Crappy to average undergraduate grades: Is grad school still an option for me?

Question

I really want to go back to college and get a graduate degree (something in business). After that, I would like to go to law school. My grades weren’t the best in college: 2.75 GPA. My GPA in my major (Political Science) was a 3.0 and my GPA in my upper division level courses was a 3.0 (still nothing to brag about).

Most graduate programs and law schools require much better grades than what I got. So I’ve been thinking a lot about taking more undergraduate courses and double majoring, to bring my GPA up.

Any other suggestions?

Answer 1

You could always apply, and see what happens.

If not, then try your method out.

Answer 2

It is highly unlikely that you could get into a top business school.  However, you will have no problem getting into some business school.

In my opinion, an MBA from a school that is not ranked won't do much more for you than a BS in Business.  On the other hand, a BS in Business will get you a better job than a BA in Political Science.  you might consider law school as well