Grad School Resources

While there are many strategies for choosing a graduate program, the key to determining the best programs for you is identifying where you are likely to succeed, where each program can take you, and your personal preferences. Here are some of GradSchoolShopper.com’s favorite resources for finding your future in the physical sciences. If you have a favorite that should be on this list, contact us!

 

SPS Observer Magazine: The Grad School Issue

SPS Observer is the magazine of the Society of Physics Students, published quarterly by the American Institute of Physics. As an official companion to GradSchoolShopper.com, SPS Observer’s fall issue is centered around valuable guidance on the graduate school path in physics and astronomy, with stories from those who’ve been where you are now. The fall issue on grad school is delivered each September alongside AIP’s flagship magazine, PHYSICS TODAY.

The grad school issue offers an unmatched set of articles and Q&As that cover various topics:

Browse annual issues online or peruse the latest articles by category.

 

Spotlight on Partner Resources

Physics Today on education and careers

Physics Today, the flagship publication of the American Institute of Physics, is the most influential and closely followed physics magazine in the world. For articles on graduate school and career pathways, see Physics Today’s latest education and careers coverage or browse the careers issues published each October.

Radiations on hidden physicists

Ever wondered what you can do with a physics degree? Check out the hidden physicist stories published in Radiations, the magazine of the physics and astronomy honor society Sigma Pi Sigma. Real people with backgrounds in physics who don’t become physics professors write about their careers―in baking, science journalism, data privacy, and so many more areas―and share advice with physics undergraduates.

The SPS Observer on graduate school and careers

The SPS Observer is the quarterly magazine of the Society of Physics Students (SPS). Graduate school and careers are frequently discussed in two departments: Professional Development: Tips to Build Your Career and Pathways: Advice from Experienced Voices.

 

Additional Resources

Bridge programs

Financial support

Grad school applications, advice, and data

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