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Hey, Personally, I think you are set. If you want to talk more, go ahead an PM me. I think it is really going to come down how you represent and speak about your experience, hardships, successes, and reasons why you want to become a social worker. Hope that helps!

Did anyone apply? Is anyone intending to go here for their MSW?

GO YOU! Glad we could all help.

No problem. If you are doing an online program, make sure it is accredited, and see how they are going to get you the internships, field practice, and practicums, etc. you will need to allow you to perfect your skill and apply your knowledge. I know USC is not the only school that has an online program, but I do know that they have figured out a way to make their online program work identically to those on campus regardless of the student's location. I would just make sure you investigate how the online school you select will assist you in.

That is a lie, do what is best for you. My friend went to an online program (USC) and she just got hired as a director. So take these opinions for face value, you are different. Good luck!

Me either. "I lacked social work experiences..." Yet, I got into all the other schools. Oh well. No need to plan for SJSU now. I hope you have other schools too!

Since you go there, you would know more than me. lol. Fingers crossed.

Where did you hear this from?

I just called the office and they said that they are still processing applications.

He needs to tell us if we are wait listed or not. This is ridiculous.

So has anyone else heard from SJSU???

Yes they do. I cannot agree more with you all.

lol smart man for applying to different programs.

Do not apply to USC last minute. I would suggest waiting again next year and giving yourself the full opportunity. USC is a big financial commitment so you have to ready to know that if you are accepted you are about to fork up the money. I am still personally undecided and just submitted my deposit to them for safety. Mind you I will lose the nonrefundable deposit but I'd rather do that than potentially owe 100K. I literally just bought more time...

Thank you kstubbs11, I was unaware of the offer that is made if you work through NHCS.

My thought exactly for all the schools I have gotten into wahhhh

Please let me know if you hear anything because I am in the same position.

Hello, I have gotten into schools, but the deciding factors are the financial packages. When I applied, I was hoping for some financial packages. However, the financial packages I have received barely make a dent in tuition (which does not include living expenses). I figured that I would determine my decision by the financial packages I received, but the decision and process has been a Catch 22 because even though I have gotten into "Top" programs, I know that I cannot afford the school. In addition, I do not think it is smart to take out 100K potentially for school and living expenses for an MSW that has a very low return rate. I have friends from UPenn and Washington in St. Louis MSW who both owe 100K+. This is an alarming amount that concerns me even if they are considering loan forgiveness. I wanted to know your thoughts and also your process in figuring out your schools. At this point, I am leaning towards state schools. And yes, I have read other posts, but I would like to get a sense of where other students like myself are thinking, considering that I am probably not the only one in this predicament. Thank you in advance!

I also got into NYU, but I am waiting for the financial package. Congrats to everyone!

Ah! Thank you! I am glad that they are not basing it on quality and not on the premise of submission time. Hopefully, I will be in the same category!

Yeah, it is a business, and we get the short end of the stick.

You'll lose your money...

Congrats to you both! Do you mind telling me when you submitted your apps?

Yeah don't worry, the acceptance will be great, but the lack of financial package will make you sick. NO LIE =) Good luck!

Berkeley. Yeah I am not about the cold.