Prospective Students Events
Explore the University of Rochester’s graduate programs in the School of Arts and Sciences and the Hajim School at one of our upcoming prospective student events. Engage with our admissions staff, faculty, and current graduate students to get insight into the dynamic community that makes the University of Rochester unique.
If you are interested in meeting 1:1 with an admissions representative please contact us to make an appointment during our office hours.
Events for prospective students:
- Get Ready Grad webinar series
- GradChats: Insights from the Inside
- University of Rochester on the Road
- Campus visits
Our event programming for the 2024-2025 academic year will be posted in August so be sure to check back soon to register!
Get Ready Grad Webinar Series
The Get Ready Grad Webinar series is a collection of webinars put together by The Office of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs at the University of Rochester to introduce students to graduate education. Our office will be joined by faculty, staff and students from across the university to introduce you to the graduate student experience. We will be discussing everything from financing your graduate degree, to tips for building a positive relationship with your advisor. We encourage to sign up for one or all of these sessions!
Why U of R Webinar
Date: August 26
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Learn about the unique opportunities, resources, and community that make the University of Rochester a compelling choice for graduate studies.
Applying to Grad School Webinar
Date: September 2
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Choosing the right program and university can be a daunting task. In this webinar, learn strategies for identifying and selecting the graduate program that best aligns with your academic interests and career goals.
Understanding App Process Webinar
Date: September 9
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: There are many components to a graduate school application. In this webinar you will gain a comprehensive overview of the graduate application process, including tips for preparing and submitting strong applications.
ISO International Webinar
Date: September 26
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Learn about the resources the University of Rochester has to support our international students.
Why U of R Webinar
Date: October 8
Time: 4-5 p.m.
Description: Learn about the unique opportunities, resources, and community that make the University of Rochester a compelling choice for graduate studies.
International Student Life
Date: October 10
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Discover essential information and resources to help international students successfully transition to and thrive in graduate school.
Applying to Grad School
Date: October 14
Time: 4-5 p.m.
Description: Choosing the right program and university can be a daunting task. In this webinar, learn strategies for identifying and selecting the graduate program that best aligns with your academic interests and career goals.
Career Benefits of a Graduate Degree
Date: October 21
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Explore the various career advantages of obtaining a graduate degree and how it can enhance your professional trajectory.
Student Life Webinar
Date: October 28
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Get insights into managing the demands of graduate school while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Funding Grad Education PhD
Date: November 4
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Whether your considering a Masters of PhD program, understanding your funding options is a crucial step. This webinar is designed for you to better understand the different financial aid options available for PhD candidates to support your graduate education, including scholarships, assistantships, and fellowships.
Funding Grad Education Master’s
Date: November 11
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Whether your considering a Masters of PhD program, understanding your funding options is a crucial step. This webinar is designed for you to better understand the different financial aid options available for master’s candidates to support your graduate education, including scholarships, assistantships, and fellowships.
Understanding the Application Process
Date: November 18
Time: 4-5 p.m.
Description: There are many components to a graduate school application. In this webinar you will gain a comprehensive overview of the graduate application process, including tips for preparing and submitting strong applications.
Advisor/Advisee Webinar
Date: November 25
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Description: Learn about the importance of the advisor/advisee relationship and how to establish a productive and supportive partnership with your advisor.
Student Life Webinar
Date: December 2
Time: 4-5 p.m.
Description: Get insights into managing the demands of graduate school while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Advisor/Advisee Webinar
Date: December 9
Time: 4-5 p.m.
Description: Learn about the importance of the advisor/advisee relationship and how to establish a productive and supportive partnership with your advisor.
GradChats: Insights from the Inside
Come have a virtual chat with a few of our Grad Students to get first-hand insight into what it is like to be a graduate student at the University of Rochester. They are available to answer any questions you have about student life, academic life, the city of Rochester, and anything else that is on your mind!
University of Rochester on the Road
Our admissions team will be travelling through the country this Fall and next Spring to meet and chat with prospective students about our graduate programs in the Arts, Sciences and Engineering. Take a look at where we will be and come visit us there if you can! This schedule is updated regularly so be sure to check back frequently.
If you would like to schedule a 1:1 meeting with the admissions representative at the event, please contact shoughto@ur.rochester.edu to set up the meeting.
Do you have an event you think we should be attending? Contact Silka Houghton at shoughto@ur.rochester.edu