Schools Any hope for nuclear grad school?

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The discussion centers on the concerns of a Physics B.S. student with a 3.46 GPA about competing for graduate programs in Nuclear Engineering against candidates with specialized degrees. The student has research experience at their home university and through a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. They seek advice on their competitiveness and inquire about smaller universities that offer Nuclear Engineering programs where they might have a better chance of admission. The conversation emphasizes the importance of research experience and suggests exploring less prominent institutions that may value a diverse academic background.

Dec 23, 2013

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This fall I'll receive my B.S. in Physics. I have a 3.46 gpa and have done research at my home university and an REU. I know I am competing with actual Nuclear Engineering majors. How screwed am I and what small universities that have a nuclear engineering program may I have a shot at?

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You already have a thread for that here: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=724999

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