<p>Hey everybody! This is my first post here.</p>
<p>So I just finished my sophomore year at the University of Pittsburgh, and I'm pretty much set on going to graduate school to get my masters in Int'l Relations. I know it's a bit early to start pondering over my chances, but I would REALLY like some answers as to how good of a candidate I am for some of the more elite programs in the nation/world (i.e. Georgetown, Hopkins, Harvard, Columbia, LSE, Sciences-Po Paris). Can you guys help me out?</p>
<p>My stats (as of end of sophomore year)
Majors: Economics, History, Political Science (yes, three)
Minor: French
GPA: 3.7+ (should go up too)
Majors GPA: Poli Sci: 4.0, History: 3.88, Economics: 3.68
GRE: Haven't taken it yet. When should I?
Languages: English, French (fluent)
Experience: Have been working in a law firm since 2006</p>
<p>PLUS, I am going abroad my entire junior year to study at Sciences-Po Paris. I got into an exchange program, so I think grad schools will like that. BUT, the grades I earn abroad won't transfer and affect my GPA, which I kind of have mixed feelings about. But in any case, I know grad schools will certainly look at what I earn while abroad. </p>
<p>So, there you have it! Thanks in advance for your help/advice/input. It is very much appreciated. </p>
<p>P.S. - Do grad schools look at your grades from 1st semester senior year? 2nd semester?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>