MSWgradcandidate

Yes, mine still says application completed. Maybe I should give them a call then, just to see... Thanks so much.

Anyone else apply in DECEMBER to NYU, Fordham or Hunter and heard back? About a week ago, I inquired with Fordham and was told that that I would hear back within the next two weeks since I had applied close to the holidays, so just curious if any December applicants have heard back?

FANTASTIC!!! So are you going to go to Fordham or waiting to hear from others before deciding?

Congrats guys!! I called them a couple of days ago and was told that I would be receiving decision within a couple of weeks, so looks like they're ramping it up!

Fordham told us during the info session that financial aid would probably not be enough to cover, so I expect to take out loans unless i happen to get a scholarship. Fat chance of that but who knows, lol!

I did also apply to NYU and the status of my app is that It went for review as of 1/25. So yes, I also only applied to Fordham, Hunter and NYU.

You're welcome! And yes, I also got the feeling that they really care for their students. Obviously, it helps that they are a private institution and have the extra funding- it allows them to give that extra attention/services. I did undergraduate at Fordham and loved it then, but there is a different feel to the graduate side of things. Anyway, fingers crossed! I paid my undergraduate through loans and will do the same if I have to for graduate studies if I can get in to my preferred school.

Hello again everyone, I had the opportunity of attending Fordham's info session at Lincoln Center last evening, which was great to have Hunter and Fordham's info sessions back-to-back. That being said, I have to say that finances aside, Fordham is where I want to go! Just like Hunter, the minimum 3.0 GPA is required. Fordham says they are looking at 3-6 weeks to get back to applicants who have submitted their applications. Main differences between the two schools that swayed my preference: * Fordham has a lot more flexibility in terms of allowing you some involvement as to field placement and they place you within 45 minutes of your home so that you do not expect to have a crazy commute. At Hunter, you do not have any choice at all as to where you are placed unless you are already employed at a SW agency of some sort who will be willing to support you as a student (not financially of course). * Fordham seems more open to accepting candidates who do not have prior social work experience. They look at your skills sets and experience as a whole and then take it from there in terms of field placement. Hunter's Director of enrollment (who makes final decisions) said that she really does look for experience and does not remember accepting anyone who does not have prior experience. Reason for this is that from Day 1 on field placement, you are pretty much serving the public and need to be familiar with services. * After learning in depth about the different programs, I prefered what Fordham has to offer in terms of program diversity. * Hunter is on the East Side on 119th St/ 3rd Ave, while Fordham is on the West Side at 60th and Columbus. Both relatively easy to get to via public transportation. * The obvious: Approx. $57,500 vs Approx. $24,000 (a bit less for NYS residents) Similarities: * The Directors of admissions and Asst Directors at both schools were very knowledgeable. It gave me confidence to hear them discuss the schools and answer questions. * Both have an incredible number of Agency contacts for field placements. * Both really take the personal statement very seriously in the admissions process. * This is just my personal preference/pet peeve- At Fordham, I ALWAYS get a human being who answers the phone whenever I've called. They are very informative and helpful. At Hunter, I RARELY get a human being on the phone. Their hours are very limited in terms of when they can have someone available to answer the phones and the recording always refers you to the website. Hope that is helpful! Please let us know if anyone hears back from any of these two.

I went to Hunter Silberman's info session last night, we were informed that they are changing something in their online system, so they SHOULD be done sending out notifications by MAY! Not to say thatbou won't hear sooner, but that's the deal. FYI in stats- last year, they received 1,654 apps, 70-80 percent for the clinical pathway and they review every single one. Personal statement had 80% weight, followed by letters of recommendation which also have a lot of influence, followed by grades. But bare minimum GPA for consideration is 3.0, unless you have lots of social work experience and write an amazing PS plus get great letters of recommendations. They are considering doing a "live" writing sample at he interview because they have found people hat haven't written their own statements, but they are still thinking about that. That's the latest from Hunter.

Hey Science!! Good stuff! This is a whole new and different world for us with a family and in our 30's-40's. My biggest fears are: A) I won't get in anywhere!! I'm going to read the text books and they will be all Greek to me... and I'm not Greek!! Thanks for sharing!

Hi Everyone, I'm a mother of a young pre-school aged child, married and now ready to get back to school and fulfill my dream of achieving this degree. Just wondering if there is anybody else out there, mother or father, within this age-range who have applied to go back to school? Thought this would be a good forum to share the experience and information. What schools have you applied to? What questions to consider for the interview if you've already been on one? How are you planning to handle financing for your education? So I'll start: I've applied to Hunter, NYU and Fordham. Waiting to hear.. As far as finances are concerned, will probably have to take loans out if I don't get anything from the FAFSA package that I filled out or from the schools themselves. I graduated from Fordham undergrad in the mid 90's, had 3.2 GPA (wish I had prioritized better...hindsight....). Been doing sales in the corporate world most of my career- have done some volunteer work over the years, but not on an "every day" basis. Nervous and excited at the same time!

Thanks for that info and good luck to you and all of us! :-)

Hi there! Anyone in their late 30's/40's applying and have any feedback/acceptance? That's the boat I'm in. Anywhoooooo, I submitted COMPLETED apps including all letters of recommendation to the MSW programs at the schools listed below by Dec. 21st. The holiday break has delayed everything, but things seem to now be moving along: * NYU (website says my application is under review as of 1/25!) * Fordham (website says app completed as of 1/11) * Hunter (website says app completed as of 1/4) I would be happy to go to any one of these schools, but Hunter is the best choice for various reasons. Love this forum-- let's keep each other motivated and informed!