DeafAudi

Hi, I'm currently in the UBC program (will be done after our comprehensive exams next week, yay!) and I was also once on the wait list. Last year, the deadline to accept was April 7 and the payment was due the following week. So, it is likely that all 12 people have paid their deposits. That said, do not lose hope. One of my classmates was accepted in late July because someone dropped out. Good luck and feel free to message me if you have any questions.

I applied 3 times! So did another girl in SLP (I'm in Audiology) and another applied 5 times. Don't give up on your dream .

Someone in my program at UBC was accepted into both SLP and Audiology this year. I guess it's possible!

I was in the same situation. Bigger universities do not always = harder!

Be careful. I also thought it was easier getting into American programs because Canada is very GPA focussed and there are so few schools here, but that wasn't the case at all. I ended up getting into a Canadian school and was accepted to only one American school (wait listed at 3/8). Granted, I did apply for the Au.D. which is a different program and probably has different standards but I think a large part of it was because I was applying internationally. It is much more competitive applying as an international student than as a resident, as you are also competing with other international students for even more limited spots. My advice to you would be to look at programs that accept applicants in your GPA/GRE range and then message each of those programs specifically asking how many international students they accept and if they have a quota. Have you looked into Minot University or Maine University? I have heard that these two programs accept a lot of Canadians for SLP. There is also Pacific University, although it is a private university. Also, if you are willing to pay the international tuition, you should look into Australian schools. This website :http://www.oztrekk.com is fantastic and the rehabilitation sciences represenatives are very helpful. I actually applied to and was accepted to one with a similar GPA as you. The only thing is that they are on a different school system than we are so you can't apply to both American/Canadian and Australian schools. Just an idea! It sounds like your sGPA is good so I think you definitely have a chance at American programs. Good luck! If you have any other questions about applying internationally, feel free to message me as I did lots of research back in the day (of applications) .

I'm pretty sure that most Canadian universities, like American universities, strongly prefer to see GRE scores in at least the 50th percentile. I have also heard that Dal reserves most of their spots for their own students. Not sure about UofA.

Nah, I don't think so, especially since you explained the mistake. Relax!

I wore a nice sundress with flats and a cardigan. I think something like this or dress slacks would be nice. I second the previous suggestions to wear something you feel comfortable in and bring a small notebook and pen. Good luck!

Hi there! I applied to the Canadian Audiology programs but contacted the admissions secretary at UofA when I was applying because the programs have similar admissions requirements and I'm local so it was easy to visit. I was told that usually they accept people with at least a 3.6 GPA, and preferably higher for the last 60 credits. They also will consider any volunteer and research experience you have done. I can't remember the average GRE score but typically schools like to see scores in at least the 50th percentile on all sections. That's all I know for this particular school, but I can tell you that the Canadian programs seem to put even more emphasis on GPA than even the US so make sure you apply to as many schools as you can! I suggest you contact the admissions secretary (I forget her name, sorry) because I remember she was very helpful. Good luck!

I contacted a second year student and will be buying her first year textbooks, it will save me money and the hassle of moving them. Just an idea!