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If you have great letters of rec and a stellar statement, you should probably be okay...it really all depends on the schools. If they cut off at 1000 combined (for example) they may not look further into your application. However, if they look at your application holistically, they should see past the GRE scores in light of all of your positive attributes (which you have many). So you don't waste your time, you may want to inquire as to whether the schools you are interested in have cut-off scores. And don't worry too much about this right now....you should be focusing on the exam. One thing at a time. Good luck on the test!!

Hi all: I have to send out a CV and was wondering how I indicate that I will be starting a PhD program in the Fall....I already have a Masters degree which I listed above my B.A. Thanks

Thanks Alexis! I scanned this book on Amazons book viewer, and it seems great-- also, I love the way it is written (humor in a stats book?? Amazing!!) Thanks again

Thanks, IOPSYCH. Yes, I am asking around for advice on what I should read this summer before the program starts. Ideally I would like to brush up on Stats! If you have any other ideas, please advise! As always, thank you : )

Wow! I never knew or heard of this....can someone explain why? thanks : )

Hello everyone (or current PhD students with living expense loans), I was recently offered a funding package, which includes tuition waiver and a stipend each year (for 5 consecutive years). However, I will need more then the stipend to actually live (pay rent, eat, etc)... Therefore, I am wondering what the best loan would be for living expenses. Thanks

Thanks so much for the informative feedback, iopsych!

Hey Guys, 2 inquiries: Has anyone heard anything either way from Maryland's PhD program?? Also, I think I should give up hope on DePaul, seems like a lot of people are waitlisted and I am apparently in the middle of that list. Does anyone have any more feedback on DePaul? Thanks!!

Hi Madisonstarr I have recently sent email's to my POIs asking if they had any updates on my application. I add a sentence expressing my interest in their program and that I look forward to hearing back. Kept it brief, friendly and not pushy. I received kind responses and found out my status from 4 schools, which I otherwise still would be in the dark about. I find the POI (or the director of the program) to be a better source than a grad secretary, who may not know or be allowed to reveal your status. I think it is ok to reach out considering it is March. Good luck.

Where can I review updated I/O Psych PhD program rankings?? Also, M.A. programs would be helpful too. Thanks : )

I am not sure if it would be appropriate to ask...but I think it is inappropriate for them not to tell us. I realize they want to play it safe and have good people on back up in case a few people decline...but this list sounds rather long...(aka- hopeless for us stuck in the middle). However, she did say, we don't usually get to your position, but we have in past years. ?!?! Any advice, anyone?

I was recently placed on a waitlist and I emailed to thank them for considering me and I asked if it was possible for them to tell me where I am on the list. She got back to me with the response a day later....seems like it is ok to ask..FYI. P.S. This was DePaul, and I am in the "middle". Now of course I am wondering if I am in the middle of a 20 person waiting list or in the middle of a 4 person waiting list!? Arrgh!

It completely depends on the school.....

I think some people have contacted them directly (including myself), and they have been receptive to email inquiries.

I know, I can't believe they are only accepting 2 either! Did you happen to find out what position you are on the list? I don't know too much about Columbia's program (other than they have a great reputation, but weak funding)..but I do live in NYC and could answer any questions you may have if you end up seriously considering that program. Good luck to you too! P.S. I emailed my POI at GW...rejected, she said they have a very small program and cannot accept many great applicants..etc...

I've been waitlisted at DePaul...anyone have an acceptance?

Thanks! Yes, they are high on my list for a few reasons. I applied to the PhD program at GMU (I only applied to doctorate programs). The letter was in the mail today. Too bad you can't find out your relative position on the WL! Perhaps you can contact your top POI in a non annoying email...dont blabber on, jut let them know how serious you are about attending...

Hi everyone. GBear, congrats on Roosevelt and Mks, congrats on the Penn State waitlist (I know that is your top choice!). Do you know what position you are? I have also applied to GW, but have not heard anything from them yet. I did however find out that I have been rejected from George Mason (via postal) and accepted at CUNY (via phone). Busy day!

Gbear, Are these Masters or PhD programs (or both)?

Well congrats! I am sure you made the best decision. I haven't booked anything yet, but I am pretty sure I am going. I need to begin planning! If you decide to go, let me know!

Thanks for letting us know. Did you accept elsewhere, Peter? Hey, is anyone planning on attending SIOP?

Thanks SO much, the7pep! I am sad, but getting over it rather quickly (what else could I do). I wish all the rest of u luck with Portland; it is seemingly an amazing school (and city)!

Basically I said: Dear So and So, My name is xyz and I am applying for your xyz program. We were in contact back in december regarding your research...etc. As decisions are beginning to come in, I am wondering if you could update me on any decisions you have made at this point. Thank u so much for your time...etc..

Happy Birthday mks! Thanks for filling us in. I actually contacted my POI at Portland today and found out that I was no longer in the running... She did say that they have 4 slots this year for nearly 100 applications. I am sooo sad, but glad to have found out sooner rather than keeping up false hope.

I PM'd u with the specs of my email.