Join this interactive conference designed to guide you through every step of the graduate and professional school application process. Gain actionable strategies for applying to advanced degree programs and connect directly with industry experts to help set your application apart. Plus, network with experts for preparation help.

• Date: Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
• Time: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
• Location: IRB 0318
• Register here!  Handshake: umd.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/2000464

By the end of this event, participants will:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the graduate and professional school application process across multiple disciplines.
• Identify strategies for preparing competitive applications, including personal statements, resumes, and interviews.
• Explore pathways to medical school, law school, and Ph.D. programs through guidance from admissions experts and current graduate students.
• Learn how artificial intelligence tools can support graduate school planning, career exploration, and application preparation.
• Discover funding opportunities, including scholarships, fellowships, assistantships, and other financial aid resources.
• Build meaningful connections with faculty, admissions professionals, and peers to support their graduate and professional school journey.

Workshop Sessions:

• Getting into Medical School
  • -The George Washington University
• Getting into Law School
  • Howard University; UDC David A. Clarke School of Law,
• Getting into Master’s and Doctoral Programs
• Reclaim Your Career and Life: I Would Rather Die Dancing Than Sitting At My Desk
• Strategies for Developing a Competitive Personal Statement
• How to Use AI to Design Your Graduate & Professional School-to-Career PATH