Does anybody every apply to graduate school with a GPA2.8 Or little lower than 2.8.
2006-12-22 02:00:34 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
What will usually happen is a "conditional" acceptance, or conditional admission. If you do get accepted, it will be on the condition that you maintain a certain GPA during your first year. I actually started my Master's degree with an undergrad GPA of 2.79. Of course, I raised it. I maintained a 4.0 throughout grad school (until my LAST semester--I got my only B). Now I'm working on a PhD, and they don't really look at your undergrad GPA.
But some advice: With a lower GPA, you should make sure EVERYTHING else on your app is very good--a good writing sample, good statement of research goals, great reference letters, etc. And if you have to take the GRE, try to score as high as possible.
Good luck!! Grad school is fun
2006-12-22 02:28:20 · answer #1 · answered by danika1066 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Often times you can go to Graduate School at the school you received your Bachelor's degree from with a lower GPA. They usually require a 3.0 GPA if someone comes from outside, but will give you the benefit of the doubt if you graduated from their institution. The California State University System is that way.
The other option you have is to put off graduating for a while and take a semester or two of terribly fluff classes or easy electives/work study that will give you an A. Two semesters of 4.0 or 3.9 averages will help move your total average up, but might cost you a bit for tuition. Physical education classes are great for this as well.
2006-12-22 11:13:27 · answer #2 · answered by cleanguy4cleanfun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is possible. Some schools may let you take a limited number of graduate level classes with credit before you apply. This is your second chance to demonstrate to the graduate school admissions you are capable of handling graduate work. I'd advise taking one course at a time and getting the best possible grades (at least a B average).
Then maintain a positive relationship with the professors and let them know your situation while you are taking their classes. You may be able to get a letter of recommendation from them that adds credibility you are capable of continuing your graduate study.
Last but not least, do well on your graduate placement exams (like the GRE). That will also help in your quest to be admitted.
Good luck!
2006-12-22 10:24:45 · answer #3 · answered by idahdespida 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can. You'll want to make sure you get the best possible score on any admissions tests (ex GRE) that you have to take and be able to account for why your GPA was not higher. You can either tell them in an essay or they'll probably ask during an interview. It will all depend on what program and what school. I'm sure it will be difficult, but I'm sure it has been done. Good luck!
2006-12-22 10:05:29 · answer #4 · answered by vlalto 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, especially the less competitive graduate programs/schools. What do you plan to study?
Even with the highly competitive programs, it is possible to be admitted if the rest of your admissions package is stellar. One person I hired out of Harvard MBA had her undergrad from a good school, but she only had a 2.3 (for a variety of reasons). The rest of her application was so strong that she got into Harvard MBA. So it's possible. I wouldn't count on it, but it is possible.
2006-12-22 10:56:35 · answer #5 · answered by RoaringMice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can apply to graduate school with any gpa. to actually get accepted is another matter altogether.
2006-12-22 10:03:08 · answer #6 · answered by wheelerdealer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋