Program: MPP/Energy and Environment
Schools Applying To: Duke Sanford MPP/Env. Science, U of Michigan MPP, Ann Arbor, Chicago Harris, Michigan-Ford (MPP), Berkeley Goldman(MPP)/ERG, others
Interests: Interested in renewable energy, workforce development, utility reform and sustainable development
Undergrad Institution: University of Washington, Seattle
Undergraduate GPA: 3.7/4
Undergraduate: Accounting, Philosophy with Honors
GRE: V 166 / Q 153 / AW 5
Age: 27
Languages: Ukrainian/Russian (native), English, Spanish (beginner)
Work Experience: +5yrs
- 2 years working in public/private accounting
- volunteering, including installing solar in disadvantaged communities in the US and abroad
- 3 years (on-going) at a solar non-profit. I have experience in the design/implementation of low-income solar programs, research and advocacy in utility reform
LORs: 2 current bosses (3 years) profs from phil undergrad
SOPs: Talking about regulatory reform at the state level to promote a shift towards renewable energy with strong emphasis on workforce development and economic inclusiveness
Concerns:
1. GRE Quant - it's a horrible score. Taken twice - I can't crack it?
Can I even apply with these stats?
Thank you!!