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LiveLaughLove772

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  1. I'm still quite unsure what exactly I want to do. I definitely want to work in the field; research is something I'm not too interested in. With school psychology, I I have been researching grad programs, and I know some schools offer the Ed.S degree in school psychology. Would you guys have any information regarding that kind of program? I was able to find some info online, but not too much.
  2. Hey everyone! I have been researching grad programs since I will be graduating with my undergraduate degrees in biology pre-medical and psychology in the Spring 2014. I'm currently torn between three fields: Educational Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and School Psychology. I really like developmental, but I'm not sure if I can get any type of job that is not academia or research-related. I also like educational psychology, and I really like the applied aspect of school psychology. If anyone could give me the pros and cons of each field, and any other relevant information, it would be much appreciated! Thanks everyone
  3. I did do some research over the summer at my university in the endocrinology lab, working with rats. We performed live surgeries and also did a few dissections. It was a very interesting and fun experience!
  4. Your reply was very helpful. I'll definitely keep all of that in mind. Thank you! I have another question....I'm also completing a bachelor's in biology. Will completing this degree and taking classes like organic chemistry, human physiology, anatomy, and other science classes like that give me a competitive edge or help me stand out?
  5. That's really great advice. Thank you very much! I appreciate it. Do you have any other tips when it comes to applying for grad school?
  6. I was very disappointed in my quant score. On a previous practice exam, I actually scored 157Q. Would you recommend retaking it then?
  7. Like I mentioned in my post, I will be working on a research project with one of my professors. She said that if I continue with the project throughout the year, my name will be published along with hers. And for my thesis project, I need to actually present at at least one conference in order to obtain honors credit for it (I'm trying to graduate with honors). I did present organic chemistry research at QUEST, and it was a poster presentation, my sophomore year. My worry is that the publication and my honors thesis won't occur until after I send in my application; they won't occur until Spring 2014 and my application is due in January. Will this hurt me in any way?....No, I have not contacted anyway. Could you give me some advice about how to go about doing that? Thank you!
  8. Hey everyone! I'm currently about to enter my senior year of undergrad, at 21 years old. I will be obtaining two degrees when I graduate: a BS in biology and a BA in psychology (also completed a minor in chemistry). In order to get both degrees in 4 yrs, I have taken summer classes, and my regular semester credit hours have been 16+ hours. I want to pursue a Ph.D. in Applied Developmental Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh. Here are my credentials: -cumulative GPA: 3.76 (My GPA in my psych courses is a 4.0), and I have taken biology courses in anatomy, human physiology, along with organic and biochemistry courses and a full year of both physics and calculus -currently on a full scholarship for my undergrad -participate in Habitat for Humanity; involved in an annual homelessness awareness program; about a year volunteering in a pen pal program for underprivileged elementary schoolchildren; Relay for Life participant; member of Psi Chi, a honors psychology organization -summer research in an endocrinology lab, working with rats -performed data collection on two thesis projects last spring for two graduating seniors -participated in Quest, where I presented some organic chemistry research with two other students -job working as a peer tutor on campus -research project with one of my professors, working with schoolchildren (if I continue this till I graduate next spring, I will get published) -my senior thesis will involve working with schoolchildren (I also will be completing a capstone for my biology degree) -I actually just took my GRE and I got 156V and 151Q (Pitt wants at least an 1100, and when I converted my scores to old scores, I have a 1200) -I work part-time at kennel, and I have been there for the past 4 years What are my chances and what can I do to improve? Pitt is my dream school
  9. Lol, there were actually a few sleepless nights and days where I wanted to pull my hair out...I don't have any authorship credits, and I'm afraid that I don't have enough research experience. I'm also especially worried about my GRE scores.
  10. Hey everyone! I'm currently about to enter my senior year of undergrad, at 21 years old. I will be obtaining two degrees when I graduate: a BS in biology and a BA in psychology (also completed a minor in chemistry). In order to get both degrees in 4 yrs, I have taken summer classes, and my regular semester credit hours have been 16+ hours. I want to pursue a Ph.D. in Applied Developmental Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh. Here are my credentials: -cumulative GPA: 3.76 (My GPA in my psych courses is a 4.0), and I have taken biology courses in anatomy, human physiology, along with organic and biochemistry courses and a full year of both physics and calculus -currently on a full scholarship for my undergrad -participate in Habitat for Humanity; involved in an annual homelessness awareness program; about a year volunteering in a pen pal program for underprivileged elementary schoolchildren; Relay for Life participant; member of Psi Chi, a honors psychology organization -summer research in an endocrinology lab, working with rats -performed data collection on two thesis projects last spring for two graduating seniors -participated in Quest, where I presented some organic chemistry research with two other students -job working as a peer tutor on campus -research project with one of my professors, working with schoolchildren (if I continue this till I graduate next spring, I will get published) -my senior thesis will involve working with schoolchildren (I also will be completing a capstone for my biology degree) -I actually just took my GRE and I got 156V and 151Q (Pitt wants at least an 1100, and when I converted my scores to old scores, I have a 1200) -I work part-time at kennel, and I have been there for the past 4 years What are my chances and what can I do to improve? Pitt is my dream school
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