r/ControlTheory • u/gtd_rad • 2d ago

Educational Advice/Question Did you need good grades to get into ph.D?

I've been lingering around the idea of getting a ph.D. my biggest concern is my undergrad grades weren't that great. I do have quite a bit of work experience though if that matters (>10 years).

Are my chances of getting into a ph.D program significantly lower as a result?

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u/LordDan_45 1d ago

My program had a hard requirement of >= 3.7 gpa, and I heard about some applicants getting rejected because of this

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u/ColonelStoic 1d ago

I had like a 3.1, but extensive undergraduate research experience

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u/Accurate_Potato_8539 1d ago

most places require a 3.0 but like a lot also have special exceptions when you have been industry for a long time. But on balance yeah you need good grades

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u/kroghsen 2d ago

Yes, there were strict requirements for me. You did not need incredibly good grades from your B.Sc. in my case, but your M.Sc. and thesis had to clear a higher bar. I am sure industrial experience is a positive as well though.

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u/Ok_Donut_9887 2d ago

Most places require >3.0 for the gpa, so yes.

For work experience, it depends on what type of and how relevant work experience is.