Graduate School Preparation
Plan Your Next Step with Confidence
Deciding whether to pursue graduate school is a major step in your academic and professional journey. Whether you’re exploring your options, preparing applications, or finalizing your decision, the CSUN Career Center is here to help you rise with confidence and navigate the process with clarity and support.
How We Can Help
Applying to graduate school can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. We provide personalized guidance and resources to help you make informed decisions and submit strong applications. Our support includes:
- Decision-Making Support – Consult with a career counselor to assess whether graduate school aligns with your professional goals.
- Application Assistance – Get help with personal statements, application materials, and crafting a compelling graduate school application.
- Letters of Recommendation Strategies – Understand how to approach faculty and mentors for strong recommendation letters.
Connect with Us
Take the next step in your graduate school journey by scheduling a one-on-one career counseling appointment or stopping by for a drop-in session. Whether you need help deciding on a program or refining your personal statement, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Are you looking for guidance or want to learn about the resources available? Please stop by during our open hours for in-person support.
Our Front Desk Counter is open for questions on Career resources on:
Monday-Thursday: 9 am - 5 pm
Friday: 9 am - 4 pm
Join the session to speak with one of our staff members, who will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns about Career resources.
Not sure where to begin? Let us help point you in the right direction!
Monday-Friday:
10 am - 12 pm
1 pm - 3 pm
Zoom Room:
Meeting ID: 850 2605 8361
Passcode: 705873
Have a major or career related question? Need your resume or cover letter critiqued?
Checkout our in-person and virtual 15-minute Drop-Ins:
First Week of Spring Schedule
In-Person Drop-Ins
Tuesday - Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Virtual Drop-Ins
Tuesday - Thursday: 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm.
SPRING 2025
In-Person Drop-Ins
| Monday | Wednesday |
| 12:00pm – 2:00pm | 1:00pm – 3:00pm |
Virtual Drop-Ins
| Tuesday | Thursday |
| 1:00pm – 3:00pm | 12:00pm – 2:00pm |
Zoom Room:
Meeting ID: 832 0588 9319
Passcode: 829212
EOP Drop-Ins
Tuesday: 1 pm - 3 pm
The EOP Career Program will hold EOP Career Drop-Ins in the EOP Community Room (Bayramian Hall 225) until April 29th, 2025.
Virtual EOP Drop-Ins
Thursday: 10 am - 11 am
**Please email us in advance!
Resources to Help You Prepare
We’ve gathered valuable tools and guides to help you research programs, understand application timelines, and strengthen your application.