Grad school rejection?

[Anonymous]

So I’m graduating next week. I only applied to one grad school because I found out I was graduating at such a late notice. But I thought I would have a good chance because I was graduating a year early and had good grade and a good writer I would be okay. But unfortunately not. Now I don’t know what to do. I was hoping it would work out. Now I don't know. How often do people get rejected from grad school? I feel bad. I feel like a failure kind of. I don’t have anything lined up. Im just gonna graduate with nothing and it was already a lot to get grad school letters because I lacked prescience on campus from Covid so I don't know

[Anonymous]

It's not uncommon for people to be rejected from grad school, as the application process can be highly competitive and selective. Many factors can influence the admissions decision, including academic performance, work experience, letters of recommendation, and the fit between the applicant's goals and the program's objectives.

Receiving a rejection can be disappointing and may lead to feelings of failure or self-doubt, but it's important to remember that it's not a reflection of your worth or potential. There are many paths to success and fulfillment, and not getting into grad school does not mean that you can't achieve your goals or pursue your passions.

If you're feeling lost or uncertain about your next steps, it may be helpful to reach out to a career counselor or mentor who can provide guidance and support. You may also want to consider alternative paths, such as gaining work experience, pursuing a different graduate program, or exploring other career options.

Remember to be kind to yourself and to focus on your strengths and accomplishments. Graduating from college is a major achievement, and you should be proud of all that you have accomplished so far. Keep an open mind and stay positive, and you will find a path that is right for you.

[abc3643]

Apply to more grad schools. Or, if you can afford it, stay another year to complete a minor or second closely related BS. All the while, apply to multiple graduate schools.

Alternatively, work a year and then go to grad school.

Or just skip grad school altogether. I was in grad school for YEARS and, really, it set me back in a way because I started my career at 29 and got off to a bad start.

[abc3643]

What are you getting your Bachelor's degree in?
What did you want for a major/degree in graduate school?

[Asker]

I major in criminal justice bad minored in psychology and for grad school I was planning on going for applied clinical psychology