Contact Us
Office of Graduate Studies
4801 Mass Ave NW, 4th Fl
Washington, DC 20016
United States
Graduate Student Services & Resources
Explore this comprehensive range of services and resources available for current 51²è¹Ý graduate students presented below and use the links provided to learn more. As new and additional resources become available, they will be included on this page. Click a link below to be taken to that section of the page.
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Advising
One-on-one support for academics, financial aid, and career services
Academic Advisors
- College of Arts & Sciences
- School of Communication
- School of Education
- School of International Service
- School of Public Affairs
- Office of Graduate & Professional Studies
Financial Aid & Other Advisors
- Career AdvisorsÌý(Guidance on PT or FT employment or paid internships to supplement your income)
- Financial Aid Advisors
- Scholarship & Award AdvisorsÌý(school specific)
- Merit Award Advisors: Learn more and apply forÌýmeritÌýawards
Career Services
General Career Services
- 51²è¹Ý Career Center
- Career Events, Programs and Services
- Career Advisors: Guidance on your future career path,Ìýambitions, plans, or concerns
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- : Federal government jobs across the nation.
School-Specific Career Services
Clubs & Organizations
- : Explore upcoming events at your favorite clubs and organizations.
- Graduate Leadership Council
- International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS): We help you receive the best support available for your situation. We also help you communicate with support services if you encounter cultural or language barriers.
- Veteran's Services
Food & Dining On Campus
- Meal plan options (graduate students can create a "flex plan")
- The Market: 51²è¹Ý's Food Pantry
- Farmer's MarketÌý(Wed 11-4)
Events
School-Specific Events
- College of Arts & Sciences
- Professional Studies
- School of Communication
- School of Education
- School of International Service
- School of Public Affairs
School-Specific Career Events
Funding & Aid
- Graduate Funding & Financial Aid Overview
- Office of Graduate Studies Scholarships
- Maryland Joins Forces Initiative (veteran's scholarship)
- Double Eagle Graduate Scholarship
- Financial Aid OfficeÌý(federal loans)
- Scholarships for International Students
- Veteran’s Benefits
- AmeriCorps Segal Education Award
- Office of Merit Awards
- Student Bill Payment Plans
Health & Wellness
- Center for Well-Being Programs & Psychological Services
- Psychological Services (free to students in the DC area): OffersÌývirtual and in-person appointments.
- Well-Being Programs
- : Tips and tools to support your personal mental and physical health goals.
- Health Center
- Kay Spiritual Life Center
- Rec Sports & Fitness
- Academic Support & Access Center: Offers academic skill-building opportunities and support for students with disabilities
Housing
- Graduate Housing Guide: Includes popular graduate student neighborhoods and apartments,Ìýfeedback from current &Ìýprevious graduate students about housing in the DMV area.
- :ÌýA comprehensive, customÌýsiteÌýdesignedÌýfor 51²è¹Ý graduate studentsÌýthat includes the Housing Guide andÌýother housing-related resources.
- : IncludesÌýapartment postings, searching for a roommate, and more.
- : Limited housing isÌýavailable to graduate students age 21 or older. Conveniently located next door to 51²è¹Ý!
- : If you or someone you know needs emergency shelter, please contact the Homeless Services Hotline atÌý(202) 399-7093Ìýor dialÌý311.ÌýThe Homeless Services Hotline is open every day from 8 AM - 12 AM. Between November 1 - April 15, the Homeless Services Hotline is open 24 hours a day.
International Students
- International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS): We help you receive the best support available for your situation. We also help you communicate with support services if you encounter cultural or language barriers.
- Assistance with immigration
- Activities & Events
- Employment
- J1 Scholars & Student Interns
- Student Orientation
- Support Services
- : Free immigration and legal services to 51²è¹Ý students and their family members.
- CLEAR: Language and cultural competency training for international students.
Libraries
51²è¹Ý
- 51²è¹ÝÌýLibrary
- Graduate Research Center: Study space for graduate students in Bender Library
- Start Your Research
- to use with 51²è¹Ý Library
DC Libraries
- Washington Research Library Consortium:ÌýAs an 51²è¹Ý student you have access toÌý9 local university libraries
Research
- Research at 51²è¹Ý: Faculty and student research, funding, centers & institutes.
- Institutional Review Board: A to Z's of research at 51²è¹Ý. From funding to proposal development to animal and human subjects.
- Center for Teaching, Research, and Learning (CTRL)
- Software access and support(SPSS, SAS, R, Python, and more)
- Database access and support (environment, human rights, and more)Ìý
- Research consultationsÌýfor faculty and students supporting faculty-led research.
- Library: Subject specific research consultations for students. (book an appt)Ìý
- Tool of Research (TOR) Language Examination: Language coaching & course options for students to prepare for the TOR exam.
- (MLA, Chicago, APA, Turabian)
- : Free software that allows you to organize and use your research sources.
Safety
- 51²è¹Ý Police
- Internet Crimes: Includes but is not limited to: harassment, financial extortion, personally data hacking, copyright violations, such as software piracy, credit card theft and fraud, and email phishing.Ìý
- Mental Illness Crisis Prevention: Pre-arrest jail diversion for those having a mental illness crisis.
- Sign Up for 51²è¹Ý Alerts: Get text alerts of the latestÌýemergency and crisis situations.
- University Police Escorts: Police escorts are available, whether on foot or vehicle, to any member of the community who feels unsafe while at 51²è¹Ý.
Student Parent Resources
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Our page for students who are also parents provides detailed information and resources to support your academic success.
Student Services
- 51²è¹Ý Central: Cross trained counselors assist you with Student Accounts, Registration, Health Plans, & Veteran's Services.
- Student Accounts
- Registrar
- Consortium Registration at a DC University
- Registrar Forms
- Transcript Services
- Graduation and CommencementÌý
- Course Catalog
- Graduate Student Employment: Includes resources & union information
- International Students: Immigration, employment, student orientation, J1 scholars & interns
- Office of Equity and Title IX: Addresses the undue burdens on women, people of color, and underrepresented communities, and promote equity and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff.
- Veteran's Services
Study Abroad
Graduate Study Abroad
- in 51²è¹Ý Madrid, 51²è¹Ý Brussels, and 51²è¹Ý Nairobi.
School-Specific Study Abroad
- (student log-in required)
- School of Communication
- School of International Service
Technology Support
- ConnectÌýto 51²è¹Ý's Wireless Network
- Office of Information Technology Helpdesk: Software &Ìýhardware troubleshooting, malware removal, account configuration, etc.
Theses & Dissertations
- Thesis & Dissertation Guide
- Proposing a Topic
- Formatting
- Templates
- Submission
- Doctoral Students: Advancement to Candidacy: Requirements and instructions.
- Dissertation & Thesis Defense Calendar
Training & Development Opportunities
- Center for Diversity & Inclusion: Training, advocacy, & outreach.
- CLEAR: Language and cultural competency training for international students.
- The Center for Teaching, Research, and Learning (CTRL) supports faculty and students who teach courses.
- : Job readiness training: tech, business & creative.
- Software Training: Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams.
- OnlineÌýTA Training
Transportation & Parking
- 51²è¹Ý Shuttle
- U-Pass: Full-time graduate students receive unlimitedÌýMetrorail and Metrobus access includingÌýexpress and airport shuttle buses.
- University Parking & Commuter Services
- E-Scooters, Capital Bikeshare
- Biking at 51²è¹Ý
- Maps & Directions