<p>Hey guys and girls,</p>
<p>I have a quick question concerning Chem E programs. First some relevant background info.</p>
<p>Graduated from Rice University in 2010 B.S. in Chemical Engineering. Worked in industry (environmental engineering) for a year before deciding that isn't really the life I want to lead and quit.</p>
<p>Undergrad GPA 2.89. Bad I know, hence this thread.
Caveat is that my last three semesters was around 3.5 consistently, and my team and I managed to win senior design award. No extenuating circumstance for the first 2 years though -- sadly in my immaturity I decided to indulge too much in my free time. Turned myself around the last 3 semesters.</p>
<p>Just took the GRE two weeks ago. GRE Quant: 750-800 Verbal: 750-800 AW: still waiting.
I'm actually still waiting for the official scores because I took the new GRE, and they won't be sending my true score until November. I guess that's why the on-screen score was a range. New score will also be on a different scale, as many of you guys know.</p>
<p>I did two summers of research in industrial settings. One summer was on catalyst improvement for reactor, the other was on a semiconductor material. Both resulted in no publications, but at least I can get LoRs from my supervisors.</p>
<p>So onto my question:</p>
<p>I know I have to face the music -- I'm not going to bank on getting into any good to great programs. The chances are just way too slim. I might try my luck, but I think the prudent thing to do is look at some less competitive and less well known schools. </p>
<p>With that said, do you guys have any recommendations for me? It obviously needs to be an ABET accredited program, but other than that I really don't have any demands to make. I wish to pursue a PhD, but if a MS/MEng detour is needed I will definitely consider it. Beggars can't be choosers as they say.</p>
<p>Thanks a lot. Any help/guidance/motivation is appreciated.</p>