The variety of graduate study options

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This group of articles examines the range of study options available to grad students. Topics covered include part-time and full-time studies as well as the differences between masters and doctoral studies.

Balancing work and school

• "Going to grad school part-time"
  Details the many advantages of part-time graduate study, as well as a few drawbacks
• "Going to grad school full-time (while working part-time, if at all)"
  Discusses the pros and cons of studying full-time, and contrasts it with part-time study

Degree? Joint-degree? Certificate?

• "What's the difference between a masters and a doctoral degree?"
  Compares and contrasts these two types of graduate degrees for those on the fence
• "Joint-degree programs: An overview"
  Covers the advantages, challenges, and mechanics of pursuing two degrees at once
• "Certification as an alternative to, or part of, a graduate degree"
  Shows the benefits of certification, whether on its own or as part of a graduate program

Related content elsewhere in this resource center

• Alternatives to grad school
  Our set of articles exploring alternatives to graduate study
• "Are you ready for the lifestyle changes?"
  Gives an overview of the impact that grad school can have on your current lifestyle
• "Are you financially ready for grad school?"
  Gives a big picture view of the financial considerations facing potential grad students