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Anyone else out there starting to feel super pessimistic about their chances of getting in? All this waiting is freaking me out even though I know there's still plenty of time to hear from schools. I have a pretty low undergrad GPA, so I haven't been feeling too confident from the start. What kind of plans or ideas are you looking into if you do not get in? I've been teaching high school after I graduated with my BA in chem and was certified to teach. It's been an ok 3 years, however, I need out of this career... like, last week!! So, teaching is out. I've looked into going for a 2nd Bachelor's, unfortunately, the 5 yr BS/MA program at the school I would like to go to does not allow 2nd Bachelor's for my program. I am also not sure if my odds for getting accepted for a BS are any better or if I want to start at bachelors level again. I've also considered becoming a firefighter, I have an interview lined up on Monday. I think this is just my current state of desperation allowing me to think that is a viable option for me. After dealing with teenage boys in the classroom for 3 years I am not sure I want to deal with the slightly grown boys club... and little pay. The hours sound nice though, 2 days on, 4 days off. Realistically, I've been looking into programs at the community college such as EMT, dental assistant, x-ray tech.... The nice thing about being a teacher in NM is that I'll get paid quite a bit more with just about anything I could go into (I know a taco bell manager and a counter girl at Macy's who get paid significantly more than me!)

Should one ever feel life is flying by too fast, simply apply to grad school. I never knew the days could crawl by at such a painstakingly slow pace. 1 rejection, 6 to hear from. I am already going crazy with the wait now, I am not sure how I am going to make it to April if I don't hear anything sooner

Lots of waiting and severe stress! 1 rejection from the school that I thought would be my best chance, and pretty much nothing for the other 6. I did find out that the program at one school recommended me, however, the grad school still needs to make their decision. Not sure if it will play out, I have a horrible GPA for my under grad degree and it is below what the grad school requires. Either which way, this is my last year teaching (high school), not the right career path for me! I have no idea what I am going to do if I don't get in. Seems no one wants to hire an over paid "babysitter", even with a degree in Chemistry.