GPA may not matter much in real world
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Students spending more time in the library than on the intramural field should think twice about being a bookworm.
In today's ever-changing world of work, employers are looking for a lot more than just a good GPA.
In general, employers are looking for well-rounded independent students, especially those involved in extracurricular activities.
But sometimes, your type of degree isn't what gets you a paying job. And it turns out you might not need that master's degree after all.
A good example is NBC Weathercaster Al Roker. He holds just a communication degree, but is one of the most notable figures in America.
He didn't hesitate to get a job at a local TV station as a sophomore in college. It was a move that eventually would pay off ' somewhere in the neighborhood of $1.5 million per year.
Although varying your resume is something that helps all majors, the extent to which it's necessary will differ between professions.
It may be more advantageous to have a higher GPA if you're heading to medical school. But a public relations major could actually benefit from multiple internships and jobs, with a slightly lower GPA.
It all depends on what your goals are and what means you use to achieve them. Although a good GPA certainly couldn't hurt, don't forget to look outside the grade for success in the real world.