Looking to start your graduate education? The University of Charleston, S.C. at the College of Charleston is waiving application fees December 1st, 2020 through January 15th, 2021. Applicants for any of our 22 master’s degrees and 9 graduate certificate programs can use the waiver code 2021BFWUCSC to bypass the application fee now through January 15th,…
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Ask the Grad Office! – Applying to Graduate
Have a question for the staff in the Graduate School Office? “Ask the Grad Office” is our FAQ series, where we work to answer our most frequently asked questions from our current students. Have a question you’d like answered in a future post? Submit your questions to gradstud@cofc.edu, or message us on Instagram @cofcgradschool! Looking…
The Master of Public Administration Program Announces New Executive Format
On April 16th, 2019, the Master of Public Administration Program at the College of Charleston announced a new Executive format starting Fall 2019. “At its core,” the program’s official press release reads. “Executive education allows ambitious mid-career professionals to earn an advanced degree without having to withdraw from work and life commitments.” The new Executive…
Spring, Summer, and Fall 2019 Applications are Open!
The Fall 2018 semester has just begun, but the University of Charleston, S.C. is already looking forward to welcoming our Spring, Summer, and Fall 2019 graduate students! The application period began on August 1, 2018 for all 24 degree and 10 certificate programs offered here at UCSC. Each degree and certificate program has their own…
Graduate Spotlight: Abbie Cain
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Abbie Cain to the M.S. in Environmental Studies (MES) program. Abbie is our new Program Coordinator and Director of the Student Garden at Dixie Plantation. Abbie has been at the College of Charleston since 2014, previously in the Center for International Education. Prior to that, she held various positions at…
Growing Professionalism by Kristen Young, MPA graduate c/o 2013
These days, being professional is about a lot more than a shiny resume and strong educational background. Luckily, the College of Charleston is here to help. We all know the Graduate School offers top-notch education in a variety of programs to offer students with a competitive edge in the workforce. Excitingly, it also offers resources…
10 Lessons I Learned In My First Year about Graduate School
10 Lessons I Learned In My First Year Of Grad School 1. I might be able to still pull all-nighters but I do not nearly enjoy them as much. In undergrad, I’d have a genuine sense of accomplishment after I pulled an all-nighter. And I pulled several to the point it was the norm, not…
Finals Survival Guide: Day Two
Hopefully Monday came and went and today you are feeling recharged and ready for the rest of the week ahead! Today’s tip is to team up with a study buddy to keep your spirits up and your wits about you. Humans are not solitary creatures, and after consecutive hours sitting in the quiet isolation of the…
Finals Survival Guide: Day One
It’s that time of the year again, and each day this week, we will be posting a tip for weathering the storm that is finals week. So as you furiously finish papers, projects, and presentations of all kinds, take a break to check back here for some pointers on surviving the end of the semester. On…
Library Improvement Summer Project 2014
Please take note of the important dates and associated activities as the library undergoes a significant improvements this summer. IMPORTANT DATES: 5/3/14 – 2nd & 3rd Floors closed. Special Collections closed. Book Stacks unavailable until August 18. Faculty Resource Room closed. 8/18/14 – Estimated completion date. All floors open, all collections available, all departments open…