If you’re thinking about attending one of WVU’s graduate or PhD programs, you’re probably spending your time researching a variety of things: Your field of study, the programs in your department, what scholarships are available, what professors you may have, etc.

But one thing you should consider — if you already haven’t — is pursuing a graduate assistantship position. A graduate assistantship can give you practical teaching and research experience, not to mention networking connections and a...

Are you looking to pursue an advanced business degree but are having a tough time deciding whether to enroll in a traditional, classroom MBA program or going for a graduate school online option?

Are you wondering what the pros (and cons) of an online MBA program actually are?

Here at West Virginia University, we know that making a decision like this can be difficult, but before deciding on the traditional, in-person route towards a graduate degree, consider these four reasons to decide if an...

Ah, research. The endless hours in the lab, the original hypotheses, the evenings combing the library shelves. Not everyone loves research. But if you do, you should find a graduate program that provides the environment and support you need to get your hands dirty.

To start, you’re probably looking for a university that lives and breathes research: an R1 Doctoral University. Based on the Carnegie classification system, R1 institutions have the highest research activity of any American...

The landscape of businesses and the role of human resources and its managers is evolving.

If you have considered getting a graduate degree in HR, understanding why and how that landscape is changing may help you make a more informed decision on putting the time, energy, and money into pursuing a graduate degree. 

You may already be familiar with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (better known as FAFSA) from your days as an undergrad. It’s the most popular method of financing graduate school, providing over $150 billion each year to millions of students, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

FAFSA is a great option if you need to finance your master’s degree, but the deadline for the 2017-2018 school year is approaching faster than you might think.

WVU is here to share the top three...

West Virginia University is dedicated to providing you with the most helpful tips and advice possible when it comes to your questions and concerns surrounding graduate school.

That’s why we’ve taken the time in this blog post to list out the various downloadable, graduate admissions resources we have developed over the past year.

Note: Visit The WVU Resource Library and get access to the available resources, blog, and newsletter targeted at graduate degree-seeking students.

Are you considering starting graduate school in the fall? If so, you’ve probably already done most of your research on schools, programs, and tuition. But what research have you done on funding your graduate degree?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, from January 2006-July 2016 college tuition rates increased by 63 percent. The cost of a degree, whether it be a bachelor’s, master’s or Ph.D., is increasing each year.

Sure, you can take out private loans, but what most do not know is...

With continuing increases in tuition, thinking about financing graduate school can be stressful, but you probably know that scholarships are a great way to fund your education.

In fact, without scholarship aid, many students would not be able to afford college at all, let alone attend graduate school. If you really invest the time to do valuable research, you will find numerous opportunities to earn money toward your tuition.

Between the coursework and the new environment, the idea of beginning a master’s program can be stressful by itself.

So why add to your stress by being unsure of how you will finance your graduate school education?

Here at West Virginia University, we know that making the decision to enroll in a graduate program is an important investment. And that’s why we’re here to guide you as you figure out how to finance your master’s degree.

You’ve probably heard it said that pursuing a graduate degree in the humanities may leave you without the necessary skills to quickly land a job post-graduation. While it’s true that studying humanities might not put you on the same quick employment track as a degree in business or nursing, it’s been proven that a graduate degree in humanities will actually provide you with skills invaluable to the global workforce.

Here are three reasons to consider a graduate degree in humanities.