After a great four years with your friends, the inevitable happens: graduation. This is the exciting time you have been working so hard for, and now it’s finally over! The next chapter for everyone begins: maybe moving back home, taking a job in a new city, or starting graduate school, like you! Perhaps you stay…Continue Reading How to Find Community Again After Undergrad
Starting grad school is an exciting step in your educational journey! Before you jump into learning, there are many items you may need to purchase or tasks you need to do beforehand. In this blog, we have compiled a convenient list of what you need to do or buy to succeed. *International Students: Please be…Continue Reading New Graduate Student Checklist
Pursuing a master’s degree is a big decision—especially for working professionals. In today’s evolving job market, pursuing a graduate degree has become a strategic move for many working professionals. In a competitive workforce, having a graduate degree can be a significant asset, offering numerous benefits that can enhance career prospects and personal growth. In this…Continue Reading 7 Reasons Working Professionals Should Get Their Graduate Degree
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