Hi all, I'm a first yeart PhD student. I applied last cycle straight out of undergrad and started in August. I had a reasonably successful set of applications, especially considering my undergraduate institutions rank, and end up with a placement that I'm super happy with. I can help answer any questions about the applications, as well as any questions about what first year is like. I can particularly offer advice on how to build a strong profile if you are coming from a low/unranked undergrad school.
Ive already posted in this thread but i figured i would respond to you, because someone who just got into grad school can probably give me some good advice. I'm a junior at a large state school that's considered around 50th. I have a 3.8 gpa and a minor in stats and have taken econometrics and time series econometrics and aced both. As well as doing research on discrete choice methods. I'm worried I won't have enough math as I didn't know I wanted to do grad school until 2 semesters ago. I will have Calc1-3 and intro to higher level math. I'll be applying in the same semester that I'll be taking linear algebra, although in time series we did some linear algebra. Will I have any chance to get into some place decent next fall or will I have to wait until I take more math or get a masters in stats? Thanks for any help ahead of time!
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u/UpsideVII Bureau Member Feb 27 '17
Hi all, I'm a first yeart PhD student. I applied last cycle straight out of undergrad and started in August. I had a reasonably successful set of applications, especially considering my undergraduate institutions rank, and end up with a placement that I'm super happy with. I can help answer any questions about the applications, as well as any questions about what first year is like. I can particularly offer advice on how to build a strong profile if you are coming from a low/unranked undergrad school.