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Typically schools like to see 2 professors, but many schools accept more than 3 LOR. I'm having 3 professors and my clinical supervisor write for me bc I had a sort if low UG GPA. I'd recommend the selective mutism bc I feel like it would highlight that aspect of experience and maybe the aural rehab professor. It seems the Aural Rehab prof may speak more to you as a hard-working academic.

I always wonder the same thing. Is it worth drudging up something that happened in the past to explain a C on a transcript? With your experience and your GPA, I'd say it's better to explain yourself now, than use some of that precious word count to talk about "that year in college when..." As much as it may be informative and provide understanding, I don't think that will be the make or break point of your application. If you failed a semester- that would deserve some clarification. How was your GPA standing at the previous university?

No GRE Required California State University, Fullerton College of St. Rose, New York (Albany) California State University, East Bay, (Hayward) Central Michigan University, Michigan (Mount Pleasant) CUNY-Lehman College, New York Governors State University, Illinois (University Park) Long Island University, New York (Brooklyn) Mercy College, New York (Dobbs Ferry) Nova Southeastern University, Florida (Ft. Lauderdale-Davie) San Francisco State University, California (San Francisco) San Jose State University, California (San Jose) Teacher's College, Columbia (New York) Texas State University San Marcos, Texas (San Marcos) University of Arkansas, Arkansas (Fayetteville) University of Central Missouri, Missouri (Warrensburg)* Maybe, unable to find on website. University of Central Oklahoma, Oklahoma University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Wisconsin (River Fall) *GRE is optional Just a heads up- some schools that don't require GRE have another form of standardized test they do require. Some California schools require the Cbest and another teaching standardized test. To be safe, get in touch with admissions committees to confirm. Good luck!

@flnjslp I just asked for my third letter today. So exciting! It is always reassuring when professors/professionals are excited to help I noticed you are interested in Selective mutism.. have you thought about research yet? I've read quite a bit on selective mutism because I taught a student whom I suspected was selectively mute. I knew him in and out of the classroom and he was so different with his family. Some of the research I did suggested it was more of a psychological problem than a language problem, where other professionals are insistent it's somehow more language related. All very interesting, very unusual cases. As for the application process- sigh! I have changed my schools once again and am looking at just UNC-CH, Portland State, and MGHI. I am considering taking a second year to finish my post-bacc, so I can have more longevity in my research (I am involved in 2 different research projects now: ADHD and Autism) and present for my Language and Literacy Intervention program. Mostly, I am thinking of doing a two-year program because I can't decide where I want to go to school anymore! Two weeks ago, I contacted MGH to speak with someone about doing a bilingual masters with an emphasis on autism and also be certified as a reading specialist. The admissions woman I spoke with made it sound like they don't offer a bilingual program, just the option to do bilingual research. She suggested I look at San Diego State, but I am not really interested in their program.... Portland State has been really easy for me (I am taking 4 classes in addition to the research, etc.), so I don't know how I feel about Graduate school here; I am so ready to be academically challenged and stimulated! I am hoping UNC happens, but it's so competitive for out-of-state applicants... right now my greatest concern is that I apply, get accepted to one of the other two schools, rejected from UNC, and turn down acceptance offers to give UNC another shot. Is that ridiculous??! Decisions, decisions...

Not immediately after. I want to work in clinic and pay off my loans before acquiring more debt, but it's a likely possibility. I'd like to teach at a college level, as well as conduct research.

For those stressing about Admissions Stats: http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/education/washington-and-lee-counts-incomplete-applications-amid-debate-over-college-data/2013/09/16/17fa0a88-1714-11e3-be6e-dc6ae8a5b3a8_story.html Hope this link works and provides a bit of consolation to those who have chewed their nails to the bone and pulled the hair out of their eyebrows, haha. Also, I met with an admissions counselor last week who explained the process during "application season." Leadership skills, sound experiences, letters of recommendation, and personal statements can out weigh a low GPA and low GRE, though GPA and GRE can make up about 50% of the application. Hope everyone is having a BLAST filling out CSDCAS

Hey Smartypants, Where are you currently doing your undergrad/post-bacc? There are a lot of ways to find research opportunities. I would suggest going through your faculty database and see who is conducting research at your University presently. If that doesn't open any doors, look into local hospitals and clinics. If you are lucky enough to live near a University Hospital, they have tons of volunteer opportunities available. I have been able to get a research position on an ADHD study and am now a candidate to do additional research in my University with autistic children (if everything goes well). Are you applying for Fall 2014? Where are hoping to go?

Yumangous- I am curious to know about international certifications. I am applying for my masters currently in the US, though there's a chance I may end up over seas as a result of my boyfriend's job. Is it just a certification course after the masters or something I should look into including with my degree?

Hey Caterpillar! I recall reading your posts last spring. Are you located in the Northwest? U of O offers the program, PSU as well and they're both ranked around top 50. Does your husband have any research experience? I believe this could also help increase his admissions chances. I would also suggest really working on the SOP. In my opinion, how a person explains their experiences, goals, and sells themselves can make a difference between rejection and waitlisted status.

I was called in to interview for a research assistant position and need this opportunity to fill the slot on my résumé. It's a longitudinal study on ADHD with a psychological emphasis. Anyone have any tips on valuable information to review before I go in? I have a book on ADHD, which I plan to read, and tons of experience. However, I have no idea what to expect: what kinds of questions will be asked, how to dress, etc. Interviews have always been a strength because I am articulate, but not knowing crucial information may counteract my ability to speak clearly. Just some insight on what questions may be asked would be awesome!

Hey everyone, I was called in to interview for a research assistant position and figured it was an opportunity to explore interview techniques, especially as a point of reference for when we get invited to Grad School interviews. I have little experience doing research and want this opportunity to fill the slot on my résumé. It's a longitudinal study on ADHD with a psychological emphasis. Anyone have any tips on valuable information to review before I go in? I have a book on ADHD, which I plan to read, and tons of experience. However, I have no idea what to expect: what kinds of questions will be asked, how to dress, etc. Interviews have always been a strength because I am articulate, but not knowing crucial information may counteract my ability to speak clearly. Commentary on interviews not related to research positions are welcome!

Don't stress. The way I see it, if you're passionate and apply to a variety of schools that are safety and reach, then you'll be accepted to at least one. Make sure you have strong letters of recommendation and an articulate essay to elaborate your experience and goals. Someone will like you enough to accept you and if you get waitlisted, keep in mind hundreds of applicants apply to the same schools and they can't attend them all, so be patient. We've got a few months before things are due. Take it one day at a time and remember if you know you're meant to do this work, then it will happen

http://www.asha.org/edfind/details.aspx?id=1014 Here are some stats... About a 30% acceptance rate.

When I signed up for my test date they emailed me the information for the ETS practice test so I plan on taking it either this or next week. It makes sense that it all has to be confidential, and thanks for the links! My trouble in math is the property problems so I'm doing a lot of review. I'm really counting on the GRE and my post-bacc GPA to qualify for some of the programs I am considering, so I figure this is my opportunity to make it happen, or to consider other programs

Hey Smartypants, I believe Voice Feminization can also be a certifiable skill if you find a program you really like or is convenient for you that doesn't have that focus. The clinic I am working at now offers voice fem and I spoke to one of our SLP's and I think the training involves the same technique as voice therapy, but uses some different equipment. I also believe George Washington in DC has a program. I would suggest researching specialization options, or emailing a voice specialist. Most SLPs are writers, and I'd say it's in their nature to help people so I'm sure you could get sound direction from an expert in the field. Hope this helps!

Haha that's great news. I've been taking the Kaplan class, which provides an entire online section that includes endless questions and a timing option. My math scores in practice are above 150 and my verbal has been stagnant the last few times I've taken a full practice test so I'm really trying to embrace root-word studies and vocabulary. It surprised me at first, considering I was an English Honors major with no math practice since high school, but that should indicate how simple the math is for those who haven't started looking into it use. I've spent the last 4-6 weeks studying by quizzing myself and wondering why my scores weren't improving until I realized I wasn't LEARNing any new information, just continuing to practice with the pressure of the clock. So, the last few weeks, I have created probably 400 flash cards with vocabulary, math formulas, and even some of the less discernible example problems with a formula to apply. Figure the more i can know At first glance, the more familiar questions will be to solve. I have probably 400-600 more to make, so hopefully by early next week I can transition fully into memorization-mode. After beginning this method a week ago, I took a practice quiz on just geometry, arithmetic, and algebra and my score jumped 20 percent. I also took a verbal Reading Comp quiz and my score also jumped even more (I attribute that change more to my willingness to focus, haha).. I'm excited to see if my scores improve on Monday when I take another full practice test. P.S. Do you remember what your essay questions were? I've been practicing essay writing with some of the questions I have in my workbook and wonder if the language and phrasing is much different on the real thing. Thanks!

Erack. I am a Fall 2014 app but just wanted to say DON'T be stressed one of the most important things I've learned in life is stress just builds walls where you want windows and doors. If this I'd your passion you can make it happen! As for competution, just remember that some of the best scorers may not have the same ability to connect with a child as someone with with a less than excellent GPA. Strong SOP and LOR are gold!!!

Congrats Sayjo! I am taking mine in 2 weeks from Monday. I've been practicing and studying diligently and have goal scores right about the same level as yours. Did you find the practice tests were a pretty good reflection of your knowledge? Any study suggestions that you feel helped?

Terepista & Gandalf- thanks for the insight. I'm working with 3 SLPs on the presentation but none of them are bilingual so it's cool to hear first hand experiences. The more I explore the facets of SLP and even Audiology, the more I want to get my feet wet and know everything. Bilinguality would be awesome, I just have to take a language test to be sure my Spanish or Portuguese is at that level. The speech and hearing sciences are truly fascinating and the knowledge is utterly endless! Pkcd- my undergrad GPA is also short of what I want it to be. However, I've been exploring this forum since the last batch of acceptances and what Gandalf said is true. There are some top 10 schools that will overlook a relatively low undergrad if the postbacc, SOP and experience make up for it. When I was an undergrad, I had my interests but wasn't career directed. It has taken me the last 3 years to become certain of the field I want to master in and to drive full speed ahead. That being said, I have to make up for those undergrad years with my GPA and my GRE, but I am ready to make that priority. Also, remember to apply to a range of schools just like in Undergrad. Have some reaches and some safeties. It never hurts to be diverse

Hey Rachel! Your experiences are so cool. I speak Spanish and Portuguese and considered looking into bilingual options but don't know how sufficient my language skills are to qualify for most programs. I also worked in Montessori, which is where I found my interest in literacy and phonetic development. I think I may ultimately go into a Ph.D. program, something that incorporates translation of thought into language, but that will be further down the road in my education. I also looked into UT Austin when perusing the programs but have to limit myself to 10 5 lbs of a book sounds like a work out! I have also utilized Kaplan, have been taking the class since June and took a practice test this afternoon and my Quant. score increased 10 points which was really reassuring. I am working at the Hearing Speech and Deafness Center in Seattle right now and am organizing a series of presentations for the YMCA and preschool teachers on language difficulties, development, and intervention. In our part of the world, it is typical to have bilingual students, but most who speak Hindi or Chinese. Some of the SLP's I am working with really want to put emphasis on this topic as sometimes children having trouble are excused for their bilinguality. Any thoughts on something to include in the presentation?

Anyone with any insight on the UNC- CH program? It has caught my interest these last few weeks and would love further insight from anyone who knows the program well.

Wow your credentials look great!! I'm excited to start at PSU and have more of an SLP network! I have been looking at test dates for GRE and have been putting off the commitment. It just makes it so present. I am studying almost 2-4 hrs each day but not rigorous so I don't know how much my time can be accounted for . Have you started drafting any of your applications or essays? I'm spending my summer nannying a boy with rhotacism who I'm attempting to counsel... Trying to figure out how and whether to incorporate it into my essay as language coaching without seeming bombastic or naive. Did you find your research position at PSU easily? I've been looking into OHSU but the one research that applied to my interest was full. I applied to another clinic that may have space in December they said, so Volunteering at OHSU's classroom may be my closest option. I'm trying to get some lab and research experience under my belt to strengthen my credibility so if you have any resources I'd be grateful.

Hey everybody! I have been following these Forums for the last 5-6 months and am excited to be part of the applicant pool for the upcoming year! To get to know everyone, I'd like to start a discussion reviewing some GRE/GPA scores if willing to share and where everyone is hoping to get in! I am starting my Post-Bacc at Portland State University in a few weeks... I got my undergrad from the University of Vermont (English, Child Psychology), left with a 3.19, Honors in major, and 3.4 in the last 50 semester credits, so I am returning for a second Bachelor's in Speech and Hearing Sciences and push for a 4.0. Figured it was a fair trade to improve my GPA and also qualify for some of the schools that only consider Speech and Hearing majors. I am presently studying for the GRE's, plan to take them the end of August and hoping to get above a 150 and ideally in 160's but I have a lot of studying to do I am a certified Montessori teacher and have worked in the classroom for 3 years, worked as a language tutor for 5 & 6 year olds, and volunteer at a local Speech Clinic. I'm hoping to open more doors once I move to Portland, there are some really interesting research programs. I am applying to pretty competitive schools so far but that may change when fall rolls in and my GRE scores become a reality as with my Post-Bacc GPA. My parents basically told me if it's not a top 25, I have to take out a loan, so I plan to buckle down these next few months and give it my all! I'm looking at University of Washington-Seattle, CU Boulder, Boston U, Emerson, MGH, UNC-CH, Northwestern, San Diego State, and Portland State. Most of these are long shots, but I figure if I don't get in for next fall I can at least take the year to pay off my Post-Bacc loan and try again Where is everyone applying? What inclined your interest in SLP?

I applied to PSU in mid March and heard back the first week in April. I had contacted the Speech department and wrote a letter of interest to the department advisor so that may have been why I got a quick response...

I have been doing research on programs and am looking for which may offer the best preparation for working as a SLP in the school district? I am flexible with options, have a relatively low GPA but was accepted into PSU's Post-Bacc program, which I plan to take this fall. Ideally, I'll stay on the west coast but any direction at this point will help.