Everyone has their reasons for continuing their education. Whether you’re looking to further your career, improve job security or switch fields altogether, an advanced degree can go a long way toward improving your professional prospects. Here are some of the ways a graduate degree from an accredited college can bolster your earning potential and some tips that can help in your search for the right graduate school.

You have a bachelor’s degree and have spent some time in your related field. But maybe your passions have evolved. Are you satisfied with the work you’re currently doing? How would you like to see it grow or change? What do you hope to achieve after you’ve earned an advanced degree? The answers to these questions can help shape your search and narrow down the best graduate school options for you.

Be sure to check if the program you’re interested in accepts the bachelor’s degree you’ve already earned. Daemen College has several graduate programs that can be taken with any undergraduate degree and some that have broad requirements. These programs include a master’s degrees in Applied Behavioral Analysis, International Business, Leadership and Innovation, Public Health (MPH), Social Work (MSW) and Special Education. Finding a program with flexible requirements enables you to pivot careers or assume a new leadership role in as little time as possible.

Looking for a promotion? A graduate degree is often required for certain leadership positions. If you’re looking to set yourself apart from the competition and give yourself the best chance at reaching that next rung on your career ladder, earning a graduate degree is the route to go. And, as some companies are able to invest in their employees’ higher education, be sure to explore any scholarships or reimbursement plans your current employer may offer.

While attending graduate school, you’ll have every opportunity to meet new people and expand upon your professional network. Make new relationships that will benefit your career down the road. At Daemen, you’ll network alongside colleagues in real-world, experiential learning environments and our small classes help ensure that you get to know all of your fellow students.  

There are plenty of scheduling options and financial aid packages available for all types of learners. Whether you’re 10 months or 10 years removed from your undergraduate degree, it’s never too early or late to learn more. Many schools shape their graduate programs to fit the needs and schedules of adult learners with evening classes, online and hybrid programs.