Explaining my 3.6 GPA on my application

[linden]

I will be applying to public policy programs for Fall 2009 entrance. My graduate GPA was 3.6. I went to graduate school straight from undergrad. Shortly after starting, I realized I had chosen the wrong profession. I quickly lost interest in my studies, and I ended up with a 3.6 GPA. I know this is an acceptable GPA. Nevertheless, I am concerned because it is much lower than my undergraduate GPA, and I am applying to top public policy programs. Do you think this lower graduate school GPA will be a problem? Should I try to explain it on my statement of purpose?

Thanks for any advice.

Linden

[Dreams]

Your gpa is fine. You do not need to waste time explaining an already solid gpa in your statement.

[bobwhoops]

Joke topic? You're fine

[rising_star]

Explaining it will only draw attention to it.

[linden]

Thanks for your feedback!