Graduate and Professional School Resources
Many of our Sociology and Anthropology majors have gone on to graduate programs over the last 20 years. Each of these students started where you are. They asked themselves whether graduate school was the right next step. They talked with their professors about their experiences in graduate school and what kinds of jobs they would be eligible for with an advanced degree. Through our discussions with those students, we have compiled the resources below to aid you in the process of planning for graduate or professional school.
Selecting a Program
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American Anthropological Association Guide to Programs (a copy is available in Department's main office)
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American Sociological Association Guide to Graduate Programs (a copy is available Department's main office)
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The Academic Common Market
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NOTE: The College of Charleston does not participate in the Academic Common Market. However, we encourage our graduating students to consult this resource when considering graduate school options outside of South Carolina.
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College Source Online College Catalog Database
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Graduate School Programs in Anthropology (searchable database)
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Peace Corps Graduate School
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U.S. Universities (searchable database)
Completing the Graduate School Application
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The Application Process for Anthropology Graduate Programs (but relevant for Sociology programs, too)
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Graduate School Checklist (pdf)
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How to Request a Letter of Recommendation
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Sample of Statements of Purpose and Biographical Statements from Anthropology Students
Graduate School Test Preparation
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Graduate and Professional School Test Preparation at the College of Charleston
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The Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
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The Law School Admissions Test (LSAT)
Financing Your Graduate Education
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FastWeb
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Free Application for Federal Student Aid
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Minority Scholarship Programs
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Nationally Coveted College Scholarships, Graduate Fellowships and Postdoctoral Awards