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  1. I don't think so, but applicant pools change greatly from year to year, so what is competitive one year might not be the next year. Also, I think it's fair to assume a certain level of anxiety anytime an application is turned in because rejection is always a possibility.
  2. There are multiple reasons. I was second guessing my choice going into the program, then the more the semester has progressed I realized that it's not for me for many reasons. First, there's a large disconnect between theory and practice. I was warned of this beforehand, but didn't think much of it, but now I see it. It's hard to explain, but others in my program feel the same way. We're not being taught by clinicians which is a more common occurrence in master's programs and I'd rather be taught clinical skills by a clinician than an academic. Another element of that is, the program has no focus on diversity (we get one class and that's it) or social justice, and with my undergrad background that's a very large piece for me that I wasn't expecting to miss but I do. Also, it's a bit disheartening to think about the amount of debt, when one of my basic counseling texts (written by the dean of my program) states in black and white that LCSWs have the same privileges as PsyDs. Then my professor told me that there are currently LCSWs doing neuropsych assessments. I wanted to quit right when I heard that. I did some serious math, and I would need to work 10 years to start seeing a small ROI from my PsyD program. So those are some general thoughts, and some program specifics are that my program is too big. The professors have no time for the students, I've been turned down by 3 different professors when I asked them about research opportunities. And along those lines, the program is much more research heavy than I anticipated. So, it's really frustrating when the program is telling me to do research but those that share an interest with won't work with me. Every single professor has told our class to not expect responses to e-mailed because they're too busy. It may just be me, but I'm paying 30k a year, I expect an e-mail response and time from professors. Those are the key things coming to mind right now. If you have any specific questions feel free to message me.
  3. Last year I applied to DU, UM, CWRU, and UPenn. Got into all of them. Then I chose a PsyD program. That was a mistake. This year I'm looking at Smith, Simmons, BU, BC, NYU, Fordham, UPenn, and Tulane. Maybe Rutgers and Temple. Even though I had good luck last year, I have absolutely no confidence in my competitiveness!!
  4. I'm not sure about averages, but I'll be turning down my offer of admission in the next week.
  5. I'm going to be signing in for the online open house on March 28. Not quite sure what to expect though.
  6. Emjay, since your location says Philadelphia, I'm assuming you did the in person right? That could make a difference in the process.
  7. Just wanted to provide an update-I got my acceptance call yesterday and should be getting financial aid info soon. I probably won't take the spot if I get into a doctoral program, but if not then it's definitely high on my list of masters programs.
  8. From what I've gathered, the interview is standard procedure for almost everyone I believe (unless an application is missing something big). My interview went well and the director of admissions even said she was recommending me for admission but still had to send my application off to a faculty member to review and that sometimes the faculty surprise her with who they reject or accept. Also, regarding the timing of notices, I think that's random as well. My interviewer noted it could be two days to three weeks until I find out depending on who gets my application. One person on the results forum said she got her rejection letter almost immediately after her interview. I think she said something like "it seems like thy mailed the letter right as I walked out of the office". I know the wait can be so intense though! Cagirlsoul, when was your interview? Mine was a week ago, so the clock is really starting to tick for me.
  9. Thanks for the update! I'm sorry about your rejection, I know Penn was high on your list. Good luck on the rest of your applications! and, just as an update for me-I'm still playing the waiting game, losing a little more hope as each day goes by...
  10. gradschoolmom-I interviewed with the associate director of admissions, she was super nice...even when the internet failed on me. (Skype dropped the call in the first three minutes of the interview. Not my ideal start). ddoodle-it's good to hear you had the same experience and got in! It gives me a bit more hope. Out of curiosity, were you applying for the two year program or advanced standing? Earlier I wasn't super excited about it, I think I was too tired while simultaneously wired on coffee for the prospect to really hit me, but now I'm having to actively work to not get my hopes up. Hopefully I'll hear sooner rather than later!
  11. Well, I had my interview at an ungodly early hour on the west coast. It went well, I was told straight up the I was being recommended for admission and should have the official word within three weeks depending on which faculty member gets my file. She did say that faculty sometimes surprise her with decisions, but the fact that she's recommending me makes me feel very hopeful!
  12. Congrats ddoodle! That's awesome! My interview is Wednesday and I couldn't sleep last night because I kept thinking it was this morning and I had already missed it. Needless to say, interview season is really starting to get to me.
  13. Hi everyone! I just wanted to pop in because I got my acceptance info today I'm super excited, DU is one of my top choices. I'll be checking out the city and campus in a couple weeks since I'm interviewing for DU's PsyD program, it'll be nice to know that if I fall in love but the interview goes horribly DU is still an option.
  14. FINALLy got the buttons to show up when I checked my DU app! I'm in! I can breathe a little easier now, I wasn't terribly excited about the idea of only having one grad school option!
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