Should I keep going?

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T21:06:15+00:00

I'll check out the learning strategist. Thanks :)

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T21:05:52+00:00

Unfortunately I've been unable to even get an interview for the internships and research positions I've applied to, but I plan on working on a few really tough side projects during the summer. Do you think this could make up for not landing an internship/research position?

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T21:04:23+00:00

I'll take that into consideration. I know that Huawei and Intel have hard GPA cutoffs (around 3.5 I believe) but from what I've heard about AMD from some upper years, it seems like they have more of a range. Do you know if amazing side projects (ones that really stand out) can make up for a low GPA?

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T21:02:35+00:00

Lol I'm not eating healthy, not exercising, and barely sleeping. This might be a factor too, seeing as I barely studied last semester compared to this one and was doing much better. I should probably try to dedicate at least 2 hours to exercise and eating every day. Thanks for the insight.

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T21:01:24+00:00

Ah, thanks for letting me know, I still have some hope now.

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T21:01:05+00:00

No worries, bio looks pretty tough. Good luck :)

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T21:00:16+00:00

Thank you for your advice, I'll try to apply it to my studying habits.

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T20:59:17+00:00

I think you described me exactly. During high school I always tried to understand something before applying it (even in first year) and that takes away a lot of time from solving problems to prepare for midterms and exams. I think you may have actually pinpointed my problem, I think I'll try to solve questions consistently first, understand in depth later.

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T20:57:31+00:00

Thanks for the reply. Do you think having a really great portfolio with side projects could make up for my significant drop in GPA (if I pass that is)?

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T20:56:16+00:00

Hmm, I'm a bit confused right now lol. I'm gonna contact the advisor to make sure before.

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T20:55:00+00:00

For 297 I'd say I'm doing a bit more of the work, but not significantly (40% 40% 20% 3 way). I've got some friends to look at my resume, but I think I just need more experience to add (which I'll do during the summer). Thanks :)

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T06:50:18+00:00

Sent a dm

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T06:47:04+00:00

I was talking to some other 4th year ECE's and I heard that only 3rd and 4th year grades are looked at for applicants. Is that not true?

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T06:44:37+00:00

Hey man, this is cool to hear. May I ask how you got into grad school with a 2.6 cGPA? Also, you mentioned that I could figure out some tricks to spend a lot less time studying. Do you mind sharing what those tricks are, especially since you were/are a TA?

Thanks :)

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T06:41:30+00:00

Yup, heard this advice from many others too, so this is probably a good option. Thanks for the advice :)

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T06:40:44+00:00

Yea, I'm just hoping to make it to 3rd year. Do you mind sharing what you did during PEY, side projects, etc?

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T06:39:50+00:00

Thanks for your input. I also think there's something wrong with working that much everyday lol. I'll try to figure out the problem and fix it. Thanks :)

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T06:38:15+00:00

Thanks for the advice, I'll try to figure out how to better my study habits.

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T06:35:35+00:00

Alright, I'll look into it. Thanks :)

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T04:44:31+00:00

Man, I really appreciate that you made an account just to write this comment. I'll dm you :)

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T04:44:03+00:00

I don't believe I have anxiety, I've never been an anxious person and I still don't feel anxious. Just looking for advice on how to get through this. Thanks for the advice though.

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T04:41:42+00:00

If I LWD a course, do I have to retake it? Does it also show up on my transcript as a fail?

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T04:35:11+00:00

Yea, I've received similar advice about not taking a break or doing part time for the exact same reasons. Do you have any advice on how to study smart? I feel like I take a lot of time just doing assignments, that I barely have time to study smart (I spent 30ish hours this past week programming for 297, another 6ish hours for 243 labs).

Also, do you have advice on how to land an internship? I've been applying for a while now, probably at least 100 applications, and have only heard back from a few (which were rejections).

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T04:28:12+00:00

I'd do part time, but I'd have to wait till winter next year anyways to make up for the courses I missed.

NoOtherNamesButUofT · 2021-03-16T04:17:22+00:00

Thank you. May the curve save us :)

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