How much does the prestige of your college matter when getting into graduate school for the humanities? I got into my reach, which was a top 15 research university, but my family can't afford it. Instead, I'm going to a local top 50 research university.
What can I do to make myself stand out to top grad schools?
>>18277543
Connections
>>18277543
Don't go for fucking humanities, for starters. Other than that, I suggest you actually show that you are a diverse and well-rounded human being by traveling, doing some volunteer work, showing you have varied extracurricular interests, and otherwise can be a self-motivated individual by starting your own small business.
>>18277576
What should I go for if I'm awful at math and meh in science?
>>18277607
If you're bad at math and science, good luck passing the GRE
>>18277543
It makes a huge difference. The opportunities provided and connections you make at a top school will help you stand out.
>>18277607
Teacher? Doctor? Lawyer? Army?
Google online career test?
The only thing that matters is connections. nobody gives a shit about anything >>18277576 typed.
Connections.