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I also was contacted by a prof to discuss a potential project. No firm acceptance from the department though. It seems like they are just starting to go through the applications, so I wouldn't lose hope. Let us know if you hear anything as well.

Haven't heard anything, but a few people on here mentioned that they didn't here back from them until May last year. So I'm expecting the same this year.

100% agree with this! If you don't like the quantitative component and dealing with numbers and would rather learn about SDOH, health promo, program evaluations etc. I would suggest you go into a program with a more generalized focus. It all comes down to what you want and what kind of career you want to get into. Also something to keep in mind, jobs are very location dependent, every community has different needs.

I should probably clarify that I applied for the MSc at Queens. I know a handful of people that are in first and second year @ Uoft for epi and they've expressed similar concerns to what has been mentioned on this forum. 1. Class size is definately one thing that they all agree on as being a major fall back of the program. Although 35-40 people doesn't seem like alot, they feel it has definately impacted their learning and overall graduate school experience. They all wanted more of an interactive environment and for the most part that's not what they are getting . 2.They also mentioned that the school is undergoing some changes: there are talks of increasing enrolment as well as some changes to PhD funding, which may seem irrelevant for MPH students but apparently alot of the RA and TA positions that traditionally have been held by MPH students will now be going to PhD's. This is all being currently worked out by the school so things could change, maybe some current MPH epi students could provide more details? But this is what has been told to me. 3. Also they told me about some issues/difficulty finding practicums (but I don't know if that is just based on a few peoples experiences or is an issue for the entire program). 4. Also, the funding situation is pretty bleak at uoft for MPH students. 5. They did mention that they have made a lot of friends and for the most part everyone is helpful and supportive. Given that there is a lot of uncertainty at UofT regarding the direction the school is going in I don't know if I want to take that chance. UofT does have a lot of affiliations with many hospitals and organizations within the GTA, which is a definate perk. As to why I'm leaning towards Queens: 1. Class sizes are much smaller (15 people). This is the type of environment I personally want to be in. I've done my undergrad at UofT and while it was rewarding, I definately don't want to have another undergrad-like experience in terms of class size and environment. 2. MSc is funded @ Queens. 3. Their program will provide me with a strong foundation in epi but is flexible enough to allow me to take courses that particularly interest me. For those who are questioning if Queens MPH will provide you with that epi skill set, I do have a friend in first year MPH @ Queens that says that the epi foundation they've provided her is pretty solid. 4. Overall environment- I've been in contact with many profs and staff within the department and they are extremely helpful. They have all gone out of their way to answer my questions or redirect me to someone who knows, they've even put me in contact with current students and they've all been extremely helpful. 5. Also the MSc may prove to be more practical in the long run (in terms of jobs, PhD, etc.) rather than an MPH. The only thing holding me back from Queens is moving away. This is where my heads at right now, I could change my mind. Queens seems to be the better option for me personally, but may not be for others reading this forum. Everything that I've been told about both schools is from the perspective of current students, so take it how you wish. My advice to those still trying to decide is to list what you want to get out of this experience and then try to piece together which school will provide you with that, along with furthering your long-term career goals. I wish everyone the best of luck with their decisions!

I will most likely be going to Queens but I'm still waiting to hear from Western, so we'll see

Just received my acceptance from uoft epi. I will likey be turning down their offer, so for those who are still on the waitlist do not lose hope!

congrats! did you get an email last week from them?

Has anybody that's been waitlisted at UofT for Epi heard anything? Acceptances or rejections?

I didn't receive that email regarding the open house and I'm wait listed as well. By chance did they mention to you when you should expect a response from them regarding being accepted or not ?

To be honest I'm not too sure....I'm going to keep an open mind until I hear back from all 3 schools. To those who have been accepted to UofT Epi, is there a date that you need to confirm your acceptance by?

hi Epi-OG, I applied to UWO, UofT for the MPH in Epi (I'm wait listed again this year) and to Queens for the MSc in Epi (which I've been accepted to). Thanks for the info re: UWO, hopefully they come out with decisions sooner this year. Best of luck to you as well!

by chance has anyone heard from UWO regarding the MSc in Epi?

Thanks! My status still says under review and I didn't get an invite to the open house. Hope that helps

I got an e-mail back saying that I was wait-listed (Uoft Epi). This is the second year in a row that I've been wait-listed but thankfully I've been accepted to Queens (MSc in Epi) this year. I didn't receive an official response from UofT regarding my status until the middle of June last year, hopefully this year will have a better outcome. Good luck to everyone still waiting!

thanks for the update! Who did you email regarding your status?