Applications already in... but I just submitted a paper. Advice?

[js3]

Hi all,

I submitted my applications in early-mid December to a number of Synthetic Biology PhD programs, but just had a paper submitted this week as a contributing author. I feel a little dumb contacting admissions departments with an updated CV for a paper that is pending, but I have a low GPA (2.95) and this is my first paper. I've only previously presented posters and done two presentations at conferences. I can't help but feel that every little bit helps. Do you think it's worth it to submit an updated CV or should I wait until I know if the paper is being accepted?

 

Thanks!

[Canis]

Don't submit an updated CV. Email your POIs and copy the graduate admissions contact in the department to let them know your update.