GradCatalyst

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Considering a Master’s or PhD? GradCatalyst can help! Join the MIT Office of Graduate Education for an MIT student-led workshop that helps undergraduates plan their academic trajectories. This interactive webinar provides participants with useful information for applying to and thriving in graduate school. Sessions are open to all students exploring the option of graduate education.

Participant benefits

  • Explore why you may want to attend graduate school
  • Learn the graduate application process
  • Set goals
  • Hear tips for applying to summer research programs
  • Receive a digital GradCatalyst workbook
  • Participate in a live Q&A with current MIT graduate students

Fall 2025 Webinars

October 15th at 1:30 PM ET – Special session during the MIT Virtual Graduate FairRegister here
November 14th at 12:00 PM ETRegister here
December 9th at 2:00 PM ETRegister here

New! GradCatalyst On Demand

Can’t make a live session? GradCatalyst On Demand offers the flexibility to explore graduate school planning on your own schedule. After registering, you’ll gain access to:

  • A recorded GradCatalyst session
  • The digital GradCatalyst workbook

After watching the GradCatalyst Sessions, students can complete the feedback and assessment survey, a requirement to be eligible for an MIT graduate application fee waiver. Students can receive a fee waiver if they also meet additional eligibility requirements.

Questions: gradcatalyst@mit.edu