I want to get into teaching but my GPA is only 2.0
I'm looking for schools in California or near New Hampshire.
2007-12-29 17:56:08 · 3 answers · asked by hello 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
One way to raise that GPA is to go to your local college and take advanced classes non-degree. Maybe English classes that interest you would be good- if you hated Chaucer, avoid that period. If you love Shakespeare take a course on literature of that time. This will help you do better.
Even 2 or 3 classes will show that you are more serious and ready to do academic work. Some schools may even let you do an MS level class non-degree to see if it's for you. If you do well it shows you can make it in the program.
Full-time college isn't for everybody, by the way. Maybe taking one at a time while working will be the way to go. You use the time to research grad schools and find an MSED that has a minimum GPA requirement of 2.5. They may be forgiving, especially if you show better work and have held a job.
Teaching is not only about knowing the material well, but about being able to work with the students- how they respond to you, how you convey information, etc. Also consider shadowing a teacher for a day before enrolling in grad work. This will give you a good sense of whether you want to invest in the MS.
Lots of people have a low GPA at age 21, then get it together later and go on to do graduate work.
Good luck.
2007-12-29 22:00:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teaching may not be the ideal profession for you if you barely got through college yourself, I'm afraid, and I don't think you will be able to find a respectable school which would accept you.
2007-12-30 02:05:22 · answer #2 · answered by neniaf 7 · 3⤊ 6⤋
With a 2.0, graduate school isn't in your future. How far into undergrad are you? Is there time to get those grades up?
2007-12-30 01:59:27 · answer #3 · answered by comfort eagle 6 · 3⤊ 6⤋