How To Grad School is
built for grad students by a teaching and learning expert
(and former grad student).
Hello! I'm Sarah Davis, and after I finished my PhD in 2020, I knew I wanted to help grad students.
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There were many moments as a grad student where I wished I had a resource like How To Grad School to learn effective learning strategies that match the complexity of grad school learning AND that were independent of my institution.
And, when I couldn't find it, I created it!
I offer free resources, such as the blog, newsletter, and podcast, as well as paid services, such as registered clinical counselling (residents of BC only) and academic strategy sessions (residents of Canada only) for grad students who need support with their mental health and want to work with a counsellor who also has experience being a grad student.
Free Resources
The How To Grad School podcast brings evidence-based learning strategies to help you grad school more effectively and efficiently, with a little bit of fun on the side!
New season released in Fall 2024
Newsletter
The free monthly newsletter aims to bring the best research, experience, and resources about learning, being human, and thriving in grad school to you!
Currently on pause until Fall 2024
Blog
Twice a month, a new blog post is published that summarizes the newsletter content each week and addresses topics relevant to grad students.
Currently on pause until Fall 2024
There are so many different ways to be a grad student.
No matter what type of grad student you are -- doing an online degree, going back to school after time working, raising a family while in grad school, pursuing a degree to further your career, starting grad school right after finishing your undergraduate degree -- How To Grad School has something for everyone!
Paid Services
Registered Clinical Counselling
For grad students in BC only.
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Areas of support for grad student include neurodivergence, ADHD, ASD, anxiety, stress, supervisor conflicts, career transitions, writing, reading, motivation, procrastination, and many more!
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We'll work together at your pace to support your mental health as a grad student.
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Check your extended health benefits to see if RCC sessions are covered - many grad students in BC are eligible for up to $800 worth of counselling sessions!
Academic Strategy Sessions
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For students Canada-wide.
Work one-on-one with Sarah to help you understand the tasks of grad school and set goals and use strategies that actually work.
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You'll learn how to apply self-regulated learning strategies and processes to the work you're doing in grad school to manage your short-term and long-term goals without sacrificing your well-being.
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Some grad students may be eligible for grants that cover academic strategy sessions. Contact the Accessibility Centre on your campus for more information.
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Let's set up a free 15-minute consultation so you can learn more about how I can help you succeed in grad school.
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Testimonials
"Prior to speaking with Sarah I was making continuous to-do lists that made me feel even more stressed. Now I’ve tried out her recommendation about setting realistic goals, when to set goals and the type of goals to set depending on the task."
Rachel Heatley
MSC Psychological Sciences
Queen's University Belfast
"I finally found resources that are actually useful and don't oversimplify what I'm doing in grad school - thank you so much!"
Sam L.
PhD Student
"Sarah, with care and compassion, presents an informed and helpful array of resources and ready to use strategies that are so important for tackling the challenging grad school journey.”
Meg K.
PhD Candidate