academiaGrad School
#RI-6a6b0f84·7 months ago·
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“Pursue PhD despite lack of research experience”
What Actually Happened
Tackled PhD application with limited research background
What I wish I knew
"Research experience is crucial for PhD admissions"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Gain research experience through coursework or independent projects"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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