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My current Masters path - vetvso - 03-11-2019
Currently, I have fully completed two applications and I was denied by one here locally. Even with a GPA of 3.52. However, TESU just called to inform me I was accepted into their MA program. My funding is unusual since I have federal and state funding and student loan repayment programs. I can now use TESU to get my funding and they just end up mailing me a check. I then use the money to take classes at UAF. I really like the Rutgers online MA program and will continue doing the application process. The issue I have is with references since I don’t feel comfortable asking my professors to send more than two.
RE: My current Masters path - cookderosa - 03-17-2019
(03-11-2019, 02:27 PM)vetvso Wrote: Currently, I have fully completed two applications and I was denied by one here locally. Even with a GPA of 3.52. However, TESU just called to inform me I was accepted into their MA program. My funding is unusual since I have federal and state funding and student loan repayment programs. I can now use TESU to get my funding and they just end up mailing me a check. I then use the money to take classes at UAF. I really like the Rutgers online MA program and will continue doing the application process. The issue I have is with references since I don’t feel comfortable asking my professors to send more than two.
Do you have a plan for your references? What are they asking for?
RE: My current Masters path - vetvso - 03-17-2019
I have used up most of my current references. However, I am always taking other classes and those newer professors will be used for additional applications. I have two more to ask in May and I will keep going until I get into something interesting.
RE: My current Masters path - Supermind - 03-18-2019
Rejected with a GPA of 3.52?? Is this some super elite institution where students with a 3.9-4.0 GPA are accepted? Did they offer any reasons for turning down your application?
RE: My current Masters path - vetvso - 03-18-2019
(03-18-2019, 02:15 AM)Supermind Wrote: Rejected with a GPA of 3.52?? Is this some super elite institution where students with a 3.9-4.0 GPA are accepted? Did they offer any reasons for turning down your application?
They only accept a few people per year and they accepted a few women from Europe. I'm not too worried about it and will get into another here in another department. It will just take some more time.
RE: My current Masters path - davewill - 03-18-2019
(03-11-2019, 02:27 PM)vetvso Wrote: ... The issue I have is with references since I don’t feel comfortable asking my professors to send more than two.
I wouldn't worry too much about that. Most professors have been in your position (needing reference letters) a few times in their lives, and understand that they are a part of the job.
RE: My current Masters path - sanantone - 03-18-2019
They have the letter saved. They're sending out the same one over and over again.
RE: My current Masters path - vetvso - 03-18-2019
(03-18-2019, 11:50 AM)davewill Wrote:(03-11-2019, 02:27 PM)vetvso Wrote: ... The issue I have is with references since I don’t feel comfortable asking my professors to send more than two.
I wouldn't worry too much about that. Most professors have been in your position (needing reference letters) a few times in their lives, and understand that they are a part of the job.
I think your right, however, for me, it's a matter of professionalism. I will ask a few to write several recommendations and some of my colleagues from overseas have helped. I am a little surprised at the amount of time it takes and the waiting process has been very long.
RE: My current Masters path - vetvso - 03-20-2019
Today I had a meeting with the department chair of my foreign language program. I was told that I needed to consider doing a study abroad program in Germany where I could finish my advanced German for UAF and get some Masters level credit for my Graduate courses in Foreign languages, ancient history, and Archaeology. UAF has an exchange program and I would only have to pay UAF prices. I would be able to apply some of my funding and they said they would help me to get some scholarships.
RE: My current Masters path - Imbanewbie - 03-22-2019
(03-11-2019, 02:27 PM)vetvso Wrote: Currently, I have fully completed two applications and I was denied by one here locally. Even with a GPA of 3.52. However, TESU just called to inform me I was accepted into their MA program. My funding is unusual since I have federal and state funding and student loan repayment programs. I can now use TESU to get my funding and they just end up mailing me a check. I then use the money to take classes at UAF. I really like the Rutgers online MA program and will continue doing the application process. The issue I have is with references since I don’t feel comfortable asking my professors to send more than two.Hi vetvso
Can you double check if Rutgers offer online for MA. I asked for online MBA. They does not have 100% online for all the courses. Also if you go for their open event, you can get waive application of $75 fee