1. Is it a year, two-year or even longer time commitment?
2. What are the costs and are you financially prepared.
3. Should I start my career first and then attend grad school?
4. Will your employer pick up any of the tuition costs?
5. What will the earning potential be once your degree is attained?
6. Do you have the time and ambition to get through the program?
7. Will you be part-time or a full-time student?
8. Classroom or an online program?
9. Is there an opportunity to have an assistantship or fellowships that helps with tuition costs?
10. How much time can I commit to homework each week?
11. Find out the graduation rate and how long it will take to obtain your degree.
12. What are the main reasons for attaining your degree?
13. In your career, will you need to have a higher degree to advance?
14. What will be your return on your investment?
15. Is there a certificate or professional development class you can take first to help you advance.
Find the answers to these 15 questions and then you can make an informed decision about whether graduate school is right for you. Good luck in your decision making process!
Cindy - ICAN Hiawatha Center