Graduate school can feel like it has its own language. You may have heard students and faculty say certain phrases in passing, but what does it mean? Are these terms critical for your own studies, or are they just academic lingo? At WPI, we are experts in all things graduate school, and we’ve got your back!…Continue Reading 40 Phrases Every Graduate Student Should Know
Why get a master’s degree in biotechnology? The field of biotechnology is ever-changing, fueled by exciting developments in almost every field of science. Biotechnology is at the interface of biological sciences and engineering sciences with the goal of using whole organisms or parts of organisms for products and services from food to fuel, from artificial…Continue Reading What Can I Do With a Master’s In Biotechnology?
Introduction In today’s competitive job market where specialized degrees and knowledge are increasingly valued, the decision to pursue a graduate degree can mean big things for your career and personal development. It takes careful consideration of lots of factors, including your career goals, financial situation, lifestyle, and learning style. Whether you are weighing the pros…Continue Reading Online vs. In-Person Graduate Programs
Professionals pursuing a graduate degree have been on the rise in recent years, and you might be wondering: is graduate school worth it? You may have worked with many people who have a master’s degree already. Perhaps you are an undergraduate student trying to decide if you will enter the workforce or continue with higher…Continue Reading Is Grad School Worth It?
Why Get a Master’s Degree in AI? Artificial intelligence (AI) is in virtually every headline nowadays. It has begun to filter into every industry, including art, education, social media, business, and beyond. Those in the technology field have known about the usefulness of AI and have been using it to train and build algorithms for…Continue Reading What Can I Do With a Master’s Degree in Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Picture it: you’re finally ready to earn your master’s degree. You’ve been out of the classroom for a few years, maybe more. (Maybe a lot more.) As you’re gathering all the documents you need for the application, you see your undergraduate grade point average (GPA). Your heart sinks. You wonder: can I even get into a competitive program…Continue Reading Build An A+ Grad School Application
Welcome to the Gateway Scholar Spotlight Series! WPI Online recently launched the Gateway Scholarship, which is awarded each year to 5 of our online, part-time graduate students. This series will introduce you to the award winners: working professionals who are pursuing their educational goals through WPI Online while juggling career, family, and more. One visit to any…Continue Reading Engineering the Happiest Place on Earth – Gateway Scholar Spotlight
By Caitlin Keller Juggling work, school, and other commitments can make you feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. Luckily, a solid, realistic study plan can free up space in your mind–and your schedule–and help you stay on target in school and life. Here are some simple tips for a great study plan that works for…Continue Reading Grad School Hacks: How to Make a Study Plan
By Jim Girouard Over the next three years, there will be a three-fold increase in global data, bringing us to a whopping 40,000 exabytes by 2020. That’s 10 to the 18th power, or one billion gigabytes. Can you even picture that much of anything? What’s causing this explosion of data? All of us. Sensors in…Continue Reading Engineer’s Corner: What Does a Data Scientist Do?