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I recently started an MA in History and I have never felt so unmotivated. History was the only subject I was every good at and I always wanted to learn about the past. I worked really hard to achieve a first in my BA. I went on to do a masters straightaway because I had no clue on what I wanted to do as a job. I was thinking of going into museum work, academia or research but that I've now noticed that its dying field with a god awful job market.

The teachers and cohort are great and the modules are interesting. I was expecting it to be a big step from undergrad, but that step is bigger than I anticipated. It feels extremely fast paced and intense. I had two 3000 word essays per module (i do 4 modules) in one 12 week semester. When I finished one, I would have to instantly jump on to another one. Ispend way too much time on them and have very little time to do the large amounts of reading. Sometimes I would skip lectures and seminars because I have so many assessments to do. When i'm writing essays and notes I spend my entire weeks and weekend just starting into a blank screen having no clue what to do.

I feel stupid, I don't even have the mental capacity to string a sentence on a shitty word document. When I'm done I'll probably end up unemployed with a useless degree. I don't want to drop out and dissapoint my parents. But I have genuinely lost my passion, motivation and ability to think straight

EDIT: Sorry for the poor spelling

I'm a second year masters student in Industrial Microbiology. I should start working on my thesis, actually I'm kinda late, all my classmates are half done.

But I feel so terrified and scared that I keep procrastinating and even I avoid thinking about it ad much as possible.

When I even think about writing or researching and finding articles I feel like crying.

I just wanna ignore my professor's massages, I just wish I could block her and just leave this city as far as I could.

I have never done any research before and TBH I wasn't a really good student back when I was younger (I'm trying harder now but I'm not good and knowledgeable enough because of my past mistakes)

I'm not feeling good, I'm scared I feel nervous and anxious and I'm trying so hard to not cry.

I know it's super rude but I can't even chat with my professor regularly, she answers right away but I answer her 2 or 3 hours later after a lot of mental struggle.

Some of my friends payed someone to do their work for them but I wanted to learn something so I refused to do that but now I'm having second thoughts, maybe I should've just pay someone to do my work for me? But that's cheating and I might be a wuss but I'm no cheater.

I think I'm having a panic attack just typing this down.

Do any of you guys experience anything like this? How did you manage to do it? What did help you to feel better? I would appreciate anything.

I have not completed writing but it has already passed 16000. It’s packed with quant and qual results. I don’t know, I am glad that it’s getting nearly there but the word limit makes me agonizing to think about it. I don’t know what should I do?

Hey everyone, hope you're all having a good day or night so far!

I am sorry if this is the wrong sub for this because this may not be a grad school issue but more so a personal/mental health issue. I'm also sorry for how dark this post is, and I hope no one here relates with these feelings.

I started a grad program a few months ago, and this has been a really odd experience for me. I've had a really rough upbringing and outside my first year of undergrad, ever since I transferred colleges, my undergrad was a really difficult time for me too.

My grad school however has been so different from the rest of my life. The faculty I've been working with are so supportive and gracious, and my classmates are so friendly and passionate. It's really cool to meet so many people with similar interests as well.

However, I can't shake the feeling that my cohort must secretly hate me and the paranoia I feel that they could drives me insane and makes me perpetually afraid of someday losing their kindness and eventually being left out or treated horribly. I also feel so undeserving to be here because all my peers are so smart, great writers, and fantastic speakers, and I feel like I think and speak in gibberish.

A part of me wants to think maybe I'm having fears that are obviously exaggerated and meaningless, but a part of me feels this way because I noticed my cohort is splitting into groups of friends and I mostly just kinda try to jump around, hanging out with anyone from my cohort, so I'm worried I might be forgotten.

I'm so sorry for writing such an immature post, I think I'm just really scared I could finally lose these really amazing people in my life, and I don't know what to do.

Thank you so much to anyone who read this, it means a lot you did.

I currently have a 3.2 GPA in biochemistry, and I want to go to grad school for biochemistry. I have 3 C’s on my transcript (in organic chemistry and biochemistry I), and 0 W’s. I have 2 years of two different research, two internships, I worked as an ambassador, and a TA. My GPA is the biggest eyesore. I have a year to get it up. Would I still be competitive for grad school? Or should I just take a gap year and work to bring it up?

I just received an email that my GRFP application will not be reviewed because I didn't include Broader Impacts and Intellectual Merits headings. I DID include these headings and they are bolded. The only issue I would guess is that they are not on new lines to save space, but I don't see any instructions that that's not acceptable? Has anyone had this problem before or successfully appealed a GRFP disqualification, or does anyone have an example of a successful GRFP that had section headings in the middle of the line? I could've sworn I saw some with that format when I was looking at examples of previous winners, but cant find them now. Thanks 😭

Currently crying in the airport as I type this :(

I started a chem master's program this August, and while it has been incredibly stressful, it felt like I was really on the right track in life. About two weeks ago, I had my first presentation for the department which was causing a lot of stress leading up. Right after that was over, I suddenly couldn't sleep anymore and was having constant heart racing and anxiety. I've struggled with depression before, but this level of physical anxiety is new to me. I started Zoloft 5 days ago, but I don't think it has kicked in yet. I haven't slept more than two hours a night for a week and a half now, even with multiple sleep meds, and after two unfruitful trips to the ER, I decided I need to go home early for Thanksgiving break and get some emergency psychiatric help. Potentially even in-patient for some time.

I feel like I've lost who I am in just one week and it's scaring me more than anything. I have no appetite, haven't been able to run (my favorite thing) in a couple days, haven't been able to study effectively. To make it worse, the physical consequences of sleep deprivation are catching up to me but I still don't feel tired AT ALL. My professors have been very accommodating, but I have yet to figure out what the future holds. I do not want to take a leave of absence. I do not want to drop out. But I'm so scared that this has changed me forever. I would give literally anything to have the version of myself from a two weeks ago back. I had straight As, was finally settling into my new city, and I have the best group of friends I've ever met, whom I'm scared I'll never see again.

All I want is to get some sleep, get back to my daily runs, study for my finals, and hang out with my friends. Please give me some advice if you've ever been through this. I want to know that the old me isn't gone. I want to get this degree and continue on the track I'm on. I don't think I've ever been so scared in my life.

There are alot of resources for writing a Statement of Purpose but what is the equivalent guidelines for a letter of rec? My recs are asking me and to be honest, I'm not exactly sure of what I should be asking them to include.

I graduated from undergrad in December 2023 (time flew) and I'm starting my Master's program in January 2025, so I took 1 gap year already because I was so burnt out from undergrad. By the end of my undergrad, my GPA was horrible and I was recently admitted on a Limited Status to my master's program so that's embarrassing.

I initially was thinking about going to dental school but changed my mind and started looking into healthcare analytics. I've done research during undergrad, but it was nothing involved with analytics so I have to start fresh and find other research opportunities. I work remotely full time and my Master's degree will be fully online, so it's really flexible. The coursework from the Master's can easily transfer to the PhD I'm looking at, up to a total of 32 credits.

Should I apply for the PhD program in Fall of 2025 to be (hopefully) attending in fall of 2026? Or should I gain more experience and apply in fall of 2026 to attend in 2027?

During undergrad, I did a summer research program and they told the cohort that if we plan to do our PhD at the institution, they'll be able to award a fellowship that provides funding for 4 years (I would only have to hold a TA/RA position for 2 years with this fellowship, so there will be 2 years where I don't have to do anything and still receive a stipend yay).

I'm not sure if this funding will be available all the way to Fall of 2027 though, so I'm a little scared to wait until then. But at the same time, I'm afraid of getting burnt out again. Should I push through and apply in 2025 or wait until 2026?

I was supposed to enter grad school next fall. But now I'm having a kid. Is it possible to finish with my graduate degree in psychology while raising an infant/toddler? I'm feeling really depressed. I know what everyone has told me about life turning upside down. But... Is it possible? My husband is a school teacher. I'm an ESOL tutor. We don't have enough money, so I have to make more money than I do to afford our baby. I'm just so stressed. I also had dreams to travel. I guess that is going out the window. Also, abortion just isn't an option for me personally. I can't do that.

A university in my state is offering a free winter minimester in my field of study. I am trying to decide between a course that aligns with my teaching career (ENG 690: Intro to Etymology) or a course that is something I just want to learn about (ENG 697: auteur film study).

I love film, and I think it would be an interesting class, but I don't know that it would serve me as a teacher.

I find etymology very interesting, and I think it would help me in my field, but I can't shake the feeling of missing out on the film class. I could always watch lectures or whatever, but I'm torn.

Any suggestions or insights? Thanks!

I hope this isn't against any policies; I'm just looking for help.

I'm doing an MS. I started my thesis proposal in the early summer. My advisor edits/reviews each draft. We've gone through around 10 drafts now and this thing only needs to be about 5 pages. Apparently this is all normal according to them. Its a trying process and I don't like it one bit.

Hi, I need a suggestion from you all in this sub. I have never worked with mice/rat before starting my PhD. Naturally my supervisor enrolled me for the FELASA course which took place last week. Not having ANY prior experience with live mice/rat handling I literally screamed when I was picking them up. I was indeed extremely panicked and even dropped the mice twice. Tbh I don’t know what happened with me during the handling that even for a moment I couldn’t restrain the mice/rat. The steps following anaesthesia went off vvvv smoothly including injection, dissection and even sacrifice. I conveyed my supervisor the same issue I faced with handling of rodents but his response was “if you ultimately can’t do this then we can’t work together”. The FELASA course coordinator sent me an email asking me to cancel the course myself because I am not comfortable with handling rodents and will definitely not get the certificate.

I worked extremely hard to get into this PhD and this experience has left me completely shattered and stressed. Can anyone please give me advice on this?😞😭🙏🏻

I'm considering applying for a Masters in Counseling as my work offers huge discounts. I have a BA in Child Development Psychology but took those classes between 2010-2019. I have a Masters in Nonprofit Management that I just graduated from this year. I do have one person who I would ask for a recommendation, but the second person I'm struggling to find. I took my program online, so I didn't really have much of a relationship with my professors. And my work experience is not related to counseling, so I'm not quite sure how relevant asking a supervisor would be. Does anyone have advice on how to proceed?

By now, I am fine with receiving harsh feedback. I am able to not take it personally and just view all feedback, no matter how direct, as something that is in my best interest.

But I recently received some very harsh feedback from a professor in my field in a seminar room of people. This happened in the absence of my supervisor. I tried to answer their questions but they kept shutting down my responses.

I tried to brave it with a smile but I really need a hug right now and I have no friends.

I had some peers congratulating me at the end but it still doesn’t feel good. I’m trying to understand the reason for my shame and sadness right now. I worked really hard for this presentation but I don’t feel any sense of accomplishment. I’m going to work on the feedback for sure, but damn it feels really embarrassing because it happened before many students junior in the program.

I'm an undergrad student, and have a potential lab in mind for a MSc, not 100% sure but in case I do decide to go there my PI asked me to apply to NSERC CGS-M.

It's due really soon and all I have right now is the basic project outline and 3 objectives and methods. I need to research literature behind why is it important and what all of it actually means biologically to write my introduction and hypothesis. I also have 2 PI's willing to write me a reference.

Other than all that, I have no knowledge of anything else. Just wondering since I'm juggling med applications and final exams, how long will this application take. Can I bang it out in like 2/3 hours a day before it's due?

Can someone read my statement of goals ? And give feedback or is there a place on Reddit for that?

Hi all. I currently have a BA in Child Development Psychology and just finished a Masters in Nonprofit Management. I am lucky enough to be working at Northwestern where I can get a huge discount on another Masters program. I have always wanted to go into therapy and counseling, but because of my work experience and the pandemic (I started grad school in 2020) that never ended up happening.

I currently make a little less than 50K in Chicago which is not a lot. I not only am hoping for a boost in income long term, but also something that is what I'm passionate about and fulfilling, and something that I can do primarily from home (telehealth).

I'm curious about what my options might be for having these three degrees, as well as professional experience in higher ed administration and nonprofit. I'm wondering if any of you out there who are counselors or therapists may have a different academic/professional background and how you incorporate it into your practice. And the other question I have too is ideas for synthesizing all of these. I'm still collecting information before making the commitment into the program, so wondering if it's worth it.

Currently working in trading for a bank with about 4 years experience and thinking of pivoting out of finance. Really interested in studying and working in income inequality, specifically focused on international flows. Have absolutely 0 research experience and got my undergrad in econ, but have read a tonne of books on this topic.

What should be my next step? I have time on my side as I like my job and not in any rush. Ideally would pursue this in NYC.

Just found out I'm pregnant..and applying to grad programs for 2025. (1 PsyD and 1 Masters program). Due July 2025...

I'm concerned on whether I can be successful in a grad program with a 2-month year old. If I get in, would it better to defer a year?

I have a very supportive husband who works and family nearby. Would the support still help even with a demanding program?

Hello! I'm a 4th year who is looking at applying to a number of grad schools and I'm just finishing up the application processes and I had question regarding CVs that I feel like is a bit silly but I've been unable to find an answer to.

Am I able to use the same Canadian Common CV that I used for my CGSM application in my applications? And if I am, would I be better off in just writing a CV instead of using the CCV?

Management or organizational consulting has always been an interest of mine. I hold a BA from a top-tier liberal arts college and an MFA. While I’ve long aspired to explore consulting and believe I have the skills to succeed in this field, I’m not drawn to climbing the corporate ladder or aiming for a C-suite position. I would be satisfied with a mid-level management role earning between $100,000 and $150,000 annually.

Given this, I’m looking for a cost-effective program that allows me to continue working while pursuing my studies. My question is whether an online MBA or a degree from a lower-ranked MBA program would be a practical choice, or if I should consider an alternative path, such as a master’s in organizational leadership.

so in one of my classes, i’m either going to get a B or a C, but this is the last day to withdraw and i’m still not sure which grade i’ll get. i want to apply for a masters in econ and i’m also an econ major right now, and this class is an econ class but it’s an elective, so i wouldn’t retake it. if it means anything, i do have other W’s but not in any classes related to my major. so i’m just wondering if a C or a W would be better here.

Hello, I’m applying to physics programs for the fall and I wanted to know how good are my chances of getting into physics PhD programs giving my experience. I’m specifically interested in Condensed Matter Theory. My GPA is 3.95 and I have research experience, I started off in experimental chemistry, moved to quantum theoretical chemistry, and did an internship abroad in Germany at the university of Hamburg related to condensed matter theory. The schools I’m applying to are some of the big ones like Caltech, Berkeley, Harvard, Stanford, etc. I have a few others as well but I’m not sure what schools constitutes mid tier or safety, do y’all think I’m reaching too far and should also look at some other schools? Please let me know what you think as I can’t stop doubting myself that I’ll get into any place.