siamman wrote:
Thanks you guys a lot
My problem is, I have only 2.3 GPA for my undergrad in Thailand
However, now I am about to finish grad study with distinction in one of the top-ten UK schools. Before I came here, I got 660 gmat (Q90 V62). I think that if I take it again, my better english should help me able to reach 700+
The problem is, from I know, all students accepted into the schools like Yale have perfect backgrounds. And I am somewhat afraid that they might laugh at my application as soon as they see my gpa - it not only wastes my time, but also embarrasses myself
Competition is very intense. If you are looking for a Ph.D in finance, its is the most competitive of all Ph.D admissions.
Look at the big picture. Entering a Ph.D program will not guarantee that you will complete it. Quite the opposite actually. Even the smartest of students fail at producing good research. If you think an "A" student is an "A" researcher or an "A" teacher, thats not correct.
Yale will give you a very good pedigree. No question about the value of a Yale Ph.D or a top school Ph.D. But thats about it. you are on your own then.
The power of publications transcends everything and holds a lot of power in academia. If you can publish quality work, you can be at timbaktoo university and still be a rockstar in your field.
Publish or Perish -- thats the cliche you will hear over and over in academia.
Praetorian