Madik

Thank you all very much for your helpful feedback. Even though my GPA is a 3.0 because of some of the science and math electives, I do understand that there are applicants who took the same courses and maintained a good GPA. I'm planning to take the GRE along with the subject and going to apply to Masters programs and a few lower-ranking Phd programs. I'm also going to try to sharpen my writing sample and personal statement. Thank you all once again, I really appreciate it.

Hello everyone. I graduated with a bachelors in English a year ago with a GPA of 3.0. Now I want to apply to a Ph.D program. I don't have any publications either. 1) My first question is: With a 3.0 would it be a good idea to apply to ivy league and/or topnotch schools? I'm sure I'll get a response telling me there's nothing to lose except I have to save my money just so I can register for the GRE. Those application fees add up. 2)Also, what schools are good to apply to. I'm interested in African American Lit as well as American Lit, haven't really made a final decision. I don't really have anyone who can advise me on this matter so I'm turning here. I'm currently looking at the University of Virginia, Rutgers University, Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL), University of Pittsburgh, Rice University, Vanderbilt University, and University of Maryland (UMD). Any helpful advice would be appreciated. Thank you.