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Even though they made some updates, I am positive a lot of the info is still old. For instance, some of the schools I applied to still have their average GRE scores on the old scale. It doesn't help at all if the information is incorrect. I think what we hear directly from the school is probably the safest information. Anything else is just pure speculation.

I hope that's true! I really haven't heard much about the UVA program or how good it is. Do you have any info on it?

Today a girl in one of my classes received a call to go and interview at a grad program. It made me so anxious (even though I know none of my schools interview) because I just want to hear back already!

No worries! Even though UNC-CH accepts a relatively low percentage (~13%), there are so many other factors to consider. For example, how many of those applicants do not even meet the minimum requirements? Or maybe they had extremely low GRE scores, or subpar letters of recommendation. EdFind doesn't give us the entire picture of an applicant (or rejectee)... neither does GradCafe. I am currently of the mindset that whatever happens in terms of acceptances or rejections was meant to be. If I am rejected, maybe I wouldn't have been as happy there as I would have been somewhere else. With all of that said, I really hope that you are admitted somewhere that makes you happy Good luck!

Every time someone says UNC CH is like unrealistic or hyper competitive, it freaks me out. I feel like I am missing something.

I really want to watch it! Maybe my local library has it... Have you ever seen Sound and Fury? It looks at one family, with both hearing and deaf members, who are exploring the decision of cochlear implants for two children. It's really interesting.

Very nice idea I am an in-field applicant, and I am graduating in May. I double-majored in speech-language pathology and Deaf studies. I am currently NSSLHA treasurer, a Student Academic Advisor, and recently completed an internship at the Governor's Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. My ultimate goal is to work with cochlear implant patients and those with hearing loss (possibly in aural rehabilitation). I applied to UVA, UNC-CH, USF, FSU, and University of South Carolina. I have no idea when I will hear back, but I am hoping soon. I don't think I can hold out much longer!

My boyfriend just bought me a Nook "because I deserve it"... hopefully this keeps me occupied! I'm so annoyed with myself for checking results a million times a day when I know that nothing will be up yet.

Why only South Carolina!

I was so excited when I came back to school this semester because I had finished all of my applications at least a month early. I thought I would be stress-free and relieved. Never did it occur to me that I would be stressed out over waiting. Man, I underestimated the brutal power of the month of February.

Not much, seeing as all I have are nightmares

Ugh yes and there has been literally no change! I have been refreshing my e-mail on my phone all day and getting more and more anxious.

I'm not sure if they notify everyone on the same day :/ you can use the search results tool and see what it was like last cycle. I know a lot of schools stagger their acceptances though. Do not panic!

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kcald... Me too!! My heart stopped when I read that. So glad it was from 2011 or I would have had a seizure.

I absolutely agree that it was just a one time bad experience. Everything I've heard from schools is positive regarding a little bit of focus. It makes you stand out compared to the hundreds of girls listing "school speech pathologist" as their career choice. While admirable, it is probably boring to read that over and over. Spice it up a little! I wrote mine about hearing loss/cochlear implants/aural rehab and I think it can only make me a unique candidate. Don't worry too much- one person shouldn't offset your top choice school. If everyone and thing you encountered otherwise was positive, it may be worth considering!

Did you enjoy the school and atmosphere? I visited shortly over the summer, but it was hard to tell when the campus was empty.

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I'm trying to learn patience... too bad I am just an impatient person!

Since that post was from 2011, I'm pretty sure it's changed. I believe that they now send out e-mail acceptances.

Water torture... that is a perfect description. Bravo.

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Congrats on getting in!!!!

I know GW operates on a rolling admissions basis. If they applied pretty early, it makes sense to be getting decisions now. When did you apply?

I have had nothing but nightmares about the admissions process lately. Last night I dreamed I could read all of the reasons why I was not admitted. Please let this month go quickly.