Graduate School
CP Brethren - I come to you for advice. Willing and able to PIIMB if I get some help.
So I'm finishing up my undergrad in December, and I am seriously thinking about grad school for next (2015) Fall. Those of you that have applied to/been to grad school, any tips on going through the process successfully? My GPA isn't the greatest, but I have (imo) a pretty impressive extra-curricular resume given the fields I'm considering. Any thoughts on how to overcome this obstacle? Your thoughts and vulgarity are appreciated. |
In what field of study?
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If your GPA is below 3.0 it might be tough unless you roll a 320 or higher score on the GRE or its equivalent on the GMAT.
Beyond that only go if it's absolutely critical to work in your chosen profession and if you won't go into debt over it. |
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Any more thoughts on this?
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When considering a student with a marginal UG performance I wonder if the student is ability limited or motivationally limited. If the student is ability limited we usually won't admit him or her. If the student is motivationally limited I want evidence that the situation has changed. You have one semester remaining, so it is a great chance to demonstrate that you have the ability and that your motivation is now in place. Another way to demonstrate ability is to get a really strong score on whatever standardized test the program uses. Extracurricular activities usually don't count for much in my field, but the field you are interested in may be different. You also want to convince whoever is making the admission decision that you have finally figured out exactly what you want to do. You can do this by meeting him or her in person, or by writing a really good essay as part of your application package. However if your undergraduate record is spotty your chances of successfully competing for a graduate assistantship in a top program may be sunk. Strong programs have many very well-qualified applicants and may be less willing to take a risk on a student with a mixed record.
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Where? Inner Cleveland Clown College, School of Mime? |
is part of the reason that you don't want to work at a job quite yet? just curious, because that is a big factor i would think.
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