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Hey! I got in my first round without getting my undergrad in SLP. Though grades, experience, and GRE are crucial, I think putting a lot of effort in the statement of purpose is SO IMPORTANT. I can't stress it enough. If you think about how many applicants they get, most who are serious about SLP are going to be competitive applicants with high scores and years of experience. I volunteered for one summer at a speech therapy camp and I didn't have a high GPA nor high GRE scores and I got into a top program. I think all the effort and thought I put into my SOP really paid off. The SOP gives you a chance to let the committee know who you are as a person: Are you a leader? Are you curious to learn more about the field of SLP? What kind of goals do you have for yourself? It also gives you the chance to tell them specifically what got you interested in pursuing SLP: how did your experiences lead you to now (please stay away from the cliche family member who has a stuttering problem)? What about dysphasia makes you excited? It also gives you the opportunity to let them know why you're interested in THEIR specific program: Which professors would you like to conduct research with and why? What is it about their program that sets them apart from the hundreds of others out there? How are you going to positively impact their program? I think these questions are important to consider when drafting out a SOP. All in all, the SOP allows the committee to set aside the numbers and to really qualify your application. They're really looking for people who are goal oriented, go-getters, and who they think will succeed in their program as well as in the field. If you think you can, verbally tell them through your experiences, leadership, and dedication!! I hope this helps

@rose6593 @newspeechie93 Thanks! Where did you guys find out about the March 1st deadline? I didn't realize there was a deadline for FAFSA.. I thought there was for their scholarships :-/ I'm also planning to attend the NYU admitted student event! Where do you guys plan on staying? I've been trying to find somewhat affordable locations to stay that is accessible to both NYU and TC.

Are any of you attending the admitted students day? I just booked my flight and hotel! Also, @rose6593 when did you submit your FAFSA application? I recently submitted mine and that's why I'm thinking I still haven't received an award on my admitted students webpage.

How many of you have a background in something other than CSD? I was accepted as well and would love to attend NYU but not if I have to spend 4 years taking prereqs (I havent completed any prereqs) and eventually grad level courses. This just means more tuition at an expensive school in an expensive city! I also got into the University of Washington's post bacc program so I wouldn't mind going there either but I'm dreading reapplying to grad schools all over again and risking not getting in anywhere. Anyone know the average number of semesters or years it takes for non-CSD students to complete everything? Thanks!!

So I got accepted into NYU's grad program for SLP and was also accepted into the University of Washington's post bac program. I would love to immediately start grad school at NYU but I have to take prereq courses there before I take grad courses. This means it'll take me 3-4 years to complete everything AKA longer AKA more expensive tuition. Has anyone completed the prereqs at NYU? If so, how long did it take you to complete? How's the program? I could also just do a post bacc and reapply to grad schools next year. This would be cheaper and it would take 3 years altogether. Either way, it'll take me >2 years. Anyone have advice on what I should consider? Anyone know about these programs and want to share with me their experiences? Anything and everything would be helpful. Thank you!!