Chances of getting into a PhD program with 2.9 GPA

MrMom62
Mon, 07 Oct 2013 22:06:22 +0000

1st In Family probably has little weight for a PhD program. Their primary concern will be, can you do the work? Your GPA, depending on the reason, will be reason for them to think that maybe you can’t. If you really pulled it up junior and senior year, when you were in your major’s main classes, you’ll have a shot. If you were struggling, don’t expect much.

Nothing stops you from moving sideways, however. MBA programs can be challenging, except for engineers, who usually find them exceptionally easy compared to undergrad engineering. Back in the day, I recall a guy a couple years ahead who wasn’t stellar in engineering, but managed to get into an Ivy law program. He said it was the easiest thing he had ever done. YMMV.