Is Grad School for Me?: Demystifying the Application Process for First-Gen BIPOC Students

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Univ of California Press, Apr 16, 2024 - Education - 368 pages
The first book to provide first-generation, low-income, and nontraditional students of color with insider knowledge on how to consider and navigate graduate school
 
Is Grad School for Me? is a calling card and a corrective to the lack of clear guidance for historically excluded students navigating the onerous undertaking of graduate school—starting with asking if grad school is even a good fit. This essential resource offers step-by-step instructions on how to maneuver the admissions process before, during, and after applying.
 
Unlike other guides, Is Grad School for Me? takes an approach that is both culturally relevant and community based. The book is packed with relatable scenarios, memorable tips, common myths and mistakes, sample essays, and templates to engage a variety of learners. With a strong focus on demystifying higher education and revealing the hidden curriculum, this guide aims to diversify a wide range of professions in academia, nonprofits, government, industry, entrepreneurship, and beyond.
 

Contents

The Journey to Is Grad School for Me?
1
BEFORE APPLYING
29
Is Graduate School Right for Me?
54
Myths and Misconceptions of Graduate School
82
Getting Organized and Creating the Grad School List
113
The Statement of Purpose
143
The Personal and Diversity Statements
182
Letters of Recommendations Hidden Costs Other
208
AFTER APPLYING
241
Interviews Relationships and Funding
254
You Said Yes Now What? Preparing for the Transition into
283
Notes
309
Acknowledgments
325
Bibliography
337
Index
349
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