kourterr
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smpalesh, I am assuming it took you to reference because your decision has not been input into the system yet for you to check. That likely explains why when I clicked on mine, it did not take me to references, but rather to the decision made. Again, I was rejected, and it was on there. So nothing on there does not automatically mean rejected. I assume it means they haven't put yours up yet. These things take time, I'm sure they can't release them all at once, but rather input as they go.
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and just a thought, if "no page found" is what's coming up, perhaps this is because they have not yet input their decision into your account yet, and that's why it does not allow you to access a page, that as of right now, perhaps does not even exist. I'm sure it'll work soon once they have everyone's.
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smpalesh, try not to assume the worst.. I was rejected and it says it ... so no answer is currently not a bad thing for you.
I'm sorry I can't be of more help.... I followed the steps as I previously posted, and went through LORIS ADMISSION on google, and the first link that came up and then logged in, clicked on my program (there was only ONE blue link), and it took me to my admission decision. In fact, there was no information or link to references on the page that I logged in to.
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cheekss, are you able to click on the Master of social work??
Make sure you are logging in to loris admission (google exactly that) as opposed to just logging in to loris ... see if that works?
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Socialworkerr I was told that 2 of them were accepted, and one was rejected.
And sorry to hear that LP3
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sorry to create high stress for everyone… I went to google, loris admission, log in (using student number and a pin), then it opens up the APPLICANT SUMMARY page, where it lists your name, student #, info, program (master of social work - advanced standing), full- time, Fall 2015, you then click on the program, which is written in blue font. and it takes you to another page where it says program, and then admission decision….
I actually did not get accepted to laurier, and so it has the generic note that it usually does in the letter, and says "Application Unsuccessful". So nope, there is no confusion on this end. Perhaps if you guys don't have that yet, it's because maybe they've not done everyone's yet? I found out about this through someone else, who had talked to 3 different people who used the same method to figure it out.
Hopefully that is helpful for everyone, and fingers crossed for you!
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it should be highlighted in blue your program - Master of social work - advanced standing… you click on that and then it should tell you
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update for LAURIER 1 year applicants… google "LORIS ADMISSIONS" and log in to your account and it shows the decision made!
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Hey smpalesh, quick question - did you read somewhere that Laurier would be going out this week? Their website says the last 2 weeks of February, so no need to worry yet!
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Thanks for your feedback and welcomes everyone!
Kourterr, congrats on being accepted! Did you receive your notification by email or mail? I wasn't expecting that they would be making offers so soon because of their late application deadline.
Wishing all of you the best of luck.
cheekss, thank you!! I called them last week to find out what their process was since it's not very clear elsewhere. Basically they have a rolling admissions process, and they don't have a set deadline that they have all the offers out by. I had my application in by very early December, and therefore it has made it through the lengthy process already. Oh, and I received my notification by email. Fingers are crossed for you!!
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Hey cheekss,
I just received my acceptance 2 days ago to the advanced standing MSW at UBCO, and I couldn't be more excited!! You are certainly right that tuition is cheaper (nearly half the price!), and I've also been told it's a great clinical school. The move is scary, but it's an incredibly beautiful place, and as lightning1129 mentioned, time will fly by. Also know, that other people (like myself) will be in the same boat, and sometimes just knowing that makes things a little bit easier. Yes I agree that a lot of networking is involved in this field, however, experience is also a huge asset, regardless of the geographical location of where that experienced was gained.
Also, to earlier posts on this thread (sorry, I have been slacking on this thread this year) I'm going to give you a little run down to give people some idea of how persistence and dedication really does pay off in the end. If this turns into an essay, I apologize in advance!
I applied 3 years ago, got wait-listed at 2/3 schools that I applied to for the 2-year MSW. The following year I applied to 2-year MSW and 1 year HBSW at Lakehead Orillia. Again, I got waitlisted at U of T, but got accepted at Lakehead. So for those who posted questions earlier in this thread about lakehead - this info is for you! The 1year program is definitely very difficult, and very demanding - as to be expected out of a condensed program. While yes, it may not be the 2 year MSW that you hoped for, it will still take you 2 years to get an MSW (1 year at lakehead, and then the 1 year advanced MSW) and you have 2 degrees. Furthermore, the program at Lakehead is so small, that you can build great relationships with professors during your time there, which is extremely useful for future applications, etc. They recommend you don't work, but about a handful of us worked during the program. It was not easy, but for me it was necessary (I had just made the decision to buy a new car... ooops!). Anyways, 6 months of hard work in Orillia for class work, and then 5-6 months of placement wherever you'd like - I think almost all people in my program went back home to do placements. If anyone has any other questions about this program, feel free to ask me! I highly recommend it to those who are trying to apply for the 2 year MSW.
Anyways, on my THIRD year applying for the MSW, I have been ACCEPTED (yay!!) to UBC Okanagan campus in Kelowna. While I am still waiting to hear from Laurier and U of T, my mind is already made up on going out west.
Long story short - keep trying! Explore other options (such as the HBSW), volunteer, and remember that eventually you WILL get accepted
Hope that's somewhat helpful for you guys. Any questions, feel free!
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Hey everyone ! I haven't posted for a while, but I've definitely been following along.
First of all - CONGRATS to everyone who has received acceptance!
I received my letter today from Toronto stating that I am on the wait list …. for the second year in a row. However, happy to say that I was accepted to HBSW program at Lakehead, the Orillia campus! For those that have posted wondering if the BSW is a good route before the MSW, it pretty much works out to be 2 years either way to obtain the MSW - I'll be doing 1 year HBSW and then will do a one year advanced MSW.
Is there a Facebook group for Lakehead HBSW Oriilia campus ?
Also, to all of those who are wait listed - don't give up hope - keep working towards your goals and you'll get there. It may not be the path that you had originally planned, but it's okay - it will happen
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Hi everyone,
I'm a new applicant for 2014 but I've spent a couple years trying to tailor my CV and improve my grades to give it the best stab I can.
I read the 2013 thread in its entirety before starting my applications which left me feeling both happy that there's such a supportive community here (yay future social workers) and also really anxious that I won't make the cut for the programs I'm applying too. There were so many applicants that talked about their high GPAs and their wealth of experience that only got waitlisted (!)
Nevertheless I'm making my applications this year. I'm not getting any younger and I feel prepared to enter. Because many of the programs in Ontario seem to require 2 years full time work/volunteer work in the field I'm only applying to UofT's MSW... Talking to Laurier, for instance, about my chances didn't give me much hope. I'm also applying to a slough of post degree BSW programs, so I'm hoping that I am going to be able to make a move towards my profession of choice this year!! The MSW can wait if necessary
I also wanted to ask you guys, especially folks not coming from BSWs, their feelings on the soft requirement for so much full time experience in the field. I've personally found it challenging in a few ways. I live in Toronto, a city that graduates many social workers, so finding paid work in the field has proven impossible-ish. I've been volunteering a few places I really love for years now, however that time definitely doesn't amount to 2 years of full time work... I'm left questioning how other applicants are meeting these standards. It almost feels that one wouldn't be able to work a job (to pay the bills) and volunteer enough to get those hours easily. It makes me worry about replicating a traditionally class bounded profession by seemingly requiring a whole heck of a lot of unpaid labour which not everyone can afford to give.
Blah blah blah. Thanks for letting me vent that thought/worry (!)
Anyway, thanks for all your informative and supportive posts. Thanks for letting me share my anxieties. And good luck to all my fellow applicants this year!
Hey poppy_msw,
I do not have a BSW either, I have a BA. Last year was my first year applying for MSW and out of 3 schools, I was waitlisted at 2. You are absolutely correct that it feels impossible to find paid work in the field. In fact, I have not been able to do so myself either. Instead, for the past 2.5 years since finishing my undegrad, I have had 3 different volunteer positions. Even those, however, do not amount to "full time" hours. But do take comfort in knowing that in my experience, paid experience is not required. It sounds like you have been working on your CV as well, so that will obviously help!
One thing that I will say that I learned from reading this message forum last application season was this: It is SO hard (too hard, even) to compare yourself to other applicants. There is simply too many factors invovled. For example, I was also extremely anxious upon reading other people's qualifications - high GPAs, paid work experience, etc etc. Based on those things alone, I did not think I had a chance - my GPA is decent, but not exceptionally high, and as previously mentioned - only volunteer experience. Needless to say, I was surprised when I got on the wait list. This showed me that many other things are invovled - what type of experience you have (not paid vs. volunteer, but the acutal position perhaps), the personal statement, reference letters, etc. These things all matter too. To sum it up, I learned an invaluable lesson last year: Be confident in yourself, in your application, and in your dream! GOOD LUCK
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I agree with Prophyry's comment. I'd also like to add that when I applied to U of T for the second time, I only made minor changes to my personal statement. For instance, I added a line or two about what I did to strengthen my application and I updated some points (regarding a social issue) that were no longer relevant.
I was waitlisted to the 2-year program at U of T when I first applied, and got in this year (for 2013). I changed my written statement significantly from the previous year. As far as I know they don't look at your previous application materials, so they would have no way of knowing your statement is similar or identical. I ended up changing mine because I felt it wasn't up to snuff. If you really like something your wrote, I wouldn't change it just for the sake of changing it. But I would suggest looking at your statement critically, which may or may not result in an overhaul of some areas. It will likely result in you making at least some slight changes, though (grammar, wording, etc.).
Thank you for your comments! It is definitly helpful to hear from others in similar situations. You give me hope that round 2 will be a success
I have done some minor tweaking with wording and grammar and added in a few lines about my past year's experience. I really do feel like it was a strong personal statement, so I don't want to change it for the wrong reasons -
Hey guys! Round 2 for me this year too. I decided that this year I would try to be more active in this forum as well. Last year I followed along and only posted once or twice, and quite late! Anyways, I applied last year to U of T, Laurier, and California State (Long Beach). I was rejected from Laurier and wait listed at both U of T and Cal State! While this was an accomplishment, it still left me feeling pretty deflated when I didn't get in.
BUT, here I go again! This year I am applying to U of T, Cal State, and The HBSW program at Lakehead (Orillia Campus).
I am wondering for those who have reapplied in the past (or who plan to do so this year), what do you do with your personal statement? For U of T for example, the 5 questions remained the same for the personal statement - while the first 2 questions may need some tweaking based on experience since the last application, the other answers may remain the same. Is it a negative thing to leave the personal statement the same? Or does it show consistency in your work? I can't decide what's the best thing to do, so I wanted to reach out and see what you guys think!
Thanks in advance
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Hey everyone!
This is my first post in this group. I've been following along for months now. At times it helped, and at times it stressed me out if I'm being honest haha. Anyways, I am also on the wait-list for UofT. I am wondering if anyone has heard anything as of late? I saw there was a few previous posts late May of people getting moved off the wait-list (congrats to you!). Also, does anyone know how you are informed if you're accepted from the wait-list? Everytime my phone rings with a new number I nearly stop breathing!
Canadian Universities MSW. The waiting game 2015 admissions
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I do not personally know the other people who I were told got in, but I was told that that's how they checked - was through the site. My last name starts with an A, so you're perhaps correct that it could be alphabetical.
In the original confirmation email received when I submitted the online application, it said emails would go at the END of February, so there is still time for that. I have not received a rejection email, just saw it on LORIS.
****UPDATE: I logged back into LORIS and when I click on my program, it gives me an error page as well now. Therefore, this is obviously a technical glitch in the system right now.
Deep breaths everyone