Jump to content

No Acceptance


Recommended Posts

Hey,

 

I'm really sorry to hear about the lack of acceptances.  I haven't applied yet so sorry if this post is not helpful.  

 

I just wanted to say the two schools you applied to have a 12-13% acceptance rate.  That is some rough competition, I don't think many people can boast being accepted with that low of a percentage without some really good stats/connections at the schools.  I just want to say (if it helps) maybe it was just down to the numbers this time.

 

If you are able, maybe next cycle you could apply to schools with a 40% or higher acceptance rate?  Maybe more school's as well.  I know it's really expensive to apply and to move but if you are passionate enough to take that GRE a 4th time this might make your odds better.  Anyway good luck, and try not to beat yourself up over a 13% chance those are some pretty tough odds.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

CBG321, The problem is those schools are all private schools I can't afford.

I have almost 100K in student loans. The nearest state school is 1 hour and 30 minutes away. I am an older student and can't just leave my job. Besides, my job gives me a small tuition stipend.

Thank you for your words of encouragement

Edited by Arcanelady27
Link to comment
Share on other sites

I figured that might be the case.  State schools are way more affordable.  Then the GRE does look like the best bet.  Maybe just try to meet a bunch of faculty at those two schools and make sure the majority of their committee know your name before it ends up on their desk.  Can't hurt!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I'm sorry to hear that! Have you looked into online programs since you're limited to the areas you can apply to? CSUN has a great distance program and I'm sure there are many other viable options out there. Don't give up! Had it not been for the one I got today, I would be in the same exact boat as you. I have talked to many second and third year applicants on this board and they are still as optimistic as ever and many got into grad programs this year. It WILL happen for you! Best of luck to you!!! 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I figured that might be the case.  State schools are way more affordable.  Then the GRE does look like the best bet.  Maybe just try to meet a bunch of faculty at those two schools and make sure the majority of their committee know your name before it ends up on their desk.  Can't hurt!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I'm sorry to hear that! Have you looked into online programs since you're limited to the areas you can apply to? CSUN has a great distance program and I'm sure there are many other viable options out there. Don't give up! Had it not been for the one I got today, I would be in the same exact boat as you. I have talked to many second and third year applicants on this board and they are still as optimistic as ever and many got into grad programs this year. It WILL happen for you! Best of luck to you!!! 

 

I didn't think of online, that's also a good idea!  And congrats Holly!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I figured that might be the case. State schools are way more affordable. Then the GRE does look like the best bet. Maybe just try to meet a bunch of faculty at those two schools and make sure the majority of their committee know your name before it ends up on their desk. Can't hurt!

I took two classes as a non matriculation student at Brooklyn College. I even got a LOR from one of the professors. As for online option, I took two classes online while doing my prerequisites. I really do not learn best online, but thanks for the suggestion Holly44.

This is year two for me...perhaps one more try.

Edited by Arcanelady27
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Arcanelady27, sorry to hear that. I too am in a similar boat as you. I cannot afford to leave my job and relocate and I have quite a lot of loans too. I'm starting my prereqs soon, either at Lehman or online at SUNY New Paltz. For my Masters I would love to be able to go to Brooklyn/Hunter/Lehman/Queens but I thought those are full time day programs. Essentially, I thought if enrolled in the CUNY programs you couldn't work a traditional 9-5 job. Is that true????

BTW I just found out the LIU Brooklyn will now have a online blended learning cohort designed for working professionals, since they just received the NYC DOE grant which used to go to WKU.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Arcanelady27, sorry to hear that. I too am in a similar boat as you. I cannot afford to leave my job and relocate and I have quite a lot of loans too. I'm starting my prereqs soon, either at Lehman or online at SUNY New Paltz. For my Masters I would love to be able to go to Brooklyn/Hunter/Lehman/Queens but I thought those are full time day programs. Essentially, I thought if enrolled in the CUNY programs you couldn't work a traditional 9-5 job. Is that true????

BTW I just found out the LIU Brooklyn will now have a online blended learning cohort designed for working professionals, since they just received the NYC DOE grant which used to go to WKU.[/quote

Actually, Brooklyn and Lehman allow you to attend part time. I work overnights. They do not advise you to work 9 to 5 and often it is almost impossible with clinic.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I know how you feel. I am going to aim for spring.I must rewrite my SOP for the third time. I'm limited, unfortunately.

I'm not sure what I'll do. I will definitly shadow more and branch out in volunteering. I'm a horrible test taker so I know taking the GREs for the 4th time will just be out of the question. My scores aren't the best but after taking them 3 times and only moving up 3 points in quant I feel like it just is what it is. I was also thinking about taking some grad classes as a nonmatriculated student, but honestly I'm not sure how to even start that process.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Not too many schools will allow taking grad courses on non matriculation basis. I received good grades as a non matriculation grad student. I know Brooklyn College no longer allows it. I volunteered, shadowed, and took the GRE again. I went down in quant and up in verbal.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I'm not sure what I'll do. I will definitly shadow more and branch out in volunteering. I'm a horrible test taker so I know taking the GREs for the 4th time will just be out of the question. My scores aren't the best but after taking them 3 times and only moving up 3 points in quant I feel like it just is what it is. I was also thinking about taking some grad classes as a nonmatriculated student, but honestly I'm not sure how to even start that process.

You will have ask the schools individually whether you can take grad classes as a non matriculated grad student. The schools usually have you complete an application along with all transcripts, and LORs.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Ugh that's annoying, you think they'd want the money so they'd let you take classes no problem. I just don't know what to do to make myself look like a better applicant. I know I have the passion and the drive but it just doesn't come across on paper.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I feel the same way.

I definitely have the passion. How can a test determine how one will do in grad school?

I have a Masters and finished it with a 3.75 GPA. I thought that would hold some weight.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Arcanelady27, I too thought your high GPA in your first Masters program would be beneficial and make you a well rounded candidate. I already have a Masters in School Counseling and thought that it would give me an edge when I apply to Masters programs BUT I spoke with my sister in law who was a Dean at Rutgers University before she relocated out west and she said that sometimes admissions committees are skeptical of people who are pursuing a second masters.

Now I'm debating if it is better for me not to mention the first Masters...maybe we should just omit that piece of info...

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Arcanelady27, I too thought your high GPA in your first Masters program would be beneficial and make you a well rounded candidate. I already have a Masters in School Counseling and thought that it would give me an edge when I apply to Masters programs BUT I spoke with my sister in law who was a Dean at Rutgers University before she relocated out west and she said that sometimes admissions committees are skeptical of people who are pursuing a second masters.

Now I'm debating if it is better for me not to mention the first Masters...maybe we should just omit that piece of info...

You must give them ALL transcripts can't leave any out

Edited by Arcanelady27
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Arcanelady27, I too thought your high GPA in your first Masters program would be beneficial and make you a well rounded candidate. I already have a Masters in School Counseling and thought that it would give me an edge when I apply to Masters programs BUT I spoke with my sister in law who was a Dean at Rutgers University before she relocated out west and she said that sometimes admissions committees are skeptical of people who are pursuing a second masters.

Now I'm debating if it is better for me not to mention the first Masters...maybe we should just omit that piece of info...

 

I suspected as much. I have a 4.0 in my first master's...I was hoping this and my research experience would be an asset, but not yet My only acceptance has been to a uni in the UK but it is out of the question financially and the program is not at all academically rigorous so I'm not interested. 

Every university I contacted (Northeastern, Emerson, McGill, Toronto, Alberta, SDS) explicitly said that the master's GPA is irrelevant in their calculations/rankings and is just considered a nice extra. It bewilders me why grades from general ed. courses I took when I was a teenager matter more to them than those taken at the graduate level. Surely the latter are a better indication of our ability to succeed at the grad level...?

2bridges - your master's is so relevant to SLP, I would think it would count for something!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I suspected as much. I have a 4.0 in my first master's...I was hoping this and my research experience would be an asset, but not yet My only acceptance has been to a uni in the UK but it is out of the question financially and the program is not at all academically rigorous so I'm not interested.

Every university I contacted (Northeastern, Emerson, McGill, Toronto, Alberta, SDS) explicitly said that the master's GPA is irrelevant in their calculations/rankings and is just considered a nice extra. It bewilders me why grades from general ed. courses I took when I was a teenager matter more to them than those taken at the graduate level. Surely the latter are a better indication of our ability to succeed at the grad level...?

2bridges - your master's is so relevant to SLP, I would think it would count for something!

I agree. I completed my Masters in 2008. I started college at 19. I was young and unfocused. I'm MUCH older now and aware how the world works. I can't understand why grades I obtained at 19 years old hold much weight if any...

Link to comment
Share on other sites

There are very few, but some grad programs that have spring and summer admissions. I can't find my Spring admittance list :/ but, I have some for summer...

 

Summer:

 

Florida State- deadline 11/15

University of Wisconsn Eau Claire-11/1

University of South Carolina-1/1

University of Southern Mississippi-2/2

University of Kentucky-2/1

University of Central Oklahoma-2/1

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use