Find out if there are internships, practicums, independent studies, and other types of opportunities to enhance your learning experience. Consider the type of learning experiences the program offers-lectures, seminars, research, reading. Facilities Find out about the research facilities, labs and libraries available. The breadth and depth of the library collections in your field of interest, labs, equipment, and other resources are all important to consider. Additionally, any cooperative arrangements with other educational and research institutions are helpful to know about.
Size Consider the size of the program.
In a large program, one should be concerned about the ratio of active faculty to students and the number of students in the first year courses. In a smaller program, the concern is focused on the number of active faculty and the number and breadth of graduate courses offered. Some programs require demonstrated competence in either one or two languages before the advanced degree is rewarded. Determine the requirements involved in each program you are considering. Many universities are able to provide some form of financial aid to graduate students.