[PhD in Industrial Engineering/Operations Research Fall 2013]

Since you are interested in OR, I would rank the following programs. To increase your chances, you must contact 2-3 facutly in these departments that you would like to work with. If none are willing, there really is no point applying to the program, particularly if you want to be funded. Your GRE scores are fantastic. With a strong personal statement essay, Im sure they would overlook your low GPA. If you can get a research paper or a poster in a major IE/OR conference, you should get through in any of the list below. Personally i feel the list is too long. Must narrow it down further. Do you know what area in OR you are interested in?

Florida - very OR centric at a fundamental/theoretical level

Arizona State - Very information science centric

Illinois - very manufacturing (Mfg) focused

Michigan - very mfg focused

North Carolina State - very mfg focused

Virginia

Penn State - defense and mfg focused.

Pitt

Wisconsin

Northeastern

North Carolina

Minnesota

You should check out the US News rankings and the ASEE website for more info on each of the programs. I know there are consultants that can help you make your decision easier.

Regards

B.S.