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Although the number of applications from all schools is up, TFA has always attracted a large number of Ivy and top-tier grads, even before the current recession.
The recession has made the TFA hiring process still more competitive, of course.</p>
<p>My d has just started her second year as a corps member in the Metro DC area. It’s true that many applicants are high-performing grads of highly-ranked schools. However, I do think that an applicant with a GPA in the OP’s range would be considered if he or she can show a proven track record as a problem solver - this was one of the essay topics my d had to write on in her application. If you have life experience that indicates you are a creative thinker with an original approach to solving difficult problems, you’re the type of applicant TFA wants to consider.</p>
<p>cutieness, you don’t mention what year you’re in currently. Many schools have TFA recruiting organizations on campus that need undergrads as volunteers. It won’t necessarily improve your chances, but it will give you an understanding of the application process. Is there time to increase your GPA somewhat? That will increase your opportunities everywhere.</p>