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ARGGGG! I want to see True Detective, but I don't have HBO. Is there any way to see that on demand for free? or online? I am currently going crazy for Game of Thrones, Parks and Rec, and Trailblazers games, when they are on. Good luck, all!

Portlander here! Anytime you get a chance to come, I highly recommend it. It is the best place on Earth! =)

Same status on mine...I am glad to hear I'm not the only one! Phew! Best of luck, guys!

I must share! So, my choice school is Pitt. I have a friend who goes to school there (undergrad) now. I had a dream I went to visit to scope out the campus, meet people, etc. One day, he asks, "Have you seen my view?" I reply that I haven't, so he proceeds to open this curtain to a giant window... All I can see is this beautiful picturesque skyline with the famous cathedral of learning in the middle...except it is a giant amazing amusement park! So, we then proceed to blow off all of the original, somewhat academic plans in favor of riding rollercoasters, going on giant waterslides, and driving bumper cars. I was not very happy when my cat woke me from that dream. It made everything feel okay!

Aha! Good to know! Yeah, I recall that being in the email as well, but didn't think too much of it. I mean, if they offered admission they can't retract it, RIGHT?!? *shudders at the thought* Also, I think it's kind of a joke that one school mentioned that although we have until April 15th to make the decision (as they do the offer), word of funding may not come until AFTER that. How in the hell are we supposed to make decisions when there is so much at stake? For all of the schools I applied, I will potentially be moving cross country. That money makes or breaks a decision.

Thanks! I am sure ya'll will be hearing about it.

This is very smart! Out-of-state tuition is such a pain. Best of luck to you!

Hey there sayjo! What exactly do you mean by "official"? I received an email saying this in the first line: Congratulations, the Admissions Committee has recommended that you be accepted into our Masters of Speech-Language Pathology program for the 2014-2015 academic year. This was followed up about a week later with an invitation to the open house. However, I have not received any word about funding. Is this what you received?

AHHH This is driving me insane! I am ON my TUPortal and it doesn't say anything about admission! The website layout is TERRIBLE.

@ Sayjo- thanks for the insight! I LOVELOVE LOVE med/neuro speech path. I have a lot of experience in research about Neurogenic language disorders. I guess you can say I love the language part of speech-language pathology! @ aucinema- I like the flexibility of speech path, and that's one thing keeping me drawn to it. I haven't completely written it off, I am just having serious thoughts about switching. I call it, "my mid-life crisis"...couldn't be more true! I would like to speak with more folks in audiology about job availability. According to BLS and other similar websites, it will be a flourishing profession once the baby boomers age (much like speech path)- but I still feel wary about those statistics. One thing that is really important to me is family- and all of mine is here in Oregon. I want the flexibility- in either profession- to be able to return home post-grad/post-cfy. I feel like I am asking for a lot but at the same time, funneling so much time and energy toward it, that it feels like thats what should happen after we graduate. I don't know. I need a bottle of wine and chocolate STAT! haha Thanks for sharing, everyone!

Atta girl! Stay strong!

@NCAR: You are not alone!! I have actually been experiencing minor health issues because of the stress (also considering my potential switch). It will all come to light soon! Isn't it true that we should start hearing back from most schools beginning next week? Or was this in one of my panic dreams?!?

Thank you, aucinema. That was a very insightful position that I hadn't thought of. I mean, I love technology but I was most interested in switching because of the scientific nature of the work- but it sounds like perhaps that just turns into a scientific background once becoming a practitioner. I don't know- I am still on the edge. I love aspects of both sides- but I also do not the prospect of working with speech sound disorders, etc., which seem to be so prevalent in any SLP job. I am also hoping to work in a hospital setting, but know that these jobs are few and far between post-graduation. Perhaps you have any thoughts on this? Either way, there seems to be a lot of sitting in front of a computer screen and paperwork. If you don't mind me asking- did you do a transfer within your graduate school, or did you take some time off and apply again? Thank you again- your input is really helpful =) L.

@deafaudi: Isn't Pacific about the same price as other programs? ~30k/year for three years instead of four?

Sorry to hear about your rejection, Lorenzojojo! Keep your chin up. Here is a fact that helps me with my rejection(s- there will be more): There are simply not enough spaces to accommodate all the very qualified applicants. As mentioned 145,654,845 times- your stats are stellar. Keep up the good work! Also, @Impulsive: Cry + wine = best thing I've ever read on this forum. So, so true.

Wow, thank you so all of the wonderful responses! @NCAR: I am glad to know I am not the only one considering other fields..The options are endless, but in my case, I wouldn't want to spend two years (&probably junkloads of $) on something that I am only so certain about. It's strange; if you would have asked me six four months ago what I wanted to do for a career, I wouldn't bat an eye in my response. But since taking audiology courses, I am falling in love with it. I'll keep you updated! @ballerina: I appreciate your suggestions about the student doctor network- I had never heard of that. I have been in touch with some current AuD students as well as prospective, and find they are a very useful source of info. If anyone knows the answers to my questions, its them! Some admissions directors have also been extremely accommodating. As far as the pros and cons of slp/aud, they are pretty similar, but there are striking differences that are now drawing me to aud. The science, the medical aspect, the populations served- I am drawn to it all! Also, I don't mind the extra schooling. I am so fortunate to be in a position in which I can make a change without seriously altering my current life. Of course, I am broke as a joke, but I am pretty sure that will extend through school =) @Impulsive: that is such a great idea! How did you get that passed CSDCAS? As far as I know, they make their applicants "claim their allegiance" to one profession over the other (which I think is absurd considering I will have a Speech AND Hearing Sciences degree). Also, taking a year into a program is really not an option for me. The closest place I applied was Northwestern- or maybe Arizona? Either way, that is a huge move and an expense I cannot incur. Interdepartmental transfers, though...interesting! Does one have to wait to actually be present in the program to request that? Or can an accepted applicant request it immediately after acceptance? Thank you all again- this is definitely a great learning experience! L.

Hey NCAR, How's it going on your end? Are you enjoying PSU? =)

Talk about bad timing. I am currently seriously considering putting off grad school for a year to apply for audiology programs (right after submitting applications to 10 programs!) Has anyone else ever been in this predicament? Any advice? (And I have already made a pros/cons list =) Any words of encouragement/advice/whatever would be much appreciated!! xo L

Hey everyone! It is so cool to hear that everyone is FINALLY starting to hear back, whether a full on decision or interview invite. On that same note...I was there were more programs that did interviews..I think I am better in person than on paper! Anyone else have this anxiety?? L

Got it! Thanks again!

Instead of starting the SOP with mentioning the brain cancer, I think it might flow better if you tossed it in there as a supporting factor (later in the statement). One constant piece of advice I received RE: SOP was to not start the SOP with something along the lines of you wanting to pursue a profession in healthcare from a young age....not only does it sound unrealistic (would a 5 year old really be thinking about a future profession?...), but it sounds recycled. I hope this doesn't come off too harsh-- and best of luck, whatever your direction in the SOP =) L.

@autismadvocate - quick question...Where did you get those admission stats? I was going off ASHA EdFind, but was told those numbers were out-of-date. ...like I need any help in my neurotic state....buuuut, I'd still be curious =) Please and thank you! L.

hmm...that does not sound nutty, actually! I have a friend who does the same thing, kind of. That is not too terrible considering the amount I currently live off as an undergrad! Thanks again. L.

Hey there, I was wondering if anyone had any info on the amounts of stipends for GA's? I know it differs per school, and I have been trying to locate the info on a specific program, without luck. What are some amounts, if you do not mind sharing? I am trying to project budgeting for the next year-ish and there is surely a difference between 5k/semester v 20k a semester (once again, dependent on which school/area/etc) Thanks ahead of time! L.

My answer is two-fold... 1. I don't think I have ever heard of an interviewee not getting accepted to an academic program (though that is just me...) 2. It is weird to not have any expenses covered by the university...