This may be considered a little early, but I wanted to start the 2017 application profile thread, so here it is! I'm copying the 2016 thread for consistency. Use the following templates to enter your information, before and after you obtain your results, and remember to submit your results at the end of the cycle for posterity and to help the next cohort of applicants HERE.
You can find the threads by clicking on the year.
2016: http://forum.thegradcafe.com/topic/67840-2016-applicant-p
Hey everyone. So I've applied to grad school twice before this season. Once as a senior in undergrad (when I was unprepared for applications), and last year (when I felt somewhat competitive.) After meeting complete rejection the last two years, I felt discouraged but I'm trying again.
Undergrad Institution: UC Davis (graduated summer 2014) Major(s): Microbiology Minor(s): Entomology, Studio Art GPA in Major: 3.6 Overall GPA: 3.6 Position in Class: I'm not sure. Above average? Type o