Panel Discussion: How to Choose the Best Graduate Offer
March 18, 2025 9:00 am EDT
Choosing the right graduate program is a critical step in shaping your academic and professional future. This webinar will provide prospective graduate students with a structured approach to evaluating multiple offers, ensuring they make a well-informed decision.
Topics covered will include:
• Aligning program selection with long-term career objectives
• Assessing research opportunities and faculty expertise
• Understanding financial considerations, including scholarships and funding
• Evaluating institutional resources, professional development, and support services
• Key factors to consider before accepting an offer
Participants will gain practical strategies to systematically compare graduate program offers and select the best fit for their goals.
Panelists:
• Dr. James E. Callaghan – Senior International Officer & Assistant Vice-President for International Education, Georgia College & State University
• Rachel Burcin – Global Programs Manager, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University
• Sarah Hodges – Assistant Director of Graduate Programs and Admissions, University of Connecticut
Topics covered will include:
• Aligning program selection with long-term career objectives
• Assessing research opportunities and faculty expertise
• Understanding financial considerations, including scholarships and funding
• Evaluating institutional resources, professional development, and support services
• Key factors to consider before accepting an offer
Participants will gain practical strategies to systematically compare graduate program offers and select the best fit for their goals.
Panelists:
• Dr. James E. Callaghan – Senior International Officer & Assistant Vice-President for International Education, Georgia College & State University
• Rachel Burcin – Global Programs Manager, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University
• Sarah Hodges – Assistant Director of Graduate Programs and Admissions, University of Connecticut
