529 plans but were previously limited in how they could use or withdraw it. However, there are specific requirements, such as the account being open for 15 years, and other rules to consider, like the annual Roth IRA contribution limit.

Career Planning & Networking
Always Negotiate: You Deserve More, So Ask for It

In the professional world, you want to advocate for the most competitive package for yourself. Here's why you should always negotiate for higher pay when you receive a job offer.

College Students
An American in England: The Differences in Higher Education

Adjusting to the British education system should be approached the same way you'd approach any change or new experience: with an open mind, an excitement to learn, and the ability to ask for help if needed.

Athletics & Extracurriculars
Another Way to Spend Your Summer: Summer Research Programs

If you're considering a graduate program, consider applying for a summer research program. These programs can give you a different perspective on what research looks like in your field.

Career Planning & Networking
Career Alignment, Putting Your Values First

This article discusses the importance of understanding where you draw your ideological lines.

Career Planning & Networking
Careers in Public Health

The field of public health is a great degree to pursue a wide variety of jobs. Whether you want to work in an academic institution, a nonprofit, a governmental agency, a trade association, a think tank, a private company, or somewhere else, there is a place for you!

College Students
Choosing Programs After the Fall of U.S. World News Rankings

You may have noticed the increasing, publicized backlash against U.S. World News' Ranking system. So, what does all this mean for the future of school rankings?

Career Planning & Networking
Choosing Your Master's Program

This article will give you information on continuing your education beyond an undergraduate degree.

College Students
College Essays and the No Prompt 'Prompt'

In college, essay prompts may disappear, leaving you to choose your own topics. How do you choose a topic when there are so many possibilities?

Career Planning & Networking
Considerations When Pursuing a Ph.D.

The journey of a doctoral degree can certainly be a rewarding experience, but it is essential to take several factors into account before embarking on this degree.

College Students
Courses Every Student Should Take No Matter the Major, Ranked

This article offers suggestions for ten courses you should take before you graduate.

College Students
Different Jobs to Work During College

While previous articles have covered the many benefits of working during college, this is a guide to the different types of jobs you should consider working during college.

College Admissions
Discover the Strength of the SAGE Scholars College Consortium

Exceptional choice, value, and outcomes for every kind of student

College Students
Don't Slip Through the Cracks

Here's how students can vigilantly advocate for themselves, make sure they stay on track with their goals, and not slip through the cracks.

Career Planning & Networking
Don't Waste Your College Tuition: Jerome Harper on a Future in Finance Part II.

In Part II our interview with Jerome Harper we will cover the importance of certificates and software for the finance and accounting industry.

Career Planning & Networking
Explaining Your Options for Graduate School

This article will explain the different types of graduate school programs, what they mean, and what type of education you may need to receive acceptance.

Career Planning & Networking
Furnishing Your First Apartment Sustainably and on a Budget Part One: Furniture

Check out this article for tips to save money and choose sustainable options as you furnish your first apartment.

Career Planning & Networking
Graduate School Survival Guide

Our Graduate School Survival Guide is designed to help students navigate this important transition and develop effective strategies to ensure successful completion of their program.

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