SDBear

Just committed to Vanderbilt!

Here are a few things I asked about: As an out of field student, what is the leveling year like academically and socially - she said it depends year to year on how many students are leveling. You tend to get closer to the cohort that joins you in your first grad year. She also suggested taking grad courses during the leveling year to reduce your course load once you start clinic in the following year. I also asked about living costs and transportation- she said boulder is fairly expensive but was not able to give me a price range since she commutes. She said public transportation is pretty good in boulder. In terms of working while going to school, she said it is possible during a leveling year but much more difficult once clinic starts (which seems to be the case in most places).

Wow thank you so much for that information! I have been in contact with one former student who still works in the department and another current student and they have been very helpful, but it was nice to hear some outside perspective as well. This will really help me with my decision, thanks!

I was unable to attend the open house today and would love a quick rundown or at least what your impression of the program was if you get a chance!

I'm on my way to Boston tonight and I'll be at the open house tomorrow!

I really want to visit Boulder but I'm going to be on the East coast for another open house on April 5th. I emailed Boulder about scheduling another day to visit but haven't heard back from them yet. Is anyone else planning on visiting on a different day than the open house?