Building Bridges to a Graduate Degree is designed to provide support for Texas State undergraduate students who are interested in applying to a graduate program at Texas State. Apply for this initiative to learn how graduate school works, craft a high-quality graduate school application, and set the stage for success in a graduate program.
Explore Graduate School
Are you thinking about furthering your education by obtaining a graduate degree? Are you wondering how different this is from undergraduate studies? Learn about the benefits of graduate school by attending one of our upcoming graduate information events.
Upcoming Graduate Information Sessions

If you would like to register for a Grad Info Session on a mobile device, turn the device horizontally to access the registration link on an entry below.
- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Gail Zank
Department of Marketing
gailzank@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Register for Zoom link access Click here for more information
- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Gail Zank
Department of Marketing
gailzank@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Register for Zoom link access Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Austin Allen
gcevents@txstate.edu
512-245-4933 - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Are you thinking about furthering your education by attaining a graduate degree? Are you wondering how different this is from undergraduate studies? Learn about the benefits of graduate school by attending our Graduate Information Sessions and get to know graduate studies with us!
Austin Allen – Recruiting Coordinator at The Graduate College
Register today!
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Austin Allen
gcevents@txstate.edu
512-245-4933 - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Are you thinking about furthering your education by attaining a graduate degree? Are you wondering how different this is from undergraduate studies? Learn about the benefits of graduate school by attending our Graduate Information Sessions and get to know graduate studies with us!
Austin Allen – Recruiting Coordinator at The Graduate College
Register today!
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Nandhini Rangarajan, Ph.D.
nr11@txstate.edu
512-245-3285 - Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Political Science
Join this virtual information session hosted by the Texas State University Master of Public Administration program. At this session, you will meet with the MPA director to learn more about the program. Your questions about eligibility to apply for the program, degree plan, internship, scholarship and study abroad opportunities and any other questions you might have about pursuing a graduate degree in public administration will be addressed.
Zoom link to attend: bit.ly…
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Austin Allen
gcevents@txstate.edu
512-245-4933 - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Are you thinking about furthering your education by attaining a graduate degree? Are you wondering how different this is from undergraduate studies? Learn about the benefits of graduate school by attending our Graduate Information Sessions and get to know graduate studies with us!
Austin Allen – Recruiting Coordinator at The Graduate College
Register today!
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Austin Allen
gcevents@txstate.edu
512-245-4933 - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Are you thinking about furthering your education by attaining a graduate degree? Learn about the various funding opportunities for prospective graduate students as well as resources to help you secure funding!
Presented by: Dr. Brian Smith, Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz, and Lynette Lombardo –Funding Coordinators at The Graduate College.
Register today!
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Austin Allen
gcevents@txstate.edu
512-245-4933 - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Are you thinking about furthering your education by attaining a graduate degree? Learn about how financial aid is different once you transition to graduate studies as well as resources to help you secure financial aid!
Presented by: Dr. Byron Kerr - Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Scholarships at the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Register today!
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Austin Allen
gcevents@txstate.edu
512-245-4933 - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Are you thinking about furthering your education by attaining a graduate degree? Are you wondering how different this is from undergraduate studies? Learn about the benefits of graduate school by attending our Graduate Information Sessions and get to know graduate studies with us!
Austin Allen – Recruiting Coordinator at The Graduate College
Register today!
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Austin Allen
gcevents@txstate.edu
512-245-4933 - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Are you thinking about furthering your education by attaining a graduate degree? Are you wondering how different this is from undergraduate studies? Learn about the benefits of graduate school by attending our Graduate Information Sessions and get to know graduate studies with us!
Austin Allen – Recruiting Coordinator at The Graduate College
Register today!
A Timeline for Applying to Graduate School
The process of applying to graduate school can seem overwhelming; for some, however, it may help to break down the process in smaller parts and tackle each step individually. If you're thinking about applying, review our example timeline (for fall admission) to get an idea about what steps to take and when to take them. Every school and program are different — to start, some programs offer spring admission — so you'll need to adjust the timeline accordingly, ideally giving yourself a year for a stress-free assembly of materials.
Summer 2023
Review your preferred program(s) and the corresponding application requirements, policies, and deadlines. Begin working on the necessary documents, such as resumes, CVs, and statements of purpose. If necessary, take the GRE or GMAT, and contact your references for your letters of recommendation.
Fall 2023
Submit your application(s) and all required application materials for admission and funding opportunities, if available.
Spring 2024
Receive your decision. If admitted, begin reviewing external funding opportunities as well.
Fall 2024
Congratulate yourself! You are officially a graduate student. Continue looking for awards, internships, scholarships, and grants to help fund your studies and participate in conferences and other academic competitions and workshops to enhance your professional development and your resume!
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512.245.2281 at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
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