My dream is to be a librarian. And I'm a school librarian now (department head), however, my salary is being capped because I got rejected from two grads school for library science. Once at Kent State the other at Clarion. Is there any hope of getting into grad school eventually, once I build up my resume and work experience? If not, how do you get into grad school when your Undergradute GPA isn't a 3.0?!
2006-10-02 05:37:23 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
You may consider going back and doing some undergraduate work- maybe a second bachelor's- if you go back to the same college you got your first degree in, there's a decent chance that many of your general ed. classes will count towards your new degree, but usually they don't count towards your GPA. Then, if you work hard at that bachleor's, you'll have a degree with a higher GPA.
Also, the entrance essay/ interview is essential. Make it phenomenal, and you'll be more noticeable.
Finally, look at your GPA within your major. Is it over a 3.0? If so, make a point of mentioning that in your essay/ interview. Acknowledge that your overall GPA is low, that you are committed to working for excellent grades in grad. school, and back that up by showing the grades for your major. Show them that you can do well when you are passionate about the subject matter and prove that you're passionate about library science.
2006-10-02 05:50:54 · answer #1 · answered by Sarah Colleen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got into a grad school that required an undergraduate degree I didn't have. So I took courses at an easy place (community colleges are great for that) and made sure I studied enough to get all A's. Then I got into grad school even though I didn't have the requisite undergrad degree in Computer Science. I successfully got an MS in Computer Science at a very prestigious university -- Carnegie Mellon.
2006-10-02 05:46:57 · answer #2 · answered by hawkthree 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some graduate schools allow you to take a course or two as a "continuing student" or similar classification without actually being enrolled as a degree-seeking student in the graduate program. This would let you prove you can do the work, make contacts with some professors who could get familiar with your work and interests and could help smooth the way for you.
2006-10-02 05:45:25 · answer #3 · answered by jurydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take some additional undergraduate courses to build up your GPA or see if they will let you take a graduate course or two to show that you can handle the work. If you don't mind moving, try the MLS program at Emporia (KS) State.
2006-10-02 05:41:29 · answer #4 · answered by LoneStar 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i will go to a community college bring up my gpa then try others grad school keep goin and working at the library
2006-10-02 05:42:15 · answer #5 · answered by tropica panama 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Walden University. It's an online institute comparable to Phoenix.
2006-10-02 05:39:33 · answer #6 · answered by partknit 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is always hope, dear.
Try an online program, which also provides you with flexibility. I know a few universities in Connecticut offer it, and it is as good, and acceptable as any other taking classes in person.
Good luck
2006-10-02 05:45:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes my dear, there is always hope, remember the words that one door closes, another opens? look out and get going.. := ) i have no worries for u but there are 3 things i like to give u: self-belief, perseverance and 'just do it' on your embarkation towards ur dream.
remember obstacles are always there along the journey := ) and it is up to us to identify and turn them into opportunities when others look, become discouraged and turn away.
2006-10-02 05:55:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah, if you get your grades up.
2006-10-02 05:39:22 · answer #9 · answered by baby_love3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋