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If you are deciding between schools still, it means that you have to accept this offer "on faith" so to speak. You would not find out anything about funding until June.

I wouldn't worry about it. Not all socializing takes place in a bar, and people tend to be pretty understanding about restrictions. But every cohort's dynamics are different! Mine doesn't hang out so much as a big group, but have mostly made a few good friendships, with maybe half of us ever hanging out at one time in a typical week or even month. But we do have strong friendships and do things in smaller groups on the side. I do not drink either, and even though I have no restrictions about going to bars, etc. but still have probably only been to one this semester. The majority of things I do with people from school do not center around that. Many of them also have families and are past that stage of life. Basically don't let the scarf/religion/whatever act as a barrier on your end! Mentally be open to friendships and socializing or you may find yourself in the awkward position of causing the thing you dread!

Sorry They were my #1 before I visited and that changed fast!

#1 or #3. But don't sweat it too much, if this person is anything like my POI s/he just forgot and will probably appreciate the reminder.

Sounds like you really want School B. You say you can't get over turning down a fully funded program, but you also say funding is not a main concern. Have you asked if any MS students (especially in their 2nd year) are funded? If you really are a viable PhD prospect you may be able to get some funding from them in year 2.

Why don't you ask? I believe that accepting funding may count as a binding contract, so proceed (and promise!) with caution

I went to the School of Ed admitted student's day last year at UNC and was not at all impressed. The funding situation is dire over there. I think there was one department that fully funded, but mine wasn't it. Anyway, it was kind of sketchy - they were telling me I would have to pay out of pocket the first year, and then MAYBE I would get funding.

It probably depends on what you want to do later. I personally think guaranteed funding is probably worth it, but of course their may be other things influencing your decision. Will you pursue a career where being Top 25 matters a great deal?

Can't remember - I know the $45k (+5K for doctoral fellowship, so $50k) would not have even covered my full tuition. Had I accepted the offer I would have heard about funding from the department (RA/TA with tuition remission) but I went somewhere else so I never got those details.

Just apply straight to a PhD program then.

Pretty sure that was my post from last year and the 45K thing under stipend was either a mistake or someone added it because they misunderstood what I posted.

When I applied to UDenver I was given a 45k "scholarship". That was to be spread over the course of my time there though and still would not cover the full amount of tuition. They wouldn't give me funding (e.g. stipend) details until I accepted their offer, which I never did.

That is a great question to ask the school!

It will be a big group so the spotlight will not be on you. I would try to stick to personal stuff (but not TOO personal). Just be chatty and pleasant and make a good first overall impression. Just don't do anything crazy like get drunk and dance on the table. You really don't need to overthink it! Don't be a drag and ask too many program-related questions. People want to get to know you outside of the formal academic surrounding - remember, you will soon be a colleague!

Here are the rates for the U.S. (Keep in mind this was 5 years ago, so adjust for inflation). That was a survey of school psychs in the field (so self-report). PhDs generally get paid higher than EdS.

Talk to him about it. Tell him exactly what you just told us here!

Attend program A and do additional research with program B.

Why not? You should not be stuck in something you hate. Just be careful how you transition - try not to piss off your POI. And you will have to be careful how you phrase the transition because the schools you are applying to will want to know why you're leaving.

Colleges are like community college in the U.S. and universities are like our "college". But if all you want to do is practice clinical (no research, no nothing, go straight into the field) choose the cheapest option that will get you the credential you need.

They might not have funding info yet. Once a week has passed, maybe write "2nd attempt" in the subject line and try again.

Girl or guy? Basically anything but jeans. Nothing crazy, ripped or revealing, but hopefully you figured that out!

It depends. My university has tiers (project assistants, teaching assistants, research assistants) and each group is paid differently. But that amount is set. So you could maybe move from PA to RA (highest) but you can't negotiate the actual pay within your paygrade because that is set. Or you can negotiate maybe 33% to 50%.

Nope, no benefit to APA for EdS students. Just make sure to get some research experience while you are there, and make sure you complete a THESIS, not a master's exam or project.

Follow up. Convey your interest, but don't be pushy.