Groundwork for Grad School

What’s it like being a grad student? Join a group of current Mason graduate students from across the disciplines as they talk about their experiences and answer your questions.

Explore the graduate programs Mason has to offer during this expo. Representatives from across the colleges will be here to answer your questions (and hand out swag). Lunch will be served to registered participants, and a raffle for prizes will be held at 1:30pm.

Ever felt like you're faking it till you make it? Explore the depths of Imposterism and discover strategies to overcome it at our event. Join us in unraveling the facade and embracing authenticity!

What’s it like being a grad student? Join a group of current Mason graduate students from across the disciplines as they talk about their experiences and answer your questions.

What’s the difference between doing research as an undergraduate student and a graduate student? How do I talk about my undergraduate research in grad school applications? Our panel of faculty mentors will answer these questions and more.

How do you secure good letters of recommendation? Office of Fellowships staff and faculty will give you their best tips for building relationships with letter-writers and getting the best recommendations!

Finding a mentor is a crucial part of the grad school experience, but how do you find the right person? How do you know if a mentorship relationship is unhealthy? Join Natasha Latouf and Office of Fellowships staff as they discuss the ins and outs of grad mentoring.

Learn about the costs associated with graduate school and the common ways students pay for them. Office of Fellowships staff will spend extra time talking about external awards they can help you apply for.

Writing Center staff will guide you through writing and revising personal statements for grad programs across the disciplines.

What’s the difference between undergrad and grad school? Do you need a graduate degree? Join Associate Provosts Keith Renshaw and Laurence Bray for breakfast as they discuss these questions. Participants will be entered in a raffle!

What do you look for in a graduate program? How do you decide where to apply? Join Office of Fellowships staff to begin the search for your graduate school home.