Handbooks and Guidelines
Philosophy Graduate Student Handbook
Philosophy Graduate Mentoring Guidelines
Philosophy Guiding Principles (see Graduate Student Experience)
Many other useful resources can be found at the Graduate College Website.
Publishing Advice
Publishing Advice for Graduate Students
On Publishing While in Grad School
Publishing in “Graduate” Journals?
Advice about Submitting Manuscripts to Publishers
Job Market Advice
General Philosophy Job Market Advice
How to Write a Cover Letter for the US Job Market
How Important is a “Continuous” CV
Writing Samples in Job Applications: How Long?
What Is an “Area of Competence” (AOC)?
How Do Departments Decide Whom to Interview at the APA?
How Do Departments Evaluate Teaching Credentials?
What Do Search Committees Think of Interfolio?
Including Letters of Recommendation from Students in a Dossier?
Preparing for Interviews
How to Best Prepare for Job Interviews with a Primary Emphasis on Teaching
Preparing for Teaching Interviews
Note: Job seekers can find listings for jobs and fellowships in philosophy online at (PhilJobs) and (Phylo).
Additional Advice
Choosing a Dissertation Supervisor
Acquiring Substantial Debt While in Grad School: How Much? How Common?