Free Tools
Free Tools for Grad Students
Stop paying for tools you don't need. These are built by researchers, for researchers — and they're completely free.
Word Counter
WritingCount words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs. Compare against conference page limits.
Citation Formatter
WritingGenerate APA, MLA, Chicago, and IEEE citations from paper metadata.
GPA Calculator
AcademicCalculate weighted GPA on 4.0 and 4.5 scales with visual progress tracking.
Pomodoro Study Timer
ProductivityStay focused with 25-minute work sessions and 5-minute breaks. Track your daily study sessions.
Travel Budget Calculator
PlanningEstimate conference travel costs including flights, hotels, meals, and registration by region.
Research Reading List
ResearchTrack papers with a kanban-style board. Organize by status, take notes, and export your list.
Reading Time Estimator
ProductivityEstimate reading and presentation time for your papers. Compare against conference talk slots.
H-Index Calculator
MetricsCompute your h-index, i10-index, and total citations. Compare against career-stage benchmarks.
Research Timeline Generator
PlanningEnter your submission deadline. Get a milestone-by-milestone reverse schedule for experiments, drafting, and review.
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Thesis Progress Tracker
Coming SoonTrack chapter completion and word counts against your defense date.
Conference Calendar Sync
Coming SoonExport upcoming conference deadlines as an .ics file for your calendar.
Advisor Meeting Notes
Coming SoonStructured agenda templates and meeting log for advisor check-ins.