Interested in Medill, but...

[Jenn <3]

Hi,

I'm graduating next spring with a 2.2 cumulative GPA, which I EARNED while being immature and not having any focus. It turns out that I should have stayed at home a little longer than I did. Oh, spilled milk. Anyway, I've since gained some perspective and maturity, and would really like to pursue a career in journalism. I really like Medill's program, especially the global residency. But, my GPA gives me pause. I called admissions and spoke to a woman who said GPA is less of a factor when compared with an applicant's work experience, resume, and GRE score, and that I had a chance, but I have to wonder if she was just saying this to get me to apply. I know law schools will give fee waivers to people who don't have a shot of obtaining admission in an effort to increase their selectivity factor for the U.S. News rankings. On the other hand, I can tell from a few hours of prep that the GRE won't be as difficult as I thought it would be, so there's that. I plan to take it next spring.Maybe I do have a shot. The representative certainly seemed to think I do, so do I? I'd appreciate any insight on this.