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What do you recommend as a course of action for someone who suffered from depression as an undergraduate (and got poor grades as a result), but is nevertheless very competent and wants to pursue graduate school in philosophy?

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With the help of a former teacher, perhaps, s/he can write a philosophy essay in an area s/he is most interested in. This essay can serve as a basis for assessing whether s/he really has the talent, preparation, and commitment for graduate training in philosophy. If so, this essay can also serve as a writing sample for applications. But it is probably also important to have at least one reference letter from a professor familiar with the applicant who can explain the special circumstances. It may also help to take another philosophy course or two before applying. This may help in developing a suitable essay topic and also in yielding another good grade and strong letter of recommendation.

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