Things To Know Before Starting Grad School | 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Going to Graduate School

[@BrisaMarie]

You CANT know everything, but this is my effort to try and help you get that much closer... Or at the very least, not have to suffer in the SAME WAY as I did! lol IF you liked this video you should also check out my 5 Biggest Funding Mistakes in Grad School - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHmTfZZ_q96cbck

[@yb8524]

I think the hype you are referring to is grind culture in phd academia. Thank you your tips are something I have not heard anyone else talk about.

[@BrisaMarie]

Yes! And no. Grind culture is definitely in grad school, but there is a unique phenomenon that grad student have where they have to dread/hate everything they are doing. Where if you don't act like everything is so hard, somehow you are being rigorous enough because "grad school is so hard" and while I do think grad school is difficult ... it doesn't have to be a negative experience too. lol BUT this is not the case for ALL grad students/programs and honestly in other places grind culture might be WAYYY more prevalent! And I would also encourage people not buy into that either lol! What has been your experience? Thank you for leaving such a positive comment! I really appreciate it!

[@maxzytaruk8558]

The summer funding advice is so valuable

[@BrisaMarie]

I'm sooo happy you think so! Thank you for commenting!

[@nejiskunoichi0011]

Hey Brisa! Just got accepted into a Masters in Public Health grad program, and I'm definitely been finding your content extremely helpful!!

[@BrisaMarie]

Hi!!!! Thank you so much! That makes me so happy! I really apreciate you sharing that with me! Please let me know if you have any questions or video ideas!

[@BrisaMarie]

How's your master's doing!?

[@lorelaim3294]

I'm thinking of going to grad school to do student services or academic advising this was interesting to hear about, thanks for sharing your experience

[@BrisaMarie]

That's so exciting!! Congrats on your journey! And thank you for your comment!!! Im so happy you found this video useful :)

[@DH-pw6jj]

Such a helpful video! Do you have any advice on how to find the professional organizations for your field?

[@BrisaMarie]

Okay! I feel like somewhere I have a video on it but I can't remember... generally I would suggest asking around, seeing where your advisors/mentors go and what conferences they attend (they are usually connected to these orgs) Honestly this video on finding grants ... they are the exact same strategies I would use for academic professional organizations too Hopefully this helps! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXuXkH1umcuNZ5o

[@tarahconnolly2820]

I'm bookmarking this so I keep the don't believe the hype pep-talk on speed dial

[@BrisaMarie]

Hahaha i love it!!! Its a pep talk that i sometimes need weekly!!! It's so easy to get caught up, but once we decide we aren't going to keep letting it happen... personally, grad school has gotten so much more manageable!!

[@maxzytaruk8558]

Hahahahh sameeee

[@christinaleas2480]

I've been binge watching your videos, so helpful!

[@BrisaMarie]

Thank you so much+!!!! Im so glad you find them helpful!!!! Lmk if you have any questions or video suggestions!

[@Leuh-duh]

Were you able to be involved in campus organizations, clubs, or events while being a graduate student? I really want to be involved on campus bc COVID really ruined my undergrad years :/

[@BrisaMarie]

YES!!!! I was in an acapella group and a dance group. I also was in some grad academic groups but they were wayyyy less sessions fun!!!! You can definitely join orgs as a grad student. Even undergrad ones if there aren't any grad alternatives!

[@l4mamii]

I really needed this video! I just applied to graduate school! And I have so many fears . This video certainly motivated me!

[@BrisaMarie]

That's soooo great to hear!!! It is totally understandable to be nervous!!! But not matterbhow things turn out at first, i always feel like if you don't give up you will get in!! Let me know if you have any questions and please please keep me updated! I always like to hear any news!

[@ecospuddies3676]

I love how you are so gracious and helpful you are ❤️🥺 you’re going to go so far in life & your youtube channel is going to continue to grow 😍. I love your content!

[@BrisaMarie]

Oh my GOODNESS!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! You are soooo kind! You have no idea how much that means to me!! Thank you thank you thank you! I appreciate you and your comment so much 💙

[@sophiaduran2975]

Hi Brisa! I just graduated from undergrad, and I have no idea where to even start on looking for a program and applying to fellowships for grad school. This helps answers some of my questions, any more advice?

[@BrisaMarie]

Hi!!! Congrats on graduating!!!! I do have a lot of advice and a lot of videos that should help! Here is my playlist on admissions... it give tips on how to prep your applications but also how to choose where to apply to!! kzbin.info/aero/PLY-K7nK2wQ2WeWF9EfkwZFapB1fpjV2he I also have this playlist on funding, how to find it, how to write a grant app and a lot about jobs while in grad school!! kzbin.info/aero/PLY-K7nK2wQ2W_vndUK2C-ZaIB2j4boUV4 If you have any personal/specific questions yo ask please don't hesitate to comment and let me know!!!

[@MamaCancer23]

Thank you for all of this info!! I’m considering starting a masters program soon & I want to learn all that I can beforehand instead of just jumping in & then being shocked by something. Funding & making sure I can live securely is my biggest concern. I’m definitely going to look into grants & scholarships before taking out loans. I already owe from my undergraduate degree so I do not need to add on top of that.

[@BrisaMarie]

I'm so happy this video has been useful!!! Please let me know if you have any questions!!! Thank you for commenting!

[@fireinthehole2272]

Great video! Thank you for making this. Joining grad school soon and your content has been amazing.

[@BrisaMarie]

THANK YOU!!! What program are you heading into! I am so happy my content has been helpful! If you find yourself with ANY questions while in your grad school journey please do not hesitate to ask! I am always here !

[@chemteacherperu7215]

Thank you! I am starting this August and I am freaking out. Your video just gave me so much peace

[@BrisaMarie]

Of course!! Don't worry!! You totally got this! Grad school just like everything is should be taken one day at a time! And you totally can succeed one day at a time!!!!

[@sprachwurm]

Love your super positive advice! I was overwhelmed by the negativity that grad school is supposed to be hard and cause us suffering. Thank you for telling us that it is fine to have fun and succeding in grad school!

[@BrisaMarie]

Of course! I am so excited to read your comment! It really makes me happy to know that this video has helped you feel a little bit better! You can totally succeed and have fun in grad school!!!! Thank you so much for taking the time to comment.

[@quillheart877]

Thanks for the “don’t believe the hype” part.

[@BrisaMarie]

Of course!!! What's wild is even though i "know" not to... sometimes i still catch myself believing it hhhahahahah so it's always nice to have a little public reminder! Lol

[@ashleyohara4405]

Thanks for the comments on the struggle. Its all I have ever heard and its hard but I know it will be worth it and its an oppurtunity!

[@BrisaMarie]

Yes! Of course!! And as you grow and build boundaries it can be easier and not so hard! Grad school is a process that can be enjoyable! Even if it is hard!

[@Procrastinacion_]

Girl your voice and energy are so cool! I was so invested watching the video. Also, those tips? Amazing. Never heard before! Thank you!

[@BrisaMarie]

THANK YOU SO SO MUCH! I really appreciate you taking the time to leave such kind words in the comments!!!!! Thank you!!! I am so happy this video was helpful!

[@lucychickable]

Iv'e been out of school for 3 years and Iv'e been working, but have been wanting to go to Grad school. But I don't know where to start. I have a feeling of what I want to do but I'm still a little lost. I want to better myself and I remember I burnt myself out in undergrad and I dont want to to do that this time round.

[@BrisaMarie]

Hi! that is totally understandable and you are definitely not alone! I think the best place to start is just thinking about different programs. Nothing is set in stone, so maybe by reading through what they offer you may be able to see somethings that excite your! Then you can follow the bread crumbs from there~ Once you have an idea of what you might be looking for, I do havea grad school admissions playlist that hopefully can help with the entire application process whenyou are ready! kzbin.info/aero/PLY-K7nK2wQ2WeWF9EfkwZFapB1fpjV2he As for burn out... that is common but it doesn't have to be your experience . what is important to prevent burn out is that you have strong boundaries and know exactly what you can and cannot do! Of course that take practice! But you can FOR SURE have a grad experience without being burnt out. You just have be intentional!

[@aviewer2871]

an undergraduate degree is enough for many jobs. Truth is: many places you work will cross train you to do a lot of things because they expect one employee to go beyond the job you are hired for. Instead of grad school, plan to invest anything you would spend there in strategic investments. there is NO honor in heavy, high interest student loan debt, that should have been invested elsewhere.

[@BrisaMarie]

Hi! This can be true for many fields but not all. Most graduate students are actually in their late 20s and mid-thirties. Meaning they aren't so young that they never worked. So most people who pursue grad school are very familiar with their field and their ability to progress with or without a degree. And from their they make the decisions that suit them best :) I also think many people (myself included) don't pursue grad school just to get a job or make money. There is a lot of value in life and learning outside of jobs. But regardless of their reasoning, grad school may be best for some and not for others!! And of course that is okay!! A lot of the content I make for ANYONE who wants to pursue grad school does speak a lot about the financial burden of school, with the goal to help people avoid student loans all together. Which is 10000% possible. It just takes a lot of planning and little bit of elbow grease! Thank you for commenting! It was a great point to bring up.

[@jeannapadilioni7697]

Im in my first semester of my speech pathology masters program, I set out to have an open mind and really felt that I would adapt to whatever was thrown my way. At this moment, one month past the start.. I feel like Im trying as hard as I ever have when it comes to school and everything is being scrutinized.., my outta pocket cost look like enticing lottery winnings, Im barely making enough cash to withstand for 2 wks, I haven't slept, and I miss the 2 friends I have left. my feelings are so heavy, please take heed to this video graduate school is a whole new world. :/

[@BrisaMarie]

I am soo sorry that things have begun with such a rough start. As you see I can very much relate. I really hope that you are able to find the support and community that can help you get through this process. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you just wanna vent in the comments that also totally allowed! I hope I can be helpful if you need it! Thank you for taking the time out to comment and share your experiences, I am sure it will help other graduate students be more prepared for the grad school process. Thank you!

[@tamaralaird3389]

My god, thank you so much. I so feel like I don't belong.

[@BrisaMarie]

I am sorry that you feel like you don't belong. Trust me, I have felt that too. I hope that you are able to find your community at your school and if not the #FuturePhD community is always here for all grads of all kinds!

[@aliciakoehler398]

Loved this. Very helpful. Take out the background music if you can. It was so distracting.

[@BrisaMarie]

Thank you for commenting! Unfortunately that is a very old video and the background music is very much stuck there! sorry it was so distracting! Hopefully my newer videos are a lot easier to watch! Thank you for letting me know!

[@kentesdaughter9927]

This was the video I needed!!!!! Just accepted! Woooh hoooo!

[@BrisaMarie]

CONGRATS!!!!! I am so happy this video was helpful! Always feel free to use the comments for questions if you have ANY!!! Congrats again! I am so excited for you and your grad school journey!

[@beatrizcastelobranco4713]

Whaat? Girl I had no idea about the funding! I thought that it was all year long. Thank you so much! Now I am going to ajust my financial planning.

[@BrisaMarie]

Of course!!!! It really caught me off guard the first year!!! Luckily it all worked out! I hope it all is smooth for you too!

[@OmaretsoguwaAtsagbede]

Great video! Thank you for this

[@BrisaMarie]

Of course!! Thank you for commenting!

[@erickpurpose]

Yes, talk about it.

[@BrisaMarie]

HAAHAHAHAHA Thank you

[@beautifulthings6460]

This is the info i needed. Somebody give this lady a glass of wine. I love you girl...are you married?...😘☺

[@BrisaMarie]

HAHAHAH Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed this video!! HAHAHAH I thank you so much for watching and commenting this comment brought me a lot of joy! hahaha