Hi, Just wondering if anyone here has applied to Penn State or Maryland for the PhD programs? I applied on Dec 15 and 14 respectively, and haven't heard anything back yet.
Undergrad Institution: Undergrad and MSc at Canadian schools (different schools)
Major(s): Undergrad - Chemistry and Earth Sciences, MSc. Earth Sciences
Minor(s): Nope
GPA in Major: A (MSc. )B+ (undergrad)
Overall GPA:
Position in Class: N/A
Type of Student: International
GRE Scores (revised/old version):
Q:157 V:156 AW:6
Research Experience:
Worked at Geological Survey of Canada
Lab assistant during my undergraduate
RA for my supervisor
Undergrad honors research project
MSc. is research-based
Presented preliminary MSc results at Goldschmidt
Awards/Honors/Recognitions:
Won undergrad poster day
Partial MSc. admissions scholarship
Pertinent Activities or Jobs:
Worked at the geological survey and as a lab assistant
RA for my supervisor
Numerous volunteer outreach in science organizations planned a grad student conference.
Any Miscellaneous Accomplishments that Might Help: N/A
Special Bonus Points: worked in multiple lab settings, attended conference, well known MSc supervisors, good work experience
Any Other Info That Shows Up On Your App and Might Matter: mixed race minority female
Applying to Where:
Penn State, Maryland
