During my last semester of undergrad I received a scholarship. I had problems with one of my professors and stopped attending thus I received an F in her class. I couldn't drop the class because I would've lost my scholarship. How do I explain that this was fluke F and that I'm a great student on my grad school application? Other than this I have pretty decent grades.
2006-10-19 06:06:11 · 5 answers · asked by Stormie 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
For the record I have a great work ethic. I love school and work really hard. This professor had a lot of problem with students many of us filed complains and she is now suspended pending investation. If she does get fired I can get the grade esponged from my transcripts.
2006-10-20 05:36:24 · update #1
That's a hard question.
If your other grades were pretty high, they may overlook the F, but don't be surprised if they don't.
Besides your grades, what other accolades do you have? Work experience in a particular field? Community service? Extracirricular activities?
If possible, try to overshadow the F by showing that all other areas are PERFECT, if they really are. Make sure your reference letters are PERFECT and your essay(s) too. You need to make up for that F. Even though it may not have been your fault, they won't ignore it. You'll probably have to explain the situation in detail and explain why you didn't go another route.
Good luck! Sounds like you'll need it!
2006-10-19 06:10:21 · answer #1 · answered by chocolate-drop 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That will be pretty hard to explain i hope u have really high GRE scores....if u applying to a highly research oriented school u may have allot more trouble getting in...just apply to any where u may have a chance and maybe u will get a interview to explain the grade...
2006-10-19 06:10:15 · answer #2 · answered by coopchic 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Do well on the MAT or GRE and no explanation will be needed. If you are ever asked, then just be honest without blaming a prof. Share the responsibility of the clash between the two of you.
2006-10-19 06:15:24 · answer #3 · answered by William T 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Try ot get an interview so you can explain yourself in person and you'll come off as more sincere.
2006-10-19 06:14:03 · answer #4 · answered by Michelle118 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
not bright.
poor work ethic.
high.
2006-10-19 06:14:45 · answer #5 · answered by connis 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋