What is a professional school?

A professional school is a school that prepares students who hold bachelor's degrees for careers in specific fields that are often viewed as professional fields. Professional schools are often seen as the same as graduate schools, but there are some important differences.

Graduate schools often require a thesis before graduation. This requires specialization into one specific part of a field. Professional schools, such as law school or business school, provide a curriculum that does not focus on one singular part, but rather a much broader look at a field. These are delivered to prepare a student for success in a professional field.