Apply to Graduate School With a Strategy, Not Guesswork
You already know graduate school is your next move. Now you need a strategy that leads to admission, the right program, and a degree worth the investment.
You are not just looking for another degree; you are looking for a career that grows with you, work that aligns with your purpose, and the income and opportunities that come with it. Dr. Justin Grimes helps high-achieving professionals like you find and pursue a graduate degree that can turn your goals into a real, achievable next step.
Use a proven admissions strategy to make the application process clear and quicker. This approach can boost your acceptance rate to 92%.
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Choosing a graduate program that actually fits your life and career goals, not just one that looks good on paper
Identify the best 3–5 graduate programs that increase your earning power, open better career options, expand your network, and create the life you want (more time for family, travel, and freedom)
Make a clear plan to fund grad school with as little debt as possible, so you are not stuck paying for it for years.
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Approach grad school like a strategic career move, not like undergrad, and make decisions based on outcomes that matter to you?
Follow a clear plan with built-in accountability to stay organized, hit every deadline, and submit strong applications on time without burnout, even with a packed schedule?
Apply to Graduate School Will Help You
Choose the right graduate programs that align with your career goals, lifestyle, and budget.
Craft a standout personal statement and application materials that highlight your strengths and unique story.
Learn how to secure funding for graduate school through scholarships, assistantships, employer sponsorship, and other debt-free strategies.
Stay organized with a proven timeline so you never miss a deadline or key step in the application process.
Confidently connect your degree to your career path, ensuring your investment leads to opportunities, advancement, and impact.
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Write a Personal Statement That Stands Out to Admissions Committees.
Hone your writing skills and learn to craft compelling essays and personal statements highlighting your passion, goals, research interests, and alignment with specific graduate programs.
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Get Into a Flexible, Accredited, and Quality Graduate Program
Receive step-by-step guidance to choose the right graduate programs, write a compelling personal statement, and prepare the key materials admissions committees expect through the Graduate School Collective Coaching Program. With structured lessons, practical resources, and expert feedback, you will have a clear plan to complete your application and position yourself to earn an admission offer.
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Create a Clear Plan to Fund Your Graduate Degree.
One of the biggest barriers to graduate school is not getting admitted; it is figuring out how to pay for it without creating years of debt. Through our funding guidance and coaching, you will learn practical strategies to identify scholarships, approach employers about tuition assistance, and build a realistic financial plan before you enroll.
Is this you?
For days, months, or years, you have said that you need to go back to school to get an advanced degree, but procrastination has taken over.
You read on job applications that the preferred candidate has a graduate degree, and you can’t get the job because you don’t have one.
You know you want to advance in your career, but school is not your thing.
You heard from a mentor that you shouldn’t have to pay for graduate school, but you are unsure what questions to ask or where to find information about getting funding for your degree.
The idea of looking up graduate programs, funding, and application information feels overwhelming, so you keep putting off getting started.
You are about to graduate with your bachelor's degree in a few months but have no plans, so you figure going to graduate school will be a great idea.
While you are thriving in your career and intensely interested in going back to school, you are not sure where to start because it’s been a few years since you applied to a school.
have questions about the process to pursue a graduate degree?
OR
want to find the graduate program of your dreams?
Testimonials
Gwynda Shields, Realtor
This book answers many of the questions I had when deciding to go to grad school. Dr. Grimes helped me save thousands by picking the right program for me. Everyone should read this before enrolling in grad school.
LaKeisha Bryant, Kindergarten Teacher
I wish a guide like this had been available when I was considering graduate school. The anxiety that comes from not knowing your next steps is relieved by the practical and straightforward advice from Dr. Grimes.
Christopher Rengel,
Police Lieutenant
Everyone needs this book to make the right decision about grad school. Dr. Grimes has provided a road map to success.
Eleanor Carroll,
Human Development Counseling Masters Student
I got into every program I applied to, ultimately choosing Vanderbilt’s
dual track in School and Clinical Mental Health Counseling! The
flexibility was a perfect fit. Dr. Grimes’s guidance on my personal
statement made all the difference. I'm truly grateful.
who is the author
Hi, I’m Dr. Justin Grimes
I’m the founder of Apply to Graduate School (A2GS) and the author of 20 Questions to Answer Before You Apply to Graduate School. I’ve earned graduate degrees through both online and in-person programs. For more than 17 years, I’ve worked in higher education in recruitment and admissions, taught online and in person, and served as a student success coach—helping over 1,000 people get admitted to and complete graduate programs. Along the way, I noticed a consistent problem: many professionals want a graduate degree, but they don’t know how to choose the right program, pay for it wisely, or present their story in a way that decision-makers can’t ignore. My #1 goal is to help you find, fund, and start the great program of your dreams. Let's work together to make your dreams a reality.
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