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What is post-grad, and how do I approach on going to one after getting my bachelors ?
I just wanted to know how this works because I don't really understand it.
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Char’s Answer
Hi Noah,
As everyone has mentioned, a post-grad degree is a degree that you get after an undergraduate degree. Here's the general order of degrees based on years of study.
1. Associates (undergrad, 2 years)
2. Bachelors (undergrad, 4 years)
3. Masters (post-grad, 2 more years)
4. Doctorate (post-grad, 4 more years)
Getting a post-grad degree basically means that you'll be considered an expert in your field (because you've studied longer) and can take on leadership positions over people who have undergrad degrees. It also means you'll get paid more.
As far as how to approach getting a post-grad degree, you can only do this after getting an undergrad degree. If you already have an idea of what you want to do, it'll be easier and quicker for you to finish. Some careers require a post-grad degree before you can even work (for example, doctors and judges).
Other careers, like nursing and engineering, only require an undergrad degree, but you can go back to school to get a post grad degree if you want to become a leader in the field and get paid more.
As everyone has mentioned, a post-grad degree is a degree that you get after an undergraduate degree. Here's the general order of degrees based on years of study.
1. Associates (undergrad, 2 years)
2. Bachelors (undergrad, 4 years)
3. Masters (post-grad, 2 more years)
4. Doctorate (post-grad, 4 more years)
Getting a post-grad degree basically means that you'll be considered an expert in your field (because you've studied longer) and can take on leadership positions over people who have undergrad degrees. It also means you'll get paid more.
As far as how to approach getting a post-grad degree, you can only do this after getting an undergrad degree. If you already have an idea of what you want to do, it'll be easier and quicker for you to finish. Some careers require a post-grad degree before you can even work (for example, doctors and judges).
Other careers, like nursing and engineering, only require an undergrad degree, but you can go back to school to get a post grad degree if you want to become a leader in the field and get paid more.
I am really grateful you took the time to answer this question.
Noah
Char is spot on! The one thing I would add, is it is important to get some professional experience immediately after your BA/BS degree, so you are certain you want the post-graduate degree in that field. It will also help you to show the graduate school that you have a commitment to the field when you apply for grad school. It can be rough to go back to graduate school after getting a paycheck.... AND it is important to have that field experience when you get into a graduate program of study -- they want you to apply your knowledge and experience to theories of study, and it is easier to do that if you have lived it. Also, some fields are hesitant to hire someone with a Master's degree with no experience, because there is no evidence of your skills outside of the classroom.
Kathryn J. (KP) Palmieri
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Diane’s Answer
Post-grad means graduate school. There are many kinds of graduate schools to attend and would likely be the next step to pursuing your career goals or becoming more expert in whatever you studied in college (undergrad).
I am really grateful you took the time to answer this question.
Noah
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Eileen’s Answer
It is graduate school - meaning a degree after one's bachelors. First things first.....get your bachelors degree and then decide if you want or need to go to graduate school and get a masters and then a phd. But - one foot in front of the other - course of study first, a college/university second - and a completed degree third.
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Vamshee’s Answer
You are smart and asking very good question ..Always plan ahead for future, so you can prepare accordingly.
If one like to continue higher education after completing the Undergraduate Study (Bachelor's Degree), one can pursue Post Graduate options.
Typically, it's a master's degree from any Graduate College. There are some certification courses, professional certificates or Doctorol programs one can consider depends upon their interest and major they like to pursue.
Many Universities offer Accelerated master's Program or Bachelor's and master's Dual Degree which might save time and cost if you can figure out what major/specialization you like to pursue by 3 rd. year of your undergrad study.
Some jobs and Speiclaty careers required min master's degree to be eligible for job and Also master's degree can bring better career opportunities and job growth. Undergrad with good working experience can compensate for Master's in some careers so it's all how you perform on job and how you acquire new skills working on a job.
Set your Aspirational Career Goals and Personal Interests when choosing your undergrad study, as you join the college and pursue your course you can explore more about the interests and options in your interest of study, reach out to College Counseller, talk to your professors, networking with your seniors in college, explore jobs opportunities and requirements in your area to get an idea which major has more opportunities and interests you...Some students like to get into job first and get some experience to decide on Post Grad Options which is good as well as you earn some money, get exposure and can decide on major or specialization . Some employers offer tuition assistance/sponsor the master's program. One can pursue Part Time or Full Time or Online Programs based on their comfort.
If one is interested in management or business side, one can pursue master's in business administration (MBA).
Hope this helps and gives some idea to begin with.
If one like to continue higher education after completing the Undergraduate Study (Bachelor's Degree), one can pursue Post Graduate options.
Typically, it's a master's degree from any Graduate College. There are some certification courses, professional certificates or Doctorol programs one can consider depends upon their interest and major they like to pursue.
Many Universities offer Accelerated master's Program or Bachelor's and master's Dual Degree which might save time and cost if you can figure out what major/specialization you like to pursue by 3 rd. year of your undergrad study.
Some jobs and Speiclaty careers required min master's degree to be eligible for job and Also master's degree can bring better career opportunities and job growth. Undergrad with good working experience can compensate for Master's in some careers so it's all how you perform on job and how you acquire new skills working on a job.
Set your Aspirational Career Goals and Personal Interests when choosing your undergrad study, as you join the college and pursue your course you can explore more about the interests and options in your interest of study, reach out to College Counseller, talk to your professors, networking with your seniors in college, explore jobs opportunities and requirements in your area to get an idea which major has more opportunities and interests you...Some students like to get into job first and get some experience to decide on Post Grad Options which is good as well as you earn some money, get exposure and can decide on major or specialization . Some employers offer tuition assistance/sponsor the master's program. One can pursue Part Time or Full Time or Online Programs based on their comfort.
If one is interested in management or business side, one can pursue master's in business administration (MBA).
Hope this helps and gives some idea to begin with.
Thank you so much for the advice.
Noah