Angela, John is correct - I think you received some inaccurate advice. I've seen quite the opposite. Often grad programs like to attract non-local students because it enhances their reputation on the national stage. In addition, many advisors recommend that their undergrads go elsewhere for grad school (if they are able) to experience a wider breadth of experience. So I would recommend that you keep trying.
Sincerely, Theresa Culley Professor Dept. Biological Sciences University of Cincinnati On Feb 22, 2016, at 12:36 PM, Long, John A <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: Hi Angela, I think you have heard wrong. Most places that I’m familiar with have little issue with students being out of state. This might be more of an issue for out-of country applicants when funding is designated for nationals. John A. Long, PhD Assistant Professor, Computational Biology Northern State University Aberdeen, SD 57401 605-626-2629 From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Angela Trenkle Sent: Monday, February 22, 2016 9:35 AM To: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Subject: Overcoming the Location Hump for Out of State Jobs/Graduate Studies Hello everyone, I am looking into employment/graduate school out of state. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions/words of advice on how to overcome the location hump (I have heard that a lot of places will dismiss you immediately upon seeing that you are not a local). Is it impossible? How can it be done? Thanks! -Angela
