How does your GPA affect your job search and job pay?
i am majoring in computer engineering and electrical engineering, i want to know how my GPA will affect job search and pay.
I think as long as you graduated then you should be able to find a job anywhere and your pay range will be the same for that major. If i am wrong, please correct me
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They will definitely affect your job hunt, since a "good" company will get more applicants and an applicant with a better GPA has more chances than you. Getting the job however is more than just your GPA, the interview affects a lot.
I read once of a guy that studied law in Harvard Law School got a low GPA when he graduated, and made it impossible for him to get a good paying job (more than 60k a year). Where people that graduate with honors get easier access to that top of the line job. Although this answer is biased towards that example there could’ve been many other problems as to why he didn’t get that job. But that could vary depending on the company and the contacts you have inside that company.
they say it does-trust me.. it doesn’t
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They will definitely affect your job hunt, since a "good" company will get more applicants and an applicant with a better GPA has more chances than you. Getting the job however is more than just your GPA, the interview affects a lot.
I read once of a guy that studied law in Harvard Law School got a low GPA when he graduated, and made it impossible for him to get a good paying job (more than 60k a year). Where people that graduate with honors get easier access to that top of the line job. Although this answer is biased towards that example there could’ve been many other problems as to why he didn’t get that job. But that could vary depending on the company and the contacts you have inside that company.
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Your GPA has nothing to do with anything unless you graduated with high honers. Then I guess you could put it down on your application if you are a recent grad, but for the most part it doesn’t mean anything!
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As long as you’re above 3.0, don’t worry about it too much.
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It will effect your job hunt… but as far as Job pay, nope. Employers not gonna give you less money b/e you didn’t graduate with honors. However, like anything else a employer is going to hire the person with the higher GPA.
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If you do not have a good GPA, the key will be to network and locate advocates at your targeted companies who want you in the firm. Likewise, you may be perceived as a better fit (likeability and so on) and this may help you gain an edge over an unknown candidate with a higher GPA.
I don’t think your GPA will decide whether you get a job or not. What really matters is your personality. If you present yourself as a person with qualities who is willing to work then GPA will not be of importance.
I think this is really an interesting thing because I have seen so many people are associated with that. I think this is one of the best thing to discuss. Anyways keep it up and keep continue with your valuable thoughts.
no, but i depends on what school you came from and if you’ve graduated with honors. most companies doesn’t look at it.
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Nobody is going to hire you or pay you a good salary just because you have a high GPA. Of course if you own one it may be an advantage for you, but in the end the impression you make on your interview and your previous experience is what matters the most. Usually the salary level will rise in time due to your hard work, but you should be able to negotiate these kind of terms before you sign an employment contract.