Thinking about grad school, but not sure where to start? Wondering how to apply, how to pay, or if it’s even right for you?
SHPE’s Passport to Graduate School
is offered each spring and is your all-in-one guide to navigating the path to a master’s or doctoral degree in STEM. Whether you’re a current undergraduate, recent graduate, or early-career professional, this program will give you the clarity, confidence, and community you need to take the next step.
What is Passport to Graduate School?
Passport to Graduate School is a national SHPE program designed to help more our student and professional members explore and pursue graduate education in STEM. Through virtual workshops, mentorship, and practical resources, the program makes the application process easier to understand and supports members seeing graduate school as a realistic and valuable next step in their academic and professional journey.
Who Should Participate?
- SHPE undergraduate members considering a master’s or PhD
- Recent grads looking to return to school
- Professionals in STEM curious about research, teaching, or leadership roles that require an advanced degree
- Anyone who feels unsure but interested — this program is built for you.
Why It Matters
Many people face obstacles when considering graduate education in STEM, from limited information to uncertainty about where to begin. Passport to Graduate School helps address those challenges by increasing access to guidance, building confidence, and creating a support system that encourages candidates throughout the process.
Grad school is not just for the few. It’s for YOU.
Get Your Passport
Ready to explore the possibilities? Join the Passport to Graduate School program and take your first step toward an advanced degree — and the doors it can open. Look for event invitations in the spring through SHPE Nation!
In the meantime, check out recordings from our past events.
Passport to Graduate School
Be a Star: How to Create a Competitive Graduate School Application
01:28:23
Finding a Grad School Advisor & Coltie App Intro
01:01:28
Funding your Masters Degree
01:09