Graduate Program - Frequently Asked Questions
We regret we cannot answer individual inquiries. We receive hundreds of emails, and we are unable to answer individual questions. We appreciate your understanding.
You say you cannot answer individual inquiries, but I have low grades and
I want to know if someone can tell me if I should apply or not. I want to know
what my chances are that I will be accepted to the program.
If you have low grades/GPA or GRE, we cannot predict whether or
not you will be admitted to the program. However, we can tell you that your file
will be carefully considered. The Admissions Committee will read
all the files. The Admissions Committee considers all the different components
of your file, not just scores or grades. Please note we cannot review
transcripts prior to the admissions process. We encourage you to apply and to
submit a strong application.
How do I know your program is the right one for me?
We strongly encourage you to visit:
http://literature.ucsd.edu/faculty/. Click
on the names of our faculty members to learn about their interests and to find
out what they have published. If you find someone whose work is of interest to
you, you should apply to UCSD.
Tell us in your Statement of Purpose why the work of our professors is important
to your own work. Let our faculty know you are serious about working with them.
Serious applicants read our faculty’s publications carefully.