OverCaffeinated
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research methods was always on the list. it was one of the .5 credits you needed for the 1 credit stats pre req
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On 11/20/2016 at 5:43 PM, ElKel87 said:
I know it's crazy to worry about this now when I haven't even finished submitting all my applications yet but...
Does anyone who has been through this process before know when, roughly, interviews would be for schools that do them? I've heard that they are often short notice and I work full time so I'm just trying to figure out if they would be on the weekend or during the week (if I even get asked) and what month they're usually in.
mine were all late feb and it was on the weekend
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On 12/12/2016 at 5:30 PM, Mattycat said:
Hey razzerpears,
Thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it. LOL you're not being harsh, just true! I figured I'd take a shot this year and apply, but I'll probably volunteer for research with one of my profs next year and take some courses to get my GPA up. Having applied twice, have you ever received any feedback as to why you didn't get in? Your stats sound impressive.
On 12/12/2016 at 10:38 PM, MissSLP said:This is a good dose of reality and some good advice.
I'm also curious as to whether or not you received any feedback about your application. Or just if you have any idea why you didn't get in. It sounds like you have an amazing application!
we dont get feedback on why we got rejected. they say its too much work to tell each student why.
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5 hours ago, speechfan222 said:
I am interested in applying to this program. I looked over all of the program requirements and required courses. I forgot to look at the tuition costs. I almost fell over when I noticed the cost of tuition. I guess NYU is a private university? I didn't realize that right away...
I'm surprised that this program requires a personal statement and two other essays, but I still want to submit an application.
My stats are: GPA 2.9 Quant: 148 Verbal: 145 Writing: 4.0
I know my stats aren't very good and so far, NYU seems like the most competitive and difficult, but I may apply anyway. I want to submit my application by the priority deadline so I can save 30.00 on the application fee.
Let me know what everyone thinks about this program and whether or not I should apply.
the NYU program is extremely competative and its in a big city that everyone wants to apply to. i dont remember what the cost was but as those stats arent very good like you said yourself, i would try to apply to a less competative program or at least one that has flexbility in the GREs. the NYU cut off is like 150?
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On 9/19/2016 at 7:48 PM, wildviolet said:
Hi there! What do you think about U of T and family life in Toronto (I'm looking at faculty positions)? Are the schools there good/bad/okay? Outdoor things to do, like hiking, biking, nature trails? Libraries? Thanks!
to be quite honest, family as in kids? downtown toronto is not really kid friendly. its like any downtown major city, its dirty and people smoke right in your face. however just outside of the core you should be able to find some very nice and kid friendly areas. if you have the means look into leaside its a perfect slice of heaven for families (those who can afford it)
in terms of the nature stuff, i dont do much nature things. and all major toronto libraries have events and book readings and kids events as well. i hear theyre great!
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1 hour ago, joyannna said:
Hello!! First, thanks a ton for answering some questions. My first question is what were your stats for getting into BU? I know this is a bit direct, but still helpful! Also, whats your opinion on BU's financial aid / scholarships? How's the feel of the program so far? Why'd you decide on BU?
hey,
my stats are all listed in my signature for your browsing pleasure
BU has some aid/scholarships which are only awarded at the time of admission. so if you didnt get it then, youre kinda out of luck. however you can always apply for FAFSA or your country's aid as well.
the program is absolutely amazing. every professor i have met so far exudes absolute knowledge on their respective subject. theyre all so keen on helping us with everything, school, assignments, becoming better clinicians, etc. its absolutely amazing. the program really makes us feel like home. i know my roommate agrees with me; she loves that the teachers are interested in helping you understand the subject matter rather than worrying about the bellcurves and making hard exams just to lower grades. the program is small and everyone's close and it really feels like a big Sargent family!
i chose the program because im continuing on to my PhD after the clinical masters and BU is one of the best research universities in the states. they also have a very diverse selection of research labs, amazing funding and opportunities, and theyre very happy to have student continue to do a thesis. not to mention theyre located in boston, greatest city in the country (second being NYC in my humble opinion :P).
i chose based on what I wanted to get out of the program as well as location. so i loved that i would live in boston but then i also considered the fact that they have some like 200 affiliations? or maybe even more? they also have a customized program plan for clinical placements. and what i mean by that if there is a specific population you wanna work with, and i mean like super specific, then they will get you in that placement so you can work with that population. the program is highly individualized and centered around your goals and wants as a student and future clinician. everyone's working around the clock to make YOUR experience awesome. i want to work in a childrens hospital and boston is a hub of hospitals, medical centers, etc. and i knew for sure that i wanted to do a placement at boston childrens.
so overall, it was a no brainer that this program was absolutely the best choice for me. it was my first choice in the states as well!
I hope this helps, but feel free to ask specific questions or clarification on anything at all
cheers
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On 9/13/2016 at 4:21 PM, futureSpeechLP said:
First off... Congrats!!! Have a great first year
What did you do the summer before classes? Did you prepare at all, work, chill? All the above?
hey, thank you!
i got summer research studentship at a kids rehab hospital over the summer and it was an absolute blast!
i also did an online course (one of the pre reqs I was missing). if i knew i had to do one extra course in the fall i would have taken it online as well, but i didnt know.
i spent 2 last weeks in august preparing to move and such. i also got lucky as I had weekend plans lined up for august so i did all my relaxing on the weekends and the weeks i packed and sorted all my paperwork.
i also reviewed my IPA, since youre gonna need it in your first placement
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i would work backwards, find people who you want to work with and check them against this asha CCC checker
http://www.asha.org/eweb/ashadynamicpage.aspx?webcode=ccchome
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On 6/23/2016 at 4:20 PM, Crucial BBQ said:
Granted, I moved from Boston four years ago, but I did do undergrad there and have lived right on Allston/Brighton border and in JP.
Sorry to hear that you are moving to Allston, a literal student ghetto. Even if you were lucky enough to find a building that only rents to grad students/professionals, you will hear loud partying most nights. And the D train (Green Line) is the absolute worst. But, to answer your questions:
1. No, not necessary.
2. RCN, unless you Verizon FiOS.
3. A lot of student discounts in the area, although I never heard of anything specifically about cell phones. I went through T-Mo.
4. I dunno, but probably not.
5. My guess would be Citizen Bank or a credit union.
Bonus tip to living in Allston: a boat ton of free stuff will be had on curbs, in alleyways, and other places where people typically leave trash. This is coming from students vacating their apartments and ditching their stuff so they don't have to move it back home. I scored a bunch of stuff this way (lamps, desks, tables, etc.) but be warned: Allston has a huge problem with bed bugs. Also, "pickers" cruise by in trucks looking for the best stuff to sell (at flea markets, yard sales, etc.).
thanks, this is super helpful!
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im taking the exemption exam for Boston U this september instead of taking the course into to communication disorders. does anyone know any details? all they told us is to know the major points
does anyone know the format? or how much details we need to know? any information is helpful
thanks
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hey guys, torontonian here, if you want to ask anything just tag me in the post
(otherwise i dont check this thread)
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hi everyone, me and my roommate are moving to boston in september, to Alston. We're graduate student at Boston U
we have a few standard questions for everyone, and would love some help!
1. should we get renters insurance?
2. whats the best internet provider to go with? we want high speeds (thats what were used to at home, so that would be really great)
3. whats the best cell phone company? or one that gives student discounts?
4. does anyone know if BU gives student discounts on things such as phone plans and bank accounts or anything like that?
5. whats the friendliest bank for international students from canada that have zero american credit history?
Thank you all!
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my bank refuses to give me a loan as a professional program as they dont have it in their little drop down list under professional programs but they have OT :@:@:@:@
anyone ran into this problem? i have an appointment to talk in person and im planning to go to bank manager if thats what it takes
but would love some easier ways to solve this
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I looked at the NSERC and such and I do believe mine doesn't exactly fit, I will be doing research but the program itself is professional
but thank you for the comments, I will keep looking
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does anyone have a list / know of any programs/loans/scholarships/grant / ANYTHING that I can apply for as a Canadian whos studying In the states?
I think I looked though 100 pages of google and haven't found much
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hey everyone, those who accepted, did you get any notification / confirmation of the acceptance?
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just curious did anyone email NYU? or hear anything from them?
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guys does anyone know the tuition for the program? thanks
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On 4/14/2016 at 3:25 PM, rose6593 said:
48 credits at 1,538/credit. They said at the open house that the average CSD background student completes the program in 5-7 semesters. So keep in mind if you're living in NYC for up to 7 semesters the cost of living may be more expensive, even though the tuition itself isn't.
gotcha thanks
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hey everyone,
im trying to put together a list of schools that accept in the winter semester, accept grand valley state, are there others?
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guys, can someone give me the tuition calculations? thanks
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what is out of state tuition? i cant find the tuition page
2017 Canadian Application Thread!
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i was talking about western and uoft.