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Hi everyone I was attending PhD program at a large state school but has been dismissed because I received two 'C's in two consecutive semesters. I am considering reapplication to other departments of the same university or to other universities. Weak point = received 'C's in back to back semesters but have strong genuine reason behind this. Strong Point = my graduate work has led to one presentation at an international level meeting, and one upcoming journal article. While my graduate GPA has spiraled down 3.0 because of genuine reasons not under my control, my undergrad GPA is far better. What are my chances of receiving an admit from other departments of the same school? Would it help if I explain in my sop the reasons behind my poor graduate GPA? Should I take the subject GRE test to show I can do well in terms of technical understanding and application of the knowledge? Any other suggestion that might help my case? I appreciate any feedback on this matter.