Professional preparation includes both general preparation valueable to most careers, as well as more specific suggestions related to a certain discipline or career. Niagara offers a variety of resources to help you prepare for whatever interests you, including:
Once you have identified people that may be able to assist or counsel you about the field, talk to them about how they got into the field and what advice they have for someone starting a career in that field. Also find out what prerequisite experiences will help you to get into the field.
- Certain courses, majors, or minors?
- GPA requirements
- Graduate degree?
- Certain graduate programs may require specific exams
(GRE, LSAT, MCAT, GMAT, etc...)
- Exams: Certain positions may require Civil Service Exams, or Police/Trooper exams, etc.
- Internship or COOP experience
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In addition to the specialized websites and programs below, talk to your advisor or faculty about professional preparation in your major field.
A&S Major Specific Career Pages
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical and Pre-Professional Links
Service/Volunteer Organizations
Student Affairs and Higher Education Administration
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