I am a biochemistry major looking to get into a phD program in molecular or developmental biology. I have a 3.30 GPA from a 2nd tier school and my GRE scores are also mediocre.
However, I have 1.5yrs of full-time research work and 3 excellent letters of recommendation from people who I know think highly of my research capabilities.
I am also going to graduate on time, within the traditional 4yrs, even though I took a year off (got accepted to a year-long research fellowship) although I'm not sure if that helps any.
Also, none of the 3 references are my professors. Does that hurt my chances? Two are from scientist's who I've worked directly with and the third is my advisor who knowns me personally and is very well respected in the science community. All 3 are phDs and published.
Also, I am female and a US citizen (not minority, though). I'll also need funding.
Help?
2006-10-14
16:30:55
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Amy W
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