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  1. Thanks for the welcome! And for the info re: GPA and school reputations/funding. Such a relief to hear my GPA is in the clear. And this is the first time I look into anything like this since I was looking into undergrad schools in 2013 so I appreciate the advice! I believe where I got the notion that I should focus on "top" schools was from a professor who is encouraged me to go for a Screenwriting MFA (screenwriting is what I focus on now as a hobby) and to aim for the top programs like USC because it has great alumni, is in the middle of the industry, and would be the best move for networking. But that's probably not the same for a general Creative Writing MFA? Also, if you don't mind me asking, what's good about getting an MFA? If it's not really marketable, what's the draw? For me, I'm applying because I'd like to do a more in-depth study in narrative techniques and storytelling than what I'm getting at my current school, but I can probably do without it. I'm also graduating almost debt-free from my current institution, so I thought getting into some major debt for grad school could be worth it. Is it? lol (Just looking for some more perspective here as I'm first gen and don't have any friends who are doing grad school.)
  2. Hi! I'm a current undergrad student studying English with a Creative Writing track at a local university. I'm interested in looking into grad schools for Creative Writing. I began undergrad at a community college in 2014 and had a bad start. Went through depression and failed a decent amount of classes during that. I made most of those classes up, and slowly brought my GPA back up to a 3.0 before transferring to my current university. Currently, I have 3.7 (at this school) that should be at least 3.8 by the time I apply for school in the fall (If I pick up an extra class this summer, I could manage 3.9 before applying). In my current transcript, there are three of those failed classes visible from before I transferred. Two occurred in 2015 and the last in 2017. All three classes were math and Econ related, because early on I was a business major. All other grades on the transcript from then and now are As and a few Bs. I was just wondering if someone could give some insight on my chances of being considered a good candidate, and maybe what I can do between now and the fall to help myself stand out? I got myself through most of community college by freelance writing and have been published in several print and online magazines (reviews, columns, articles), though nothing "story" related yet. I also have a large resume of career work in social media management, writing, and production in the entertainment industry. And in these last two semesters at my current university, I've gotten very involved in on-campus clubs and organizations. Would any of these things help my chances? If I am applying for a Creative Writing, English, or related Masters program, what are the most important things that the college would look for? I am of course interested in getting into the best program/school that I can manage, but am looking for some guidance from you all before I get my heart set on something that's out of my reach due to my grades. I really appreciate any advice you have. Thank you all in advance!
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